BONUS: The Great River Road: An All-American Scenic Byway
The Great River Road National Scenic Byway, now recognized as an All-American Road and known as the "Happiness Highway," is a historic route that features seven bridges and Amtrak train access. It winds through 33 Wisconsin towns, offering attractions like locks and dams and interpretive centers. Notable stops in the north include Prescott's Freedom Park, the Native American Effigy Mounds in Hager City, and the Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum in Pepin. The central region highlights Trempealeau's Wildlife Refuge and Elmaro Vineyard, while the southern section boasts Prairie du Chien's Villa Louis Historic Site and the Driftless Café in Viroqua.
Discover more about the Great River Road in the Discover Wisconsin episode, "The Wisconsin Great River Road – An All-American Road," available on discoverwisconsin.com and the Discover Wisconsin YouTube Channel here: https://bit.ly/3UUnW9w
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