Jessica's Guide to Prescott
Food and drink
This place is dripping with charm. One of the best riverfront decks in the region. Great food. Fun atmosphere. Best French dip sandwich on earth!!! Their smoked prime rib (only on Fri & Sat) is amazing too.
12 locals recommend
Muddy Waters Bar & Grill
231 Broad StThis place is dripping with charm. One of the best riverfront decks in the region. Great food. Fun atmosphere. Best French dip sandwich on earth!!! Their smoked prime rib (only on Fri & Sat) is amazing too.
The Kitchen Table
211 Broad StBest breakfast in town (hands down!). Great bloody Mary’s too.
Prescott’s newest addition. Great food, tons of monitors to watch the game. They convert the pace to a fun dance club Friday and Saturday nights.
Two Rivers Lodge Bar & Grill
117 Broad StreetPrescott’s newest addition. Great food, tons of monitors to watch the game. They convert the pace to a fun dance club Friday and Saturday nights.
Lucille's
216 Broad StVoted best patio in the Twin Cities. Fun cocktails, good food and occasional live bands.
Best shrimp tacos on earth!!! (Or pretty close) this is a fun tiny little place on the edge of town.
Enrique's taco house
310 Lake St NBest shrimp tacos on earth!!! (Or pretty close) this is a fun tiny little place on the edge of town.
Lovely little restaurant. Order the catfish! Or the fish tacos. They serve Pho on Thursdays. Yum!
Prescott Roadhouse
127 Broad StLovely little restaurant. Order the catfish! Or the fish tacos. They serve Pho on Thursdays. Yum!
Scabs Place
145 Broad StOld school bar with the famous slogan “thanks for picking scabs”. Fun place.
Papa Tronnio's Pizza
202 Broad StGood pizza. Curated selection of interesting beers rotate throughout the year.
The Twisted Oak Coffee House
202 Broad StCozy, local coffee shop.
Best spot to drink a beer and enjoy views of the river and marina. They serve a mean shrimp cocktail too!
Point St Croix Marina
101 Front St NBest spot to drink a beer and enjoy views of the river and marina. They serve a mean shrimp cocktail too!
Under new management and they are remodeling like crazy! Great lower level to watch sporting events. Tons of TVs.
Pilot House
117 Broad StUnder new management and they are remodeling like crazy! Great lower level to watch sporting events. Tons of TVs.
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
328 Lake St NWho doesn’t love Dairy Queen?
Subway Restaurants
7807 203Broad Street Bar and Grill
138 Broad StCozy local bar. Pool, darts, jukebox. They make a mean burger.
No Name Saloon
114 Broad StBest people watching in town. Cheap beer. Bring cash.
Stockholm Pie and General Store
N2030 Spring StFroth & Cork
110 4th Street EastCharming and tasty little coffee shop! About 8 minutes from the loft.
Ok. Wanamingo MN is a long drive (40minutes) from the loft, but Area 57 quite possibly has the greatest scones on earth. Get there early and ask for a Raspberry or Rhubarb scone with a side of bacon. Divine!!! Worth the drive.
Area 57 CoffeeCafe
125 Main StOk. Wanamingo MN is a long drive (40minutes) from the loft, but Area 57 quite possibly has the greatest scones on earth. Get there early and ask for a Raspberry or Rhubarb scone with a side of bacon. Divine!!! Worth the drive.
Sightseeing
Great spot to hike and admire scenic views of the Mississippi / Saint Croix confluence. 5 miles of moderate hiking trails.
Schaar's Bluff Trail
8500 127th St EGreat spot to hike and admire scenic views of the Mississippi / Saint Croix confluence. 5 miles of moderate hiking trails.
Great place to learn about local flora and fauna. Fun, short hiking trails. Amazing views of the river.
Great River Road Visitor and Learning Center
200 Monroe StGreat place to learn about local flora and fauna. Fun, short hiking trails. Amazing views of the river.
Willow River State Park
1034 Co Hwy AGreat hiking. Beautiful falls!
Kinnickinnic State Park
W11983 820th AvenueLeDuc Historic Estate
1629 Vermillion StBeautiful old mansion. You can tour the building and grounds.
Nestled at the confluence of the St. Croix and Mississippi Rivers near Hastings, and located only thirty minutes from the metro, Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center provides a unique opportunity to learn and explore the outdoors. With property on both the Minnesota and Wisconsin sides of the scenic St. Croix River, we are able to preserve wildlife habitat while also providing educational experiences for community families. And as always, ADMISSION IS COMPLETELY FREE in order to insure that people of all economic backgrounds can connect to nature.
8 locals recommend
Carpenter Nature Center
12805 St Croix Trail SNestled at the confluence of the St. Croix and Mississippi Rivers near Hastings, and located only thirty minutes from the metro, Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center provides a unique opportunity to learn and explore the outdoors. With property on both the Minnesota and Wisconsin sides of the scenic St. Croix River, we are able to preserve wildlife habitat while also providing educational experiences for community families. And as always, ADMISSION IS COMPLETELY FREE in order to insure that people of all economic backgrounds can connect to nature.
Prescott Beach
Great little beach. Never too crowded. Crystal clear water.
Point Douglas County Park
14810 Point Douglas Dr SThe National Eagle Center is a world-class interpretive center located on the banks of the Mississippi River in Wabasha, MN. We are home to non-releasable bald and golden eagles. During a visit to the National Eagle Center, you can experience these magnificent creatures up close.
The Upper Mississippi River Valley is home to hundreds of bald eagles. Many choose to build their nests in the tall trees along the river valley. Hundreds more bald eagles arrive here in the winter months, as the Mississippi River remains open around Wabasha year round.
45 locals recommend
National Eagle Center
50 Pembroke AveThe National Eagle Center is a world-class interpretive center located on the banks of the Mississippi River in Wabasha, MN. We are home to non-releasable bald and golden eagles. During a visit to the National Eagle Center, you can experience these magnificent creatures up close.
The Upper Mississippi River Valley is home to hundreds of bald eagles. Many choose to build their nests in the tall trees along the river valley. Hundreds more bald eagles arrive here in the winter months, as the Mississippi River remains open around Wabasha year round.
Vermillion Falls
215 21st St EBeautiful hidden falls in Hastings Mn
Local businesses
Great spot to grab groceries, wine, liquor and beer. You must visit their meat department and try their house made beef sticks!!!
Ptacek's IGA
1005 Eagle Ridge DrGreat spot to grab groceries, wine, liquor and beer. You must visit their meat department and try their house made beef sticks!!!
Prescott Boat Club
101 Front St NGreat place to rent a pontoon, fishing boat or cabin cruiser!
Price Rite Liquors
20 Orange StSmall liquor store about 1 block away from the Loft.
206 Broad St
Map of downtown Prescott
Local Wineries & Breweries
Belle Vinez
W10829 875th AveGreat local winery. Delicious food. Charming atmosphere.
Alexis Bailly Vineyard
18200 Kirby Ave SGreat local winery.
Cannon River Winery
421 Mill St WGreat wines! Amazing charcuterie platters.
Spiral Brewery
111 2nd St EGreat beer. Fun atmosphere. Located on Main Street downtown Hastings.
Vino in the Valley
W3826 450th AveGreat little spot in Maiden Rock. Fun atmosphere.
Villa Bellezza Winery in Pepin Wisconsin. Near Wabasha MN Red Wing MN, Stockholm WI. Hour and a half drive from the cities.
31 locals recommend
Villa Bellezza
1420 3rd StVilla Bellezza Winery in Pepin Wisconsin. Near Wabasha MN Red Wing MN, Stockholm WI. Hour and a half drive from the cities.
Art
Great little gallery in downtown Prescott featuring local and regional artists.
Orange Dragon Art Gallery
122 Orange StGreat little gallery in downtown Prescott featuring local and regional artists.
Very talented local painter. Evansenartstudio.com. Andy Evansen’s interest in art started in childhood, as he can’t recall a time when he wasn’t drawing. He began painting watercolors in the mid 1990s as a change of pace from his career as a medical illustrator. Choosing a ‘style’ was not difficult, as Andy was always inspired by the watercolor paintings of British artists Trevor Chamberlain, David Curtis, Ed Seago and Edward Wesson, among others.
He found himself attempting to capture the landscape with the same economy of brushstroke, taking advantage of the luminosity of watercolors done in just a few washes. In addition, he was impressed with the way those artists seemed to capture everyday scenes in such a way that revealed a hidden beauty, subjects that many would simply pass by.
His work gained recognition after winning an international watercolor competition through American Artist magazine, appearing on their cover in 2005. He’s been featured in numerous other publications since, and has become a sought-after workshop instructor who paints and teaches internationally. He became a signature member of the prestigious Plein Air Painters of America (PAPA) in 2012 and served as their President from 2015-2017. His paintings have won numerous awards, including the Bronze and High Winds Medals from the American Watercolor Society, and he was their demonstration artist for the 2018 Exhibition. His love of painting on location also led to him being a featured presenter at the 2014 and 2016 Plein Air Conventions and inclusion in the 2017 Qingdao International Masters Watercolor Plein Air Event.
Evansen Art Studio LLC
121 Tyler StVery talented local painter. Evansenartstudio.com. Andy Evansen’s interest in art started in childhood, as he can’t recall a time when he wasn’t drawing. He began painting watercolors in the mid 1990s as a change of pace from his career as a medical illustrator. Choosing a ‘style’ was not difficult, as Andy was always inspired by the watercolor paintings of British artists Trevor Chamberlain, David Curtis, Ed Seago and Edward Wesson, among others.
He found himself attempting to capture the landscape with the same economy of brushstroke, taking advantage of the luminosity of watercolors done in just a few washes. In addition, he was impressed with the way those artists seemed to capture everyday scenes in such a way that revealed a hidden beauty, subjects that many would simply pass by.
His work gained recognition after winning an international watercolor competition through American Artist magazine, appearing on their cover in 2005. He’s been featured in numerous other publications since, and has become a sought-after workshop instructor who paints and teaches internationally. He became a signature member of the prestigious Plein Air Painters of America (PAPA) in 2012 and served as their President from 2015-2017. His paintings have won numerous awards, including the Bronze and High Winds Medals from the American Watercolor Society, and he was their demonstration artist for the 2018 Exhibition. His love of painting on location also led to him being a featured presenter at the 2014 and 2016 Plein Air Conventions and inclusion in the 2017 Qingdao International Masters Watercolor Plein Air Event.
Dale Lewis is an amazing local sculptor. See, photograph and enjoy over 40 sculptures from the safety of your car in this 25 mile driving loop.
Sculptures are located
Intersection of Hwy 42 and Lock Blvd. Hastings MN
Dale’s home/workshop
at 802 Reuter Drive, Hastings MN
County Road 42 & Lock Boulevard
Dale Lewis is an amazing local sculptor. See, photograph and enjoy over 40 sculptures from the safety of your car in this 25 mile driving loop.
Sculptures are located
Intersection of Hwy 42 and Lock Blvd. Hastings MN
Dale’s home/workshop
at 802 Reuter Drive, Hastings MN
Artists loft and art gallery on first floor. Check it out! https://www.art space.org/Hastings
Artspace Hastings River Lofts
121 Tyler StreetArtists loft and art gallery on first floor. Check it out! https://www.art space.org/Hastings
Mississippi Clayworks located in Hastings Mn. Quality hand thrown stoneware pottery. We also carry beautiful Hand-Crafted Pottery from the Villages of Mata Ortiz and Casas Grandes of Northern Mexico.
214 2nd St E
214 2nd Street EastMississippi Clayworks located in Hastings Mn. Quality hand thrown stoneware pottery. We also carry beautiful Hand-Crafted Pottery from the Villages of Mata Ortiz and Casas Grandes of Northern Mexico.
Seasons On St Croix Gallery
401 2nd StHudson art gallery. Many local and regional artists on display.
Kelley Gallery Art & Frame
125 2nd St SHudson art gallery
Located in Maiden Rock Mn, Cultural Cloth represents the work of artisans from around the world who weave, quilt, embroider, stitch, knot, hook, bead, print and dye handmade home goods and accessories. We love the pieces that you can actually use every day that remind you of the talent, patience and skill of women everywhere."
-- Cultural Cloth Founders, Mary Anne Wise & Jody Slocum
6 locals recommend
Cultural Cloth
W3560 WI-35Located in Maiden Rock Mn, Cultural Cloth represents the work of artisans from around the world who weave, quilt, embroider, stitch, knot, hook, bead, print and dye handmade home goods and accessories. We love the pieces that you can actually use every day that remind you of the talent, patience and skill of women everywhere."
-- Cultural Cloth Founders, Mary Anne Wise & Jody Slocum
Bike trails
Opened in the summer of 2017, the Point Douglas Regional Trail offers a picturesque link along the Mississippi River between Prescott, WI, and Hastings, MN, on a former railroad called the Peanut Line.
At either end of the pathway is a bridge crossing. To the west, the trail heads over the Mississippi, providing safe passage across Highway 61. On the trail's east end, it crosses the St. Croix River and heads into downtown Prescott.
Although currently only 2.5 miles long, the trail will one day expand to offer a connection to Washington County’s St. Croix Valley Trail in Minnesota, as well as trails in Dakota County.
This is a 20.4 mile master planned regional trail that runs north-south in Washington County from Afton down to Point Douglas County Park. You can connect to it by riding over the bridge into MN to Point Douglas beach.
Point Douglas
This is a 20.4 mile master planned regional trail that runs north-south in Washington County from Afton down to Point Douglas County Park. You can connect to it by riding over the bridge into MN to Point Douglas beach.