John A. Latsch State Park
John A. Latsch, a successful Winona businessman of the Izaak Walton League, loved to fish in the waters of the Mississippi River below the bluffs. Today, a half-mile hike up the deep ravine for a view is well worth the effort.
From this vantage point, visitors relish a grand long view of the Mississippi River Valley, the green lush forest in the summer, and the colors in the fall.
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Visitor Alert!Day Use OnlyJohn A. Latsch State Park is available for day use only. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. No camping or overnight stays permitted. |
Park NotesBe fascinated. Check out the naturalist programs and other activities scheduled at the park. Virtual Tour:Take a virtual tour. It's a great tool to help you plan your next trip to the park! Open Year-Round:John A. Latsch State Park is open year-round. No reservations needed. Gift Cards:Purchase a Minnesota State Parks Gift Card. Don't move firewood!Burning non-local firewood can spread invasive species, and it's against Minnesota state law. Learn more. Always buy your firewood at the park, or from an approved local vendor. Find firewood vendors for John A. Latsch State Park. Birders:Bird Checklist |
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For information on this park, call Whitewater State Park at 507-932-3007.
Contact
c/o Whitewater State Park
19041 Highway 74
Altura, MN 55910
tel: 507-932-3007 ext. 225
email: whitewater.statepark@state.mn.us
Getting There
From Winona go approximately 12 miles northwest on U.S. Highway 61.