John A. Latsch State Park

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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 Only

John 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 Notes

New! Virtual Tour:

Take a panoramic virtual tour of John A. Latsch State Park. Admire the view from the overlooks and preview the rest benches everyone always appreciates after climbing the trail's 592 steps!
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Firewood Restrictions Information:

Minnesota has enacted legislation that restricts firewood being brought to or used on DNR lands. Learn more and review vendor lists.

Open Year-Round:

John A. Latsch State Park is open year-round. No reservations needed.

Birders:

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Park Highlights

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Events

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Hours

For information on this park, call Great River Bluffs State Park at 507-643-6849.

Contact

c/o Great River Bluffs State Park
43605 Kipp Drive
Winona, MN 55987

tel: 507-643-6849

email: johnlatsch.statepark@state.mn.us

Getting There

From Winona go approximately 12 miles northwest on U.S. Highway 61.