The Top 5 Attractions around Rochester
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Rochester. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Rochester is a region where 5
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 8, 2025
A Discover Pass is required to park at the trailhead. The Mima Falls trail system is open to hikers, bikers, and horseback riders. Gunfire from the nearby shooting range can …
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No one knows exactly what created the distinct geological formations beneath this prairie, but many hypotheses have been made. In any case, all agree that this is a special place, …
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Get a better look at the strange mounds from a raised viewing platform. Interpretive signs at the viewing platform describe the unknown origins of this geological phenomenon.
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Capitol State Forest, spanning 110,000 acres, boasts the intriguing Mima Mounds. As a multi-use haven, it accommodates off-road motorcycles, mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking, fostering successful coexistence among diverse recreational groups.
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Lost Valley is a popular trail in Capitol State Forest for good reason: it has a little bit of everything. From singletrack to double-track to smooth trails to some rockier …
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