The Top 12 Attractions in Fillmore County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Fillmore County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Fillmore County is a region where 12
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: December 15, 2025
Root River State Trail - Rushford
Highlight • Trail
A nice place to park and get on the trail. It was very busy today for late September, but since it was also in the upper 70's and sunny, no …
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Preston Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
This overlook was constructed by the Minnesota Department of Highways back in 1937-38. It is an observation point situated on the outskirts of Preston. It overlooks the Root River from …
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Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest
Highlight • Forest
The RJD Memorial Hardwood Forest offers many possibilities in its boundaries, with recreation areas, campgrounds, and day-use areas. The State Forest has a variety of species of plants, mushrooms, and …
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Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail-Preston Trailhead (New)
Highlight • Trail
Preston is an ideal location for exploring the western end of the Harmony-Preston Valley and Root River State Trail system, as it is nearly equidistant from Fountain (12 miles), Harmony …
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Confluence of the South Branch with the Root River
Highlight • River
The South Branch of the Root River joins the Root River at this location. From this point downstream, the Root River is joined by the South Fork of the Root River before ultimately flowing into the Mississippi River.
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Trout Run-Hardwood Road Access (Old)
Highlight • River
If you're interested in a fly fishing hike in the Driftless Region of Minnesota you can't do better than this. Multiple springs feed this stream all along its length before …
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Bucksnort Park
Highlight • Rest Area
Looks like mostly a trout fishing park, but it has a picnic shelter, a nice vintage dam, a bench to watch the dam, and decent amount of parking.
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Another viewpoint at Magelssen Bluff Park.
Highlight • Viewpoint
This one is closer to the town, and is also at one end of the hiking trails. Someday I'll have to come back and do the short hikes.
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Creamery Pizza and Ice Cream
Highlight • Restaurant
Looks like a neat little place, and it's right next to the bowling alley which has more food and drink options. Plus they have volleyball courts.
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An interesting retaining wall.
Highlight • Structure
A bunch of crushed rock put between fencing to hold back the rock. Haven't seen one like this before.
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