John A. Latsch State Park

Minnesota City, MN

John. A. Latsch State Park is located in Southeastern Minnesota's bluff country along Highway 61 midway between Wabasha and Winona. This is a day-use only park with a picnic area and parking for several vehicles. There are vault toilets and a steep .5 mile wooden staircase leading to Charity Bluff. A Minnesota State Parks permit is not required.

Twilight sky at John A. Latsch State Park
"John A. Latsch State Park Spring Twilight"

Riverview Trail

The Riverview Trail is primarily a series of wooden steps (500+) constructed by the CCC that rise 450 ft. over .5 miles.

Walking up the steps of the Riverview Trail in spring John A. Latsch State Park
"Hiking the Riverview Trail"

Charity Bluff

 

Looking out from the top of the bluff at Highway 61 and the Mississippi River at John A. Latsch State Park
"Looking Out from Mount Charity"

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