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2023-2024 PRESTON VISITOR’S GUIDE
PRESTON
MINNESOTA
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Preston
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TOLL FREE 888-845-2100 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME
03 Preston’s History
& Heritage
04 Welcome to Preston
04 Moving or Expanding
05 When to Visit
& Trip Ideas
06 Annual Events
WORSHIP
07 Worship in Preston
AREA ATTRACTIONS
08 Amish Tours
Chimney Swift Birds
Fillmore County Airport
Forestville/Mystery Cave
10 Scenic Byway
Milwaukee Elevator
The Root River
State Veterans Cemetery
Historic Forestville
11 Preston Disc Golf Couse
PRESTON’S
HISTORY & HERITAGE
“Preston was first settled by John
Kaercher (pictured) in 1853 and the
town was officially organized in 1855.
The location was desirable, as the
Root River afforded opportunities for
Kaercher to establish his flour mills along
the river. The area offered abundant
supplies of timber, water power,
stonework and railway service. Preston
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
& TRAILS
13-14 9-Hole Fishing Course
and Root River
17 Root River State Bike Trail
Harmony-Preston Valley
State Bike Trail
Preston Walking Tour
Bike Share Program
18-19 Bike Trail & River Map
SHOP
20 Pop-Up Markets
Flea Markets
MAP OF PRESTON
24-25 See Preston &
directions to its
neighboring towns
HOTELS & LODGING
26 Lodging in Preston &
in nearby towns
28 Geocaching
Social Media
29 Winter Fun
31 Take a Selfie
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CAMPING
32 Tent, Trailer & RV
Camping in Preston
& in nearby towns
33 Getting Around
EAT & DRINK
34 Eat & Drink
- Preston & nearby towns
LIVE
38 Veteran Friendly
Community
39 Livability
SERVICES
40 Preston, the Fillmore
County Seat
COMMUNITY
ORGANIZATIONS
43 Fillmore County Historical
Society
Preston Arts Council
Chamber of Commerce
Community Foundation
Economic Development
Preston Historical Society
Preston Lions Club
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
44-47 Business Directory
& Chamber Member
is named after the town’s first
postmaster, Luther Preston, a
good friend and employee of
Mr. Kaercher.
Located in the “Driftless Area” of the
state, the Preston area was untouched
by glaciers and is now a mecca of karst
geology, hardwood forests, abundant
wildlife, and numerous springs, brooks
and streams.
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Consider this your personal invitation to visit Preston, Minnesota, located
along the Root River in scenic Historic Bluff Country!
Preston, also known as “Minnesota’s Trout Capital,” is a welcoming familyfun
destination offering visitors a variety of entertaining, educational, and
recreational activities to choose from:
• Fish blue ribbon coldwater trout streams & try our 9-hole Fishing Course!
• Bike, hike, or ski two state trails
• Visit the State Veterans Cemetery
• Take a tour of Amish Country
• Canoe, kayak, or tube down the Root River
• Explore Historic Forestville, Forestville State Park and tour Mystery Cave
• Snowmobile miles of groomed trails
• Snowshoe and enjoy hikes in the winter!
Preston offers shopping, unique dining, and a variety of lodging options.
Reach us via the Historic Bluff Country National Scenic Byway or fly into
the Fillmore County Airport.
START PLANNING YOUR VISIT TODAY!
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Thank you to Bob Smock for several featured photos in this publication!
MOVING OR EXPANDING TO THE TROUT CAPITAL?
Are you thinking about making Preston your home?
Wanting to start a business in our beautiful
town? Contact the Preston Economic
Development Authority for incentives
for both homes and businesses,
grants, loans and site selection for all
business sizes. Call Preston EDA, at
507-765-2153 for more information.
prestonmnchamber.com/livability
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WHEN TO VISIT SUMMER
June through August
Rivers run full. Bike trails are clear. The town
swimming pool is open for a quick plunge to cool
down from the hot summer sun. Town festivals
are in full swing. The town jumps to life with its
unique shops, restaurants and many exciting
and fun events. Hiking, biking, camping, fishing,
golfing... a list of summer’s pleasures in Preston
and the Root River Trail Towns goes on and on.
WINTER
November to March
Snowmobiler or not, our winter
is when our valley, covered in
snow, lives up to its image. It's
the time for cross-country skiing
on our many miles of State
Trails, snowmobile treks, and
sitting beside a quiet fireplace
watching the snow settle. You
can also fish in town for catch
and release trout.
SPRING
April through May
Although weather
is unpredictable in
Minnesota, this is when
the trout fishing comes
alive and people
start gearing up for the
warmer days ahead.
Preston’s Trout Days Celebration takes
place each year in May.
FALL
September to early November
For those who might see the options
of summer as a bit too much to
handle, fall is essentially a quieter
version. The fall colors are vibrant
and you can travel through the
area while stopping at one of our
two orchards! What would fall be
without an apple treat?
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ANNUAL PRESTON EVENTS
JANUARY
• Preston Area Chamber of
Commerce Annual Meeting
• Eagles Cancer Telethon
Breakfast – The Club
FEBRUARY
• B&B Olympic Bowl – Scotch
Doubles Tournaments Begin
MARCH
• Preston Area Community
Foundation Banquet & Auction
• Ham Bingo – The Club
APRIL
• Fillmore Central ECFE
Easter Egg Hunt
• United Methodist Church
Cod Fish & Meatball Dinner
• Trout Fishing Opener
• Preston Pride Cleanup Day
MAY
• Preston’s Trout Days
• Preston Pop Up Market
• Preston Flea Market
• State Veterans Cemetery
Memorial Ceremony
• Memorial Day Ceremony –
Preston Veteran Organizations
JUNE
• Rhythm By The River
Music Night
• Preston Flea Market
• Preston Area Chamber of
Commerce Golf Tournament
• Prevent 22 Fundraiser
– The Club
JULY
• Rhythm By The River
Music Night
• Preston Flea Market
• Fillmore County Fair
To explore dates, times and
more information on annual
events please visit
www.PrestonMNChamber.com
AUGUST
• Preston Pop Up Market
• Rhythm By The River
Music Night
• Fillmore County Airport
Fly-in Drive-in Breakfast
SEPTEMBER
• Root River Trail Towns
– Autumn Trail
• Root River Trail Towns –
60 Mile Garage Sale
• Preston Pop Up Market
• Preston Flea Market
• Preston Historical Society
Fall Tractor Ride
• Preston Fire Dance & Raffle
OCTOBER
• Fall Vendor & Craft Show
• St. Columban Church Farmto-Table
Pork Dinner
• Preston Business
Trick or Treating
NOVEMBER
• Veterans Day Ceremony
• Give to the Max Day – Preston
Area Community Foundation
• Turkey Jamboree – The Club
• Turkey Day Run
• Small Business Saturday
• Hometown Holidays Kick-Off
DECEMBER
• Breakfast with Santa
& See Santa Off
• Christ Lutheran Church
Craft and Bake Sale
• Holiday Lighting Contest
• Salvation Army Bell Ringing
– F&M Community Bank
• Hanson’s Christmas
Light Sleigh Tours
• Preston Area Chamber
of Commerce Christmas
Tree Dedication
• State Veterans Cemetery
Wreath Ceremony
• Community Christmas
Dinner – The Club
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WORSHIP
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH
509 Kansas St. NW
507-765-2161
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
108 Chatfield Ave. NW
507-765-4960
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
212 St. Anthony St. N
507-765-2503
ST. COLUMBAN CATHOLIC
CHURCH
408 Preston St. NW
507-765-3886
The Maple Leaf Parish invites you to join us in worship this Sunday!
Visitors
always
welcome!
Cherry Grove Church - 10am - 18183 160th St.
Fountain Church - 8:30am - Cedar and County Rd. 8
Preston Church - 11am - 212 St. Anthony St
Spring Valley Faith Church - 9am - 617 Maple Lane
For more information please contact 507-346-2830 or faithunited@centurytel.net
Pastors Mark and Deanna Woodward God’s Blessings Always!
St. Johns
Lutheran
Church & School
Wykoff, MN
COME, WORSHIP!
• Sunday Service 9:00 am
• Sunday Education Hour
10:30 am (Sept. - May)
• Additional services leading
up to Christmas & Easter
• Vacation Bible School
• Member of The Lutheran
Church—Missouri Synod
Scripture
Grace
Faith
COME, LEARN!
• Christian K-8 School
• Welcoming students of all
backgrounds
• Before/After School Care
• Affordable Tuition
• Academic-Driven, Music,
Sports, Drama, & More
241 South Line Street, Wykoff, MN 55990
507-352-2296 | church@stjohns-wykoff.com
www.stjohns-wykoff.org | facebook.com/StJohnsWykoff
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AREA ATTRACTIONS PRESTON
Preston is known as “Minnesota’s Trout Capital,” and
yes, the fishing is great here! Preston has so much more
to offer when you visit! The bike trail is central for biking
to Harmony, Lanesboro and beyond. Visit Forestville
State Park and Mystery Cave, take an Amish tour,
check out our historic campus at the Trailhead, take
a historic walk through our downtown, bring the family
swimming in the warmer months, tube/kayak/canoe down the
mighty Root River and MORE! We kick off summer with Trout Days in
May and every July is the Fillmore County Fair! Preston is a great place
to visit year round with a variety of activities for EVERYONE!
AMISH COMMUNITIES & GUIDED AMISH TOURS
Step back in time as you learn about the Amish way of life on
a guided Amish tour. Experience Amish culture firsthand to
see how they live, work, and play. Opportunities available
on tours to purchase Amish baked goods and handcrafted
items. Tours are fun and educational for all ages. More
information about our local Amish Communities available
at: www.gethookedonpreston.com.
See Page 12
LARGEST CHIMNEY SWIFT BIRD POPULATION IN MN
Audubon Minnesota recognized Preston as having the
largest and most active Chimney Swift population in
the state. Swifts feed exclusively on flying insects, like
mosquitoes, which is “good news” for bikers and campers
in Preston. Gather nightly from April through August at dusk
at the Trailhead parking lot to watch these amazing birds
dive by the hundreds into their nighttime roosts.
FILLMORE COUNTY AIRPORT
The Fillmore County Airport includes a 4,000 by 75-foot
paved runway. The airport provides a convenient and
valuable transportation link for the local communities by
allowing businesses and individuals to use general aviation
instead of dealing with the airline hub system. The airport
has a suitable fuel system that is available for use 24/7 and
is installed with a credit card reader. The Fillmore County
Airport also has a courtesy car. More information available
at www.co.fillmore.mn.us/departments/airport/.
FORESTVILLE/MYSTERY CAVE STATE PARK
Take a naturalist led tour of Mystery Cave, the longest
cave in Minnesota, featuring stalactites, stalagmites and
underground pools. The State Park offers blue ribbon trout
fishing streams, camping, horseback riding trails, horse
camping facilities, cross-country skiing and snowmobile
trails. Discover more about Forestville & Mystery Cave at
www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks.
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QUICK FACTS:
Established: 1855
Population: 1,300
Bike Trail: 60 miles
Root River: 80 miles
PRESTON
Historical Society
Historic elevator, boxcar,
caboose, and schoolhouse
9 th Annual Tractor Ride
September 16 & 17, 2023
Preston Historical Society is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization
507-272-5830
Find us on Facebook
www.prestonmnhistory.com
prestonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
Preston Golf
& Country Club
Public Welcome • Call 507-765-4485 for a tee time
50% Off Membership your 1st year
50% Off Green Fees for visitors
(When staying at Preston area hotels & campgrounds)
Out of Town memberships (35+ miles from Preston) for $150
Cart
Rental
Available
Men’s Day
Thursdays • Noon
Hwy 16, Preston • 507-765-4485 • www.prestongolfcourse.com
The Lenora Pioneer Church Society invites you to visit the Lenora Church completed in 1865.
The historic Lenora Church located near Canton, MN
is on the National Register of historic buildings.
Services and events are held
here from May - November
on the third Sunday of the
month at 3:00p.m. There are
also special Thanksgiving and
Christmas services.
Please contact 507-346-2830 for more information.
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Continued from Page 8
HISTORIC BLUFF COUNTRY NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY
As you drive into Preston, you will be treated to one of the most
beautiful panoramas in all of southeast Minnesota. Preston
is one of several scenic river towns along this 88-mile route.
Enjoy quaint country charm and breathtaking scenery as you
pass impressive limestone bluffs, acres of hardwood forest,
and numerous rivers and streams which delight fishermen,
birdwatchers, photographers, and motorcyclists alike.
www.bluffcountry.com
MILWAUKEE ELEVATOR & HISTORIC CAMPUS
The 1902 Milwaukee Elevator (on the National Register of
Historic Buildings) is located next to the Trailhead. The campus
also includes a restored 1939 Milwaukee Road Boxcar, 1951
Caboose, Motor Car and Trailing Car. In 2019, an interpretive
sign was also added to the Historic Campus. Located across
the river on the Fillmore County Fairgrounds is the restored
one-room O’Hara Schoolhouse. www.prestonmnhistory.com
THE ROOT RIVER
The Root River runs right through Preston and offers many
activities in and around the river. Bring or rent a canoe,
kayak or tube and float the river to the edge of town at
Hwy 52, to The Old Barn Resort and even Lanesboro. Fish,
swim and play in the river, or enjoy a walk or bike ride on
the Root River Trail that follows the river.
STATE VETERANS CEMETERY
The Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery laid the first area
Veterans to rest in November of 2015. Today the cemetery is
operated by the State of Minnesota through the Minnesota
Dept. of Veterans Affairs, and is a beautiful, monumental,
final resting place for many veterans and their eligible family
members. More information and eligibility requirements
available at mn.gov/mdva/memorials.
HISTORIC FORESTVILLE: LIFE IN THE LATE 1800s
Take a guided tour and get the full Historic Forestville
experience! Connect with historic figures of the town to
explore the choices these individuals faced at the turn of the
20th century and compare their experiences to your own life.
The tour begins at the visitor center and travels through the
garden, kitchen, Meighen family house and offices, and the
general store filled with original 19th-century merchandise.
www.mnhs.org/forestville
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Niagara Cave
& Mini Golf
Nationally recognized as
one of the Top Ten Caves in
the United States
Book online at
niagaracave.com
507-886-6606
29842 County Road 30
Harmony, MN 55939
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Amish Tours of Harmony
Where the horse & buggy still provide the transportation, the home is lighted
by kerosene lamps & water is heated on a woodburning stove.
Tours of Harmony
Enjoy an exciting tour with one of our knowledgeable guides!
Mini Bus Tours | Car Tours | Group Bus Tours
Spring thru Fall | No Sunday Tours | Winter Tours by Appointment
ggy still provide the transportation, the home is lighted
amps & water is heated on a woodburning stove.
For Advanced Tickets & Information
tour with
507.886.2303
one of 507.886.2303
our knowledgeable
or 800.752.6474
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Located Located in Sugar in Breakers Plum House on the on Village the Village Green Green in Harmony, in Harmony, MN MN
us Tours | Car Tours www.amish-tours.com
| Group Bus Tours
No Sunday Tours | Winter Tours by Appointment
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The Minnesota Trout Association laid out a self-guided, 9-hole
trout fishing course to introduce trout anglers to a 0.8 mile
reach of blue ribbon trout water in the South Branch of
the Root River. Each hole features different flow characteristics
that will challenge anglers and help develop
your angling skills whether you fish from shore with live
bait or wade in the stream with spinners or flies.
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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
PRESTON’S 9–HOLE FISHING COURSE
Ready to engage in a new angling experience? Here it
is – Preston’s 9–Hole Fishing Course. Each hole along the
in-town 0.8-mile stretch of the Root River presents anglers
with a different angling challenge. The course also gives
anglers a crash course in stream ecology and trout habitats.
Download the 9-Hole Fishing Course map at GetHookedOnPreston.com
ROOT RIVER FISH & WILDLIFE
The Root River offers exceptional trout fishing. It has been
featured on Northland Adventures and ESPN - TV, and was
named by Midwest Outdoor Life Magazine as one of the
“Top 10 Trout Waters in the Midwest.” Preston was branded
in 2011 by state officials as “Minnesota’s Trout Capital.” You
will also find a multitude of wildlife along the trail including
eagles, reptiles, deer and a variety of birds.
CANOE & KAYAK
Canoe or kayak a beautiful section of the South branch of
the Root River. Start in Preston at the west bridge located
where County Road 12 (also known as Fillmore Street) crosses
the river. Canoe through a beautiful part of Bluff Country.
End your trip at the Old Barn Resort for a 2 1/2-hour trip. (Only
access is on the south side of Heron Road off of Hickory
Road). You can continue into Lanesboro and end above
the dam for a 5-hour trip. A good reference for canoeing
the area is a book by David Lind, Canoeing the Driftless.
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NEW 2023
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Explore all 10 communities
in the Root River Valley!
www.RootRiverTrail.org
Welcome to Minnesota’s Trout Capital
on the South Branch of the Root River!
• Guided Trips • Gear and Tackle • Kayak Sales, Rentals and Shuttle
Service • Flies for Area Streams • Fly Fishing Lessons • Local Info
• Wader Repair • Fly shop now open!
BOOK YOUR 2023 GUIDED TRIPS
Call or Email Mel today 507-765-4915
507-327-4276 or melvin@minnesotaflyfishing.com
Information and store hours
www.minnesotaflyfishing.com
208 St. Paul St SW, PreSton
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TRAILS
ROOT RIVER STATE TRAIL
The Root River Trail system attracts thousands of outdoor
enthusiasts each season. Discover the dramatic river-carved
limestone bluffs of southeastern Minnesota on this paved, 42-
mile trail. Constructed on an abandoned railroad, the trail
follows the path of the Root River. Riding the trail you may
see people canoeing, kayaking, or tubing on the river. More
information on the trails available at www.rootrivertrail.org.
HARMONY-PRESTON VALLEY STATE TRAIL
Ride over rolling hills and through scenic valleys on this 18-
mile multiple use trail between Preston and Harmony. The trail
follows the South Branch of the Root River, passing through a
variety of wooded areas and farmland. A 1-mile extension of
the trail has been added west of Preston heading towards
Forestville State Park. Wildlife is abundant along both trails
and sightings of bald eagles, wild turkey, deer, hawks, and
turkey vultures are common. The Root River State Trail and the
Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail connect near Isinours Forest
Junction. During the summer months the trails are used for
biking, hiking, and in-line skating. The trails are also groomed
for cross-country skiing in the winter. Trail information available
at www.dnr.state.mn.us/biking. Trail maps are on page 18-19.
PRESTON HISTORIC WALKING TOUR
Enjoy a leisurely downtown stroll to view and appreciate
Preston’s historical architecture. Walking maps available at
the Preston Visitor’s Center, online at www.prestonmnhistory.
com or at other locations throughout town. It features very
enjoyable descriptions of the history of Preston businesses, as
well as old pictures of the businesses. It will take you back in
time.
PRESTON BIKE SHARE PROGRAM
With funding from the Fillmore County State Health
Improvement Program, the Root River Trail Towns organization
has partnered with several cities to create a Bike Share
program. Participating communities include Harmony,
Preston, Fountain, Peterson and Rushford. Each community
was granted five to seven adult bicycles, helmets, locks and
a bicycle rack; however, each community has a slightly
different means of lending out the bicycles and helmets. For
more information on Preston’s Bike Share Program please go
to www.prestonmnchamber.com/play/preston-bike-share.
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and everything in between.
Visit www.prestonmnchamber.com to find out when the next Preston
Pop-Up Market will be. Markets are typically held on Fillmore Street in
downtown Preston. Purchase goods from a variety of local artisans,
home businesses and farmers. A great way to keep the Shop Local
movement going!
PRESTON FLEA MARKETS (NEW!)
Select Saturdays in May, June, July and September
Visit www.prestonmnchamber.com to find out when
the 2023 Preston Flea Markets are happening! BRAND
NEW to Preston’s event list in 2023, the flea markets are
being organized by a group of community members who are
dedicated to bringing more shopping opportunities to Preston!
If you are interested in having a booth please email
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811 Highway 52
Preston MN, 55965
prestonliquorstore@gmail.com
Facebook.com/prestonliquor
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Business Hours
Monday – Saturday
8 A.M. – 6 P.M.
OPEN Extended Hours
IN DECEMBER
Monday – Sunday
www.hoffmannstables.com
23283 US 52
Preston, Minnesota 55965
One Mile North of
Preston on Hwy 52
507-765-2250
TOLL FREE 888-845-2100 SHOP 23
117 FILLMORE ST W, PRESTON, MN
507.202.6996
WE CARRY UNIQUE ART, CLOCKS , AND FURNITURE PIECES. We also sell DIXIE
BELLE PAINT COMPANY products and BLUE Q socks and accessories.
WE OFFER PAINT AND PROJECT CLASSES YEAR ROUND.
urbanartifactsprestonmn.com
BOUTIQUE & CONSIGNMENT
Vintage
The lower level of our store is filled with an ever-changing
selection of vintage and antique finds!
65 Main Ave N. • Harmony, MN
shopbeebalm.com
507-886-BEES
Gifts & Decor
Our shop features a curated collection of new gifts
& home decor, including Harmony t-shirts!
Boutique
Shop our brand new selection of women's boutique clothing
including Judy Blue jeans, Myra bags, shoes, jewelery & more!
Consignment
We accept like new, in-season
women's clothing by appointment.
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State Veterans Home
8
9
Sunset Rd
TO SPRING VALLEY
St. John’s Lutheran Church, Wykoff
Circle Heights Dr
Area Attractions & Outdoor Activities
1 Amish Tours of Harmony
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2 Chimney Swift
3 Driftless Fly Fishing Co. & Driftless Kayak/ Fillmore Central
Elementary School
The South Branch Suite
4 Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center
5 Fillmore County Airport
6 Fillmore County Fairgrounds
7 Fillmore County Museum & Geneology Library
8 Good Earth Village
9 Historic Forestville & Forestville/
Mystery Cave State Park
10 Monster Bash Haunted House
11 Niagara Cave
12 Old Barn Resort - Rivers Bend Golf Course
13 Preston Golf Course
14 Preston Public Library/Bike Share
15 Preston Public Pool
16 Scenic Overlook
17 Serenity Hills Pavilion
18 State Veterans Cemetery
19 Tennis, Pickleball & Basketball Courts
20 Trailhead & PHS Historic Campus
Shop
21 Baukol’s Woodworks
22 Bee Balm
23 Cheryl’s Fabric Garden
24 Family Dollar
25 Farm Charm
26 Hoffmann’s Tack Shop
27 JuliaClaire
28 Kelly Printing & Signs
29 Preston Floral + Gift
30 Preston Liquor
31 Root River Hardware - NAPA
32 Terri’s Tender Lovin’ Stitches
33 Thrifty Threads
34 Trout City Gallery and Gifts
35 Urban Artifacts
Preston Pop Up Markets (Fillmore Street)
Flea Market (Fairgrounds)
Worship
36 Christ Lutheran Church
37 First Baptist Church
38 Historic Lenora Church
39 Preston United Methodist Church
40 St. Columban Catholic Church
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West River Rd
Oak Dr
Spring Valley St
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Chatfield St
County 12
Winona St
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Washington St
Kansas St
Canoe
Launch
Wayside St
Hillside
Dr.
Farmers St
Valley St
Valley Pl
Chatfield Ave
Washington St
Lodging & Camping
41 Cottage House Inn
42 County Fair Campground
43 Country Trails Inn & Suites
44 Hidden Valley Campground
45 Historic JailHouse Inn
46 Old Barn Resort
47 Park View Guest Home
48 Stone Mill Hotel & Suites
49 Sylvan Park & Riverview Campground
50 The Brick House
51 Trailhead Inn
52 Valleyview Campground
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Franklin St
40
Main St
Root River
TO FOUNTIAN
Houston St
Freeman St
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North St
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Houston St
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Mart St
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Crown Hill Rd
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Preston St
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St Paul St
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Eat & Drink
53 B&B Olympic Bowl & Restaurant
54 Branding Iron
55 Blossom Hill Orchard & Farm
56 Casey’s General Store
57 Karst Brewing
58 Old Barn Resort
59 Pine Tree Apple Orchard
60 Root River 102
61 The Sweet Stop & Sandwich Shoppe
62 The Club
63 Trout City Brewing
Visitor Services
64 Arndt Chiropractic
65 Bauer Built Tire & Service Center
66 City Hall/Preston Public Utilities/Police
67 Curt’s Sport Shop
68 F&M Community Bank
TO LANESBORO
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TO HARMONY
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Spring St
Root River Bike Trail
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St Anthony St
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Mill St
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Plaeasant St
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River St
Disc
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Park St
Jeremish St
Center St
Birch St
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Elizabeth St
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Public Pool
Park Ln
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Fillmore St
Canoe
Launch
Preston
Ball Fields
Cottage Grove Ave
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Preston-Harmony
Bike Trail
Jefferson St
44 28 17
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Lincoln St
Canoe
Launch
Visitor Services (continued)
69 Fillmore County Courthouse
70 Fillmore County Sherriff’s Department
71 Harmony Car Wash
72 HyVee Health Marketplace Pharmacy
73 Laundromat
74 Ladd K9
75 License Bureau (DMV)
76 McCabe Repairs
77 Olmsted Medical Center
78 POET
79 Preston Eye Clinic
80 Preston Foods/Rod N’ Reel Coffee Co.
81 Preston Motor Mart
82 Preston Post Office
83 Preston Service Plus
84 Preston Visitor Information Center
85 Root River Veterinary Center
86 SAC Towing & Recovery
87 Serenity Family Chiropractic
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HOTELS & LODGING
Stay in a cozy cabin, a lodge near the trail, or a Historic B&B. Preston offers
a wide range of lodging suitable for every need. Contact the following
listings for more information. No matter where you choose to stay while on
vacation in Preston, the rolling hills and flowing rivers watch over you. So,
any choice is the right choice.
QUICK FACTS:
Established: 1855
Population: 1,300
Bike Trail: 60+ miles
Root River: 80+ miles
PRESTON VISITORS CENTER
507-765-2100 • 888-845-2100
www.gethookedonpreston.com
PRESTON HOTELS & LODGING
Country Trails Inn and Suites
809 Hwy 52 N, Preston • 507-765-2533
The Brick House
Downtown Preston • 319-240-9379
The Historic JailHouse Inn
109 Houston St NW, Preston • 507-765-2181
Old Barn Resort & Rivers Bend Golf Course
24461 Heron Rd, Preston • 507-467-2512
Park View Guest House
202 Park St. SE, Preston • 507-251-9689
Trailhead Inn
112 Center St NE, Preston • 507-765-2460
# of Rooms & Suites
Breakfast Included
Wifi Available
Private Bathroom
Handicap Accessible
Kitchenettes
Pool (p) Hot tub (h)
Pets Welcome
Open Year-Round
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The South Branch Suite
Above Driftless Fly Fishing Co. • 507-327-4276
OTHER AREA HOTELS & LODGING
Cottage House Inn
209 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro • 507-467-2577
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Stone Mill Hotel & Suites
100 E Beacon St, Lanesboro • 507-467-8663
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Most Recent Awards:
• 2021 SE MN TOWNIE Award
• 2022 Best of the Best - Lodging,
Visit Bluff Country
• Featured in Spring Edition 2022 -
Saturday Evening Post magazine
• 2022 top 10 coolest hotels in MN
- BestthingsMN.com
• 2022 Trip Savvy Editor Choice Award
Listed on the National Register of Historic
Places, this 12-room inn is located 3
blocks from the Root River Bike Trail.
Featured on Good Morning America, the
Today Show and USA Today. Named
in the Top 10 Unique Places to stay
in Minnesota by the City Pages and
featured in the Star Tribune Holiday
Edition, highlighting the JailHouse Inn.
Ideal setting for reunions, family events,
engagements, rehearsal/grooms’ dinners,
small weddings and anniversaries.
www.jailhouseinn.com | 507.765.2181
109 Houston Street NW, Preston, MN
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GEOCACHING IN PRESTON
Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunt that combines
hiking and high-tech. Explorers use sophisticated—
but easy to use—global positioning system (GPS)
devices to search for hidden treasure caches.
Enjoy your Geocaching adventures in Preston!
Visit www.geocaching.com to locate a cache
near Preston, Minnesota.
WANT MORE?
CONTACT OUR TOURISM OFFICE!
507-765-2100 • 888-845-2100
TRAVELER TIDBIT
The current “JailHouse Inn” once served as
the old Fillmore County Jail from 1865-1971!
Follow Us
on Social
Media
facebook.com/PrestonMNChamberandTourism
instagram.com/OnlyInPrestonMN
youtube.com/@PrestonTourism
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WINTER FUN IN PRESTON
Here are a few ways to enjoy your visit to Preston, Minnesota.
PRESTON ICE SKATING RINK
Open when conditions appropriate. Located on
the west side of the Fillmore County Fairgrounds.
Warming shelter and lights available.
FREE SNOWSHOE RENTALS available to people
staying at Country Trails Inn and Trailhead Inn!
Community members may rent for free from
Country Trails, too! Snowshoe on ungroomed trails
or head to Forestville State Park for a fun snowshoe
adventure.
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING trails are groomed for MILES
along the Root River Trail Towns! Visit rootrivertrail.org for
more information.
FISH TROUT IN THE ROOT RIVER (within Preston City Limits) for
catch and release from October 16 to December 31. Catch and
release is also available from January 1 until the harvest season opener
on the Saturday closest to April 15.
Each year from Thanksgiving
to Christmas experience
the Hometown Holidays
with us in Preston. Visit
GetHookedonPreston.com
for a full list of events!
Book online or
by phone
The Cottage House Inn
“Your Inn when you’re out!”
Perfect for
families, groups
& more
Celebrating 30 years in 2023!
www.cottagehouseinn.com 507-467-2577 Downtown Lanesboro, MN
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sTone Mill
HoTel & suiTes
Historic Lanesboro, Minnesota
Open
Year Round!
TreaT yourself To a unique experience in our 1884 HisToric HoTel.
• Private Bathrooms
• Wi-fi and Cable TV
• Double Jacuzzis & Lofts
• Fireplaces & Air Conditioning
507-467-8663
sToneMillsuiTes@gMail.coM
• Expanded Continental Breakfast
• Locked Bike Storage
• In-room Coffee, Microwave & Fridge
• Clothing & Gift Shop
100 Beacon sT e, lanesBoro
www.sToneMillsuiTes.coM
photo by @awaywego.family
Free Hot Breakfast | Free Wireless Internet | 100% Non Smoking
Newly Remodeled Hotel
40 Rooms (King, Queen, or Double Queen • 2 Handicap Accessible)
6 Suites • Indoor pool & Hot tub
Call for reservations!
888-378-2896
Located on Hwy 52
Easy walking to
Preston/Harmony trail and local restaurants!
809 Hwy 52 North | Preston, MN 55965 | Phone: 507-765-2533 | Fax: 507-765-4450
Reservations: 888-378-2896 | www.countrytrailsinn.com
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TOP 4 SPOTS TO
TAKE A SELFIE IN PRESTON
IS IT INSTA-WORTHY? THESE ARE!
BE SURE TO HASHTAG YOUR PHOTOS WITH
#OnlyInMN #GetHookedOnPreston #PrestonMN
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THE TROUT
The Preston Parade Trout typically
rests along Hwy. 52 throughout the
warmer months. Several people
stop by to snag a selfie with “The
Trout” each year! Because let’s be
honest, how often do you see a
catch that big?
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THE HISTORIC
CAMPUS
You don’t have to be a history
buff to admit that our historical
campus at the Trailhead is pretty
colorful. Take a selfie with the
caboose or the elevator and
you’ll have a unique historic photo
that makes it look like you’re back
in the 1800s, riding the rails!
2
THE MURAL
The Preston Area Arts Council
and community members
spent several hours creating
the beautiful mural that now
rests above the Preston City
Hall entrance. The colors are
amazing. You won’t find a mural
like it! The best part, it stands for
everything PRESTON!
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THE TANK
Located just off of the bike trail
near the Preston Trailhead is the
famous Army tank. You don’t get
an opportunity to take a selfie
with an Army tank very often. But
in Veteran Friendly Preston, it’s a
must-see!
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TENT, TRAILER & RV CAMPING
Get into the great outdoors. Camp under the stars, sit by a blazing
campfire and enjoy all the natural world has to offer.
PRESTON VISITORS CENTER
507-765-2100 • 888-845-2100
www.gethookedonpreston.com
# of Sites
Electric & Water
Sewer
RV Camping
Tent Sites
Shower House
Outfitting
Onsite Restaurant
Trail (t) or River (r) Access
PRESTON TENT, TRAILER & RV CAMPING
County Fair Campground
413 Fillmore St E, Preston • 507-765-2370
Pump
Station
55 E&W • • • t r
Valleyview Campground
23750 Hwy 52, Preston
507-272-3471 • 507-272-3441
Hidden Valley Campground
29596 Ideal Dr, Preston
Old Barn Resort & Rivers Bend Golf Course
24461 Heron Rd, Preston • 507-467-2512
Maple Springs Campground, Inc.
21606 County 118, Preston • 507-352-2056
71 E&W • • • • r
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276 E&W • • • • • • t r
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OTHER AREA TENT, TRAILER & RV CAMPING
Sylvan Park & Riverview Campgrounds
202 Parkway Ave S, Lanesboro • 507-467-3722
E&W • • • • t r
County Fair
Campground
413 E. Fillmore St. E., Preston, MN
507-765-2370
www.fillmorecountyfair.com
Electricity and water
hook-up available
Photo by
@WingingIt247
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Sylvan Park & Riverview Campgrounds
507-467-3722 • 202 Parkway ave. S • LaneSboro
Sylvan Park & Riverview Campgrounds
Camping is available on a first come first serve basis to the
visitors of Lanesboro. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the Root
River and Bike Trail.
GETTING AROUND
Where exactly is Preston and the surrounding towns? Hop in the car or on
your bike. Go exploring - these trail towns are just a short trip from Preston.
DRIVING DISTANCES
FROM PRESTON
Chatfield
www.chatfieldmn.org
Fountain
fountainmn.org
Harmony
exploreharmony.com
Lanesboro
lanesboro.com
Whalan
rootrivertrail.org
Peterson
petersonmn.org
14.9 miles
6.1 miles
10.9 miles
8.4 miles
12.9 miles
22.5 miles
Rushford
26.8 miles
rushfordpetersonvalley.com
Houston
37.6 miles
houstonmnchamber.com
DetaiLS at www.LaneSboro-mn.gov
Lanesboro Community Center
Rental space for weddings,
meetings, reunions and other
events.
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EAT & DRINK IN PRESTON
There are a variety of dining choices in and around Preston. Whether you want
a quick lunch to take on the trail, a juicy burger and fries, pizza, or a delicious
steak, we have it all. Go to gethookedonpreston.com for more details.
PRESTON VISITORS CENTER
507-765-2100 • 888-845-2100
www.gethookedonpreston.com
Accepts Reservations
Beer/Wine/Liquor
Large Groups
Accepts Credit Cards
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Open Year Round
EAT IN PRESTON
B&B Olympic Bowl
401 Kansas St NW, Preston • 507-765-2522
Blossom Hill Orchard & Farm
645 Hwy 52, Preston • 507-765-4486
Branding Iron
1100 Circle Heights Dr, Preston • 507-765-3388
Casey’s General Store
875 Hwy 52 N, Preston • 507-765-4563
The Club Bar & Veterans Organization
213 St Paul St SE, Preston • 507-765-2205
Old Barn Resort & Rivers Bend Golf Course
24461 Heron Rd, Preston • 507-467-2512
Pine Tree Apple Orchard
1201 St Paul St, Preston • 507-765-2408
Sweet Stop & Sandwich Shoppe
110 St Anthony St, Preston • 507-765-9956
Rod N’ Reel Coffee Co
Located in Preston Foods • 507-765-2465
OTHER AREA EAT & DRINK STOPS
Root River 102
102 Coffee St. W, Lanesboro • 507-475-8804
Karst Brewing
315 1st. St., Fountain • 612-747-6367
Food trucks for specials events!
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BEER • FOOD • SELTZERS • WINE • CIDER
Where Craftbrews Meet
Culinary Inspired Cuisine
FIND US ON
THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 11 AM - 8:30 PM
SUNDAY: NOON - 5 PM
132 ST. ANTHONY ST. S I PRESTON, MN
404-307-3788 I WWW.TROUTCITYBREWING.COM
B&B Olympic Bowl
GREAT FUN...GREAT FOOD
Automatic Scoring & Spacious Bowling Area
OPEN BOWLING • CALL FOR AVAILABILITY
Lounge Hours:
Monday-Sunday: 9am - Closing
“Happy Hour”
Monday-Friday: 4pm - 6pm
Restaurant:
Monday-Saturday: 6am - 9pm
(Breakfast and Lunch Specials)
Sunday: 6am - 8pm
$1 Bowling
Call for
on Sunday All Day Dinner Specials
www.bandbbowlandrestaurant.com
B&B • THE PLACE TO BE!
Birthday Parties Available
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Over 20 varieties of Apples! Apple Pies • Turnovers
Other Baked Goods • Local Jams, Jellies, Honey & Maple Syrup
new apple varieties!
B-51, First Kiss &
Evercrisp
507-765-4486
645 Highway 52 East
Preston, MN 55965
www.blossomhillapples.com
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GREAT FOOD IN PRESTON, MINNESOTA HWY 52 & 16 507-765-3388
NIGHTLY FEATURES APPETIZERS & DESSERTS SANDWICHES & SALADS
LUNCH ENTREES DINNER ENTREES CLASSIC COCKTAILS
EXCELLENT STEAK & SEAFOOD, BREATH-TAKING VIEW
WWW.BRANDINGIRONMN.COM
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VETERAN FRIENDLY COMMUNITY
Friendly
Preston’s Veteran Friendly Community campaign began in 2018. Our
community also became a Purple Heart City in 2019. The Club – Bar
and Veterans Organization located in downtown Preston is home to
several Veteran organizations. You will also find many patriotic displays
and attractions around town including the WWII-era Army Tank at the
Preston Trailhead, the WWI Memorial at the entrance of the Fillmore
County Fairgrounds and 100’s of American Flags scattered throughout the
community during flag holidays. The State Veterans Cemetery is located
on the outskirts of Preston and the first Veterans were laid to rest there in
2015. Preston will soon become the only community in Minnesota to have
both a State Veterans Cemetery and a State Veterans Home. A 54-bed
skilled nursing facility is set to open mid-summer that will become Southeast
Minnesota’s first State Veterans Home.
For more information on
Preston’s Veteran Friendly
Community campaign visit
www.PrestonMNChamber.com/
Live/Veteran-Friendly-Community
Visit www.Prestonmnchamber.
Com/live/veteran-friendlycommunity
to laearn about the
available veterasn discounts
APPLES, APPLES, APPLES
Apples for everybody. Apples in pies. Apples
in doughnuts, rollovers, muffins and bread.
Apples in the freshest cider you’ve ever
tasted. Apples for every taste and purpose.
PINE TREE APPLE ORCHARD
Off Hwy 52 on Co. Rd. 17 • Preston, MN
507-765-2408
Open September-November
C’mon out...we know there’s an
apple to make you smile.
IN HONOR OF THOSE
WHO HAVE SERVED.
EVENT BARTENDING BY APPOINTMENT!
507-765-2205
Hours: Mon - Fri: 4PM - 1AM • Sat: 3PM - 1AM
217 St. Paul St. SW I Preston, MN
THECLUBPRESTON.COM
TOLL FREE 888-845-2100 ORGANIZATIONS 39
Live, work and play in Preston
Visit prestonmnchamber.com/livability
to learn more about Preston's Livability
• Explore Preston's housing opportunities,
including new and existing housing
• Learn more about Preston's education system
and affordable childcare
• Find information on how to start a business in
Preston or find employment in the region
• Learn more about the local healthcare services
offered in our community
• Explore Preston's recreational opportunities that
make it a great place to live, work and PLAY!
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SERVICES IN PRESTON
Preston, the Fillmore County Seat, is a vibrant community
in the heart of Bluff Country in Southeastern Minnesota.
Many visit Preston to view the beautiful Root River
Valley and access over 60 miles of paved bike trails
in and around the community. After visiting, many
find it hard to not want to move to this beautiful
community. While catering to the tourist, Preston also
maintains its traditional role as an agricultural and
industrial center. The community is home to several
businesses that serve our community and visitors.
507-765-3846
608 Houston St NW, Preston • prestonserviceplus@gmail.com
TOLL FREE 888-845-2100 SERVICES 41
315 MAIN AVE NORTH HARMONY
Self-serve car wash
Pressure rinse, soap, wax & foam brush
Vacuum
www.RootRiverVetCenter.com
Modern Medicine, Old Fashioned Love
212 St. Anthony Street S., Preston • 507-765-2117
ConvenienCe & serviCe all through the root river valley
Preston Motor Mart
• Hot Foods & Deli
• Convenience Store
• Lottery Tickets
• Pay-At-Pump 24/7
• Diesel Fuel
• LP Exchange
• Hunting/fishing license
& Game Registration
highway 52 & 16 in the Center of Preston • (507) 765-3330
Locally
owned and
operated
by S&A
Petroleum
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E15 (Unleaded 88)
Engine Smart. Earth Kind.
Making a better choice for your wallet, your engine, and your world is as
easy as filling your car up with E15 (Unleaded 88) at the pump. E15 is a
blend of 15 percent, homegrown American biofuel that are available
year-round. Not only is it safe for all vehicles made in 2001 and newer,
it also helps replace toxic, cancer-causing additives found in regular
gasoline. Plus it can save you up to 10 cents per gallon! Look for E15 at
your local station and feel good about fueling up.
POET.COM/PRESTON
507.765.4548
TOLL FREE 888-845-2100 ORGANIZATIONS 43
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
FILLMORE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The mission of the Fillmore County Historical Society is to collect,
preserve, and interpret Fillmore County artifacts, documents,
literature, and photographs. Located in Fountain, 5 miles
north of Preston on Highway 52. Museum and genealogy
library hours at www.fillmorecountyhistory.org.
PRESTON AREA ARTS COUNCIL
The Preston Area Arts Council is a small arts group making a
difference. They support community programs, school arts and
music programs, and scholarships for high school students. More
at www.prestonmnchamber.com/live/preston-arts-council.
❖
#PRESTONPRIDE
PRESTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Our mission is to help the local businesses and immediate
surrounding environs so that its citizens and business community
shall prosper. Discover more about our committment to the
area at www.prestonmnchamber.com.
PRESTON AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
The Preston Area Community Foundation’s mission is to
serve the greater Preston area by supporting programs and
projects that improve the quality of life and build a stronger
community. www.prestonareacommunityfoundation.org
PRESTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
The Preston EDA is committed to the growth and expansion
of area businesses, jobs, and the community of Preston.
Contact the EDA office in City Hall at 507-765-2153 for
loans/grants, business development, and site selection.
www.prestonmn.org
PRESTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Dedicated to preserving the history of the Preston area. The
Society has refurbished the Milwaukee 1902 Elevator, 1939
Milwaukee Road Boxcar, Section Car, and 1951 Caboose,
Motor Car, Trailing Car, as well as The O’Hara Schoolhouse.
More at www.prestonmnhistory.com.
PRESTON LIONS CLUB
A community service organization with a primary focus on
the needs of the community but also on a district, multiple
district, and international level. We assist/support service
needs within our community and throughout the world.
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
BROUGHT TO YOU BY
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2022 PACC Members
To join the Chamber email
contact@prestonmnchamber.com
❖Active PT
133 St. Paul St. SW
507-322-3460
activeptandsports.com
❖Al Larson & Sons
308 St. Anthony St. S
507-765-2405
Algae Biomass Organization
125 St. Paul St. SW
877-531-5512
❖American Family Insurance
Dakota Johnson
201 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2372
Armor Computers
128 Main St. SW
920-644-3499
❖Arndt Chiropractic
124 Main St. SW
507-765-2225
Find them on Facebook!
❖B&B Olympic Bowl
401 Kansas St. NW
507-765-2522
bandbbowlandrestaurant.
com
Baukol’s Barrels
119 W Fillmore St.
952-454-0711
Bauer Built Tire & Service
Center
1400 Energy Dr. N
507-765-9871
❖Besse Mini Storage
750 Hwy. 52 E
507-765-2471
❖Bill’s Gun Shop
19708 Kava Rd.
507-765-2762
❖Blossom Hill Orchard & Farm
645 Hwy. 52 E
507-765-4486
blossomhillapples.com
❖Blue Ridge Truck Parts &
Outdoor/Indoor Storage
229966 Highway 52 N
507-765-4944
blueridgetruckparts.com
❖Branding Iron
1100 Circle Heights Dr. NW
507-765-3388
brandingironmn.com
❖Bunge Construction Inc.
1105 St. Paul St. NW
507-251-7952
❖C&G Properties
Preston
507-765-3823
Casey’s General Store
875 Hwy. 52 N
507-509-0740
caseys.com
CenturyLink
888-723-8010
❖Cheryl’s Fabric Garden
108 Coffee St. E, Lanesboro
507-467-4466
cherylsfabricgarden.com
❖Christ Lutheran Church
509 Kansas St. NW
507-765-2161
christlutheranpreston.org
❖City of Preston-City Hall
210 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2153
prestonmn.org
❖Corson Law Office
117 St. Paul St. SW
507-765-2121
corsonlaw.com
❖Cottage House Inn
209 Parkway Ave. N
Lanesboro
507-467-2577
cottagehouseinn.com
Counters, Floors & More
129 St. Paul St. SW
507-272-3624
Country Trails Inn & Suites
809 Hwy. 52 N
507-765-2533
countrytrailsinn.com
❖County Fair Campground
413 Fillmore St. E
507-765-2370
fillmorecountyfair.com
Croell, Inc.
720 Hwy 52 E
507-765-2110
www.prestonmnchamber.com
Curt’s Sport Shop
636 Fillmore St. E
507-884-5625
❖Eagle Bluff Environmental
Learning Center
28097 Goodview Dr.
Lanesboro
507-467-2437
eaglebluffmn.org
EZ Fabricating, Inc.
730 HWY 52
507-867-1635
❖F&M Community Bank, N.A.
100 St. Anthony St. N
507-765-3823
fmcommunity.com
❖F&M Insurance Services
100 St. Anthony St. N
507-765-3387
fmcommunity.com
Family Dollar
710 Hwy. 52 N
507-481-2002
❖Family Hair Center
129 Fillmore St. W
507-765-4591
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❖Farm Charm
35 1st St. NW, Harmony
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FarmCharm19.com
Fastenal
403 Farmers St. NW
507-765-5456
Fillmore Central Elementary
702 Chatfield St NW
507-765-3809
❖Fillmore County Ag Society
Fillmore County Fair
fillmorecountyfair.com
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Fillmore County Airport
24073 224th St.
507-765-3854
Fillmore County Courthouse
101 Fillmore St. E
507-765-4566
❖Fillmore County DAC
108 Park Lane SE
507-765-3378
fillmorecountydac.com
❖Fillmore County DFL
137 Fillmore St .N
fillmorecountydfl.com
❖Fillmore County Journal
136 St. Anthony St. S
507-765-2151
fillmorecountyjournal.com
Fillmore County Office Building
902 Houston St. NW
507-765-2175
Fillmore County Resource
Recovery Center
727 Hwy. 52 E
507-765-4704
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Dept.
901 Houston St. NW
507-765-3874
Fillmore County SWCD
900 Washington St. NW
507-765-3878
First Baptist Church
108 Chatfield Ave. NW
507-765-4960
❖Fit Express
133 St. Paul St. SW
507-765-5351
fitexpressllc.com
Forestville/Mystery Cave
State Park
21071 County Rd 118
507-352-5111
Gehling Auction Co. &
Matt Gehling Realty
27741 State Hwy 16
507-765-2131
❖Good Earth Village
25303 Old Town Dr
Spring Valley
507-346-2494
goodearthvillage.org
Good Samaritan Society
Homecare
200 St. Paul St. SW
507-765-2700
❖Green Dot Produce Plus
525 N. Section Ave.
Spring Valley
(507) 951-6248
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❖Gregory Davids Financial
Services
201 Fillmore St. W
507-765-4795
H&R Block – Preston
125 St. Paul St.
507-765-3696
Haakenson Electric
Preston
507-251-5535
Hanson’s Horse Ranch
21745 US 52
507-272-3571
Healing Tree Counseling
Services
124 Main St SE Suite #2
507-421-0733
Hidden Valley Campground
29596 Ideal Drive
❖Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home
157 Fillmore St W
507-765-3813
hindtfuneralhomes.com
❖Historic Forestville
21899 Co Rd 118
507-765-2785
mnhs.org/forestville
❖Hoffmann Stables
& Tack Shop
23283 US 52
507-765-2250
hoffmannstables.com
Hy-Vee HealthMarket
Rx Pharmacy
136 Main St. SW
507-765-2156
❖JuliaClaire Consignment
and Variety
152 Main St SE
507-765-2399
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❖Karst Brewing
315 1st St., Fountain
(612) 747-6367
karstbrewed.com
❖Kelly Printing & Signs
21142 Hwy. 52
507-765-9805
kellyprintingandsigns.com
❖KFIL Radio
300 St. Paul St. SW
507-765-3856
kfilradio.com
❖Kinneberg Lawn Service LLC
Preston
507-421-0245
kinneberglawn.com
❖Ladd K9
24280 County 14
507-951-7398
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Lisa’s Klip and Kurl
206 St. Paul St. SW
507-765-5430
❖Luhmann Law
209 St. Paul St. SW
507-765-3862
luhmannlaw.com
Main Street Laundromat
213 Main St. SE
507-272-3624
❖Main Street Properties
113 St. Paul St. NW
❖Major & Company
Accounting and Tax
141 Fillmore St W
507-765-4444
majortax.com
❖Maple Leaf Services
100 Main St. SE
507-765-2107
mapleleafservices.org
Maple Springs Campground
21606 County 118
507-352-2056
❖McCabe Repairs
23012 Ivy Road
507-765-2404
❖Mediacom
855-224-2253
Mediacomcable.com
❖MiBroadband
35 1st Ave. NE, Harmony
507-886-2525
Mibroadband.com
MiEnergy Cooperative
702 Industrial Dr. Preston
507-864-7783
Minnesota Energy Resources
800-889-9508
844-889-3400
❖Minnesota Land
& Liberty Coalition
235 E 6th St. Suite 500,
St. Paul
612-965-1291
landandlibertycoalition.com
Minnesota State Veterans
Cemetery
715 Hwy. 52
507-765-7320
❖Monster Bash
150 1st St NW
Harmony
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Facebook!
❖Morem Electric
715 Main Ave. N
Harmony
507-886-4541
❖NAPA/Root River Hardware
613 Spring Ave. NW
507-765-2101
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❖Old Barn Resort &
Rivers Bend Golf Course
24461 Heron Rd.
507-467-2512
barnresort.com
Olmsted Medical Center
405 Kansas St. NW
507-765-5324
❖Pamela Ristau, CPA
209 St. Anthony St. S
507-765-2180
pamristaucpa.com
❖Park Lane Estates
111 Park Lane SE
507-765-9986
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❖Park View Guest House
202 Park St. SE
507-251-9689
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Pine Tree Apple Orchard
1201 St Paul St NW
507-765-2408
Pioneer Abstract & Title
121 St. Paul St. SW
❖POET
701 N Industrial Dr.
507-765-4548
poet.com/preston
❖Preston Area
Arts Council
PO Box 317
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❖Preston Area Community
Foundation
PO Box 467
507-765-3823
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Preston DMV
201 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2281
Preston Dairy & Farm Supply
27743 State Hwy 16
507-765-4959
❖Preston Economic
Development Authority
210 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2153
prestonmn.org
Preston Equipment Co.
21144 Hwy. 52
507-765-3803
Preston Eye Clinic
108 St. Anthony St. S
507-765-3839
Preston Emergency Services
210 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2153 (Day)
Emergency 911
Preston Fire Department
210 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2153 (Day)
Emergency 911
❖Preston Floral + Gift
235 St. Paul St. SW
507-765-2214
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❖Preston Foods &
Rod N’ Reel Coffee Co.
105 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2465
myprestonfoods.com
❖Preston Golf Course
27486 State Hwy. 16
507-765-4485
prestongolfcourse.com
❖Preston Historical Society
PO Box 138
507-273-1481
prestonmnhistory.com
❖Preston Lions Club
Preston, 507-272-4865
❖Preston Liquor Store
811 Hwy. 52 N
507-765-2565
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Preston Masonic Lodge
116 Main St. SW
Preston Police Department
210 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2153 (Day)
Emergency (911)
❖Preston Pop-Up Market
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Preston Post Office
212 Pleasant St. NE
507-765-3334
❖Preston Protein Products
220 St. Paul St. SW
507-765-3831
prestonprotein.com
❖Preston Public Library
101 St. Paul St. NW
507-765-4511
Preston.lib.mn.us
Preston Public Pool
200 Park St SE
507-765-5408
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❖Preston Public Utilities
210 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2491
prestonmn.org
❖Preston Service Plus
608 Houston St. NW
507-765-3846
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❖Preston United
Methodist Church
212 St. Anthony St. N
507-765-2503
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❖Preston Visitor Center
813 Hwy. 52 N
507-765-2100
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❖Re/Max –Roxanne Johnson
25 Center St. W, Harmony
507-886-4221
semnrealestate.com
Ristau Farm Service
740 Bluff Country Ct.
507-765-3873
❖Root River 102
102 Coffee St. W., Lanesboro
507.475.8804
rootriver102.com
❖Root River Hardwoods
1300 Energy Dr. N
507-765-2284
rootriverhardwoods.com
❖Root River Veterinary
Center
212 St. Anthony St. S
507-765-2117
rootrivervetcenter.com
❖Rustad Office Building
201 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2281
❖S&A Petroleum/
Preston BP Motor Mart
209 Kansas St. NW
507-765-3330
sapetroleum.net
❖S&S Sanitation
Preston, 507-251-6431
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FRIENDLY COMMUNITY!
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❖SAC Towing & Recovery
27678 230th St.
507-765-4934
sac-towingrecovery.com
❖Sally’s Hair to Dye For
100 Main St. SW
507-765-4773
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❖Sandy’s Hair Affair
201 Fillmore St. W
507-765-2253
❖Scheevel and Sons,Inc.
17057 Kind Rd.
507-765-4756
Schroeder Drywall
Preston
507-765-3648
❖Semcac - Preston
Food Shelf
515 Washington St. NW
507-765-2761
semcac.org
Serenity Hills
21630 Hwy. 52
507-251-1760
Serenity Family Chiropractic
113 Fillmore St. W
507-564-2116
Serio Farms
18299 Lonesome Rd.
507-458-8133
❖Southern Minnesota
Municipal Power Agency
Rochester
507-285-0478
smmpa.com
❖St. Columban’s
Catholic Church
408 Preston St. NW
507-765-3886
holyfamilyfillmoreco.org
❖St. John’s Lutheran Church
241 S Line St. Wykoff MN
www.stjohns-wykoff.org
❖Stone Mill Hotel & Suites
100 E Beacon St, Lanesboro
507-467-8663
Stonemillsuites.com
❖Studio316 Dance
301 St. Paul St. SW
507-509-0037
Studio316mn.com
Swartzentruber Construction
Preston MN
507-272-9573
❖Sweet Stop &
Sandwich Shoppe
110 St. Anthony St. S
507-765-9956
thesweetstop.net
❖Terri’s Tender Lovin’ Stitches
129 St. Paul St. SW
507-765-3766
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The Brick House
Downtown Preston
319-240-9379
❖The Club - Bar &
Veterans Organization
217 St. Paul St. SE
507-765-2205
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TheDogLdy
104 Main St. SW
507-358-8844
The Driftless Fly Fishing
Company & Driftless Kayak
208 St. Paul St. SW
507-765-4915
❖The JailHouse Inn
109 Houston St. NW
507-765-2181
jailhouseinn.com
❖The Preston Storehouse
144 Main St. SW
612-360-3354
prestonstorehouse.com
❖Thrifty Threads
108 Park Lane SE
507-765-4707
fillmorecountydac.com
TNT Lawn Service
129 St. Paul St. SW
507-429-6755
Traditions of Preston
515 Washington St. NW
507-765-3837
Trailhead Inn
112 Center St. NE
507-765-2460
❖Trailside Holsteins
24962 Jade Rd, Fountain
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❖Tri-State Commercial
Roofing
PO Box 461, Harmony
507-322-7773
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❖Trout City Brewing
132 St. Anthony St. S
404-307-3788
Troutcitybrewing.com
Trout City Gallery & Gifts
104 Main St. SW
507-319-7183
TW Haulers, Inc.
309 St. Paul St. W
507-251-5033
❖Urban Artifacts
117 Fillmore St. W
507-202-6996
urbanartifactspreston.com
Valleyview Campground
23750 US-52
507-272-3471
❖Watson Creek Cemetery
Association
23026 County 11
847-736-0489
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Wayne Frank Electric
Preston
507-765-2138
❖Workforce Development Inc.
100 Main St. SE #2
507-765-2476
workforcedevelopmentinc.org
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