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Austin & Mower County, MN

Known for award-winning BBQ sauces, food challenges, French Onion Soup, Raspberry French Toast, Super Spuds, Bloody Mary’s, Caramel Bars, and MORE! With nearly 60 restaurants, there is something for everyone. Whether it’s fine dining, fast food, or take-out, the local tastes of Austin will keep you coming back for more. To learn more go to www.AustinMN.com/taste/

Shirley Theel Memorial Park Path was provided by the Austin Zontas and is located in southwest quadrant of the city. The path is .5 miles in length.

Cedar River Bike Trail leaves Mill Pond Path and follows the scenic Cedar River, winding through Driesner Park and ending at the Bandshell Community Park/Skinner’s Hill. It is 2.1 miles in length.

Mill Pond Path a bike/walking trail which circles the beautiful Mill Pond, is located on North Main Street and is .88 miles in length.Todd Park Bike Trail is 2.4 miles in length and leaves from the Mill Pond Path. The trail then heads east along 8th Avenue NE and continues north on a shady pathway to Todd Park.

East Side Lake Bike Trail advances off the Mill Pond Path and fol-lows 8th Avenue NE to East Side Lake. The trail then continues around the lake and follows Oakland Avenue to Driesner Park where it connects to the Cedar River Trail.

Wildwood Park Trail is 1.25 miles in length and proceeds from Todd Park following a scenic shaded trail behind the Hormel Corporate Office over Wolf Creek and ends at Wildwood Park.

Jay C. Hormel Nature Center1304 21st St NE507-437-7519 / www.hormelnaturecenter.orgThis 518-acre center features hardwoods, pine forest, restored prairie, Dobbins Creek and ponds, a three-story observation tower, ten miles of hiking, cross-country ski and snowshoeing trails, and a one-third mile paved trail that is handicapped accessible. The new, expanded Interpretive Center houses interactive exhibits, classroom spaces, a separate children’s discovery area, two red-tailed hawks, a barn owl, and other critters. The staff offer many programs that include wildflower and bird hikes, cider pressing, maple syruping, monarch tagging, hawk and bird talks, bird banding, beekeeping and honey making, and more.

Lake Louise State Park12385 766th Ave, Mower County Rd 14, LeRoy507-324-5249 / www.dnr.state.mn.us1,168-acre park that contains two spring-fed streams forming the headwaters of the Upper Iowa River. Enjoy hiking, horseback riding, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and interpretive trails. Features wildflowers, picnic shelters, recreation vehicle dumping station, horse campground, regular campground, sandy swimming beach, and carry-in boat or canoe access. The park is noted as being the oldest recreational site in Minnesota.

Spruce Up, Austin Tree TrekEast Side Lake at the intersection of 5th Ave NE and Oakland Pl NEwww.spruceupaustin.org/tree-trekThis half-mile Tree Trek features 75 trees and spruce recommended for Minnesota, each one identified with a marker that provides additional information.

RESTAURANTS IN AUSTIN, MN

WALKING PATHS AND BIKE TRAILS

Austin Area Arts Center300 North Main Stwww.austinareaarts.org507-434-0934

Austin Dog Park500 block of 2nd St SE

Austin Public Library323 4th Ave NEwww.austinpubliclibrary.org507-433-2391

Discover Austin, MN301 North Mainwww.AustinMN.com507-437-4563

Hormel Historic Home208 4th Ave NWwww.hormelhistorichome.org507-433-4243

Jay C. Hormel Nature Center1304 21st St NE, I-90 exit 180Bwww.hormelnaturecenter.org507-437-7519

Marcusen Baseball8th Ave SE & South Main Stwww.marcusenpark.com

Mower County Fair Grounds12th St SW, between 4th & 6th Avewww.mowercountyfair.com507-433-1868

Mower County Historical Society1303 6th Ave SWwww.mowercountyhistory.org507-437-6082

Mower County Senior Citizens Center400 3rd Ave NE507-433-2370

Municipal Pool600 Main St N

Packer Arena601 7th St NE507-433-1881

Paramount Theatre125 4th Ave NEwww.austinareaarts.org507-434-0934

Riverside Arena501 2nd Ave NE507-437-7676

Riverland Baseball Complex1200 8th Ave NW

Spam Museum 101 3rd Ave NEwww.spam.com/museum507-437-5100

East Side Lake GazeboOakland PL NE

Todd Park North Complex2400 11th St NESouth Complex1300 21st Ave NE

POINTS OF INTEREST

BIKE SHOPRydjor Bike Shop219 North Main Stwww.rydjor.com507-433-7571

Rydjor Bike Shop is an out-standing bike shop located in downtown Austin. They take care of equipment needs, repairs, offer friendly advice and supply maps. They also showcase a bike museum detailing the history of biking. Each of the 80 +bikes has its own story, beginning with the 1868 Boneshaker and one of the late actor Robin Williams’ bikes. View the evolution of bicycles to the most current styles.

Welcome to Austin, Minnesota located within Mower County - home to amazing

bike trails and opportunities!

Austin has been recognized by the League of American Bicyclists with an Honorable Mention for being a Bike Friendly Community. Our more than 13 miles of well-marked, surfaced trails will connect you with many locations throughout the city, making it easy to visit our wonderful attractions or enjoy a delicious bite to eat at one of our many dining spots, all while allowing you to experience the special joy that biking brings. You can explore the extensive park system – 28 of them comprising over 1,000 acres that include paths around and between the Mill Pond and East Side Lake. If you are looking for longer rides, the city of Austin paths now link up with the Shooting Star Trail, opening up more than 40 more miles through wildflowers and surrounding countryside. The Schindler Way trail provides an off-road, “mountain bike” experience that is perfect for beginners or bikers just looking to enjoy nature close up and personal. We hope you Discover Austin, MN soon!

This map is brought to you in partnership by the Austin Daily Herald, City of Austin,

Prairie Visions, Southern Minnesota Bicycling, Bike Austin, Mower County, Discover Austin,

Minnesota and Freeborn-Mower Electric Coop.

301 N. Main Street, Suite 101, Austin, MN 55912507-437-4563

visitor@austincvb.com

TrailheadCedar Side 0.86 miEnergy CircuitLoop 1.27 miNorth Loop 0.65 miPaved Bike TrailPrairie 0.72 miRidge 0.74 miSouth Way 0.96 miEasierDifficultRide Direction

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Prairie 0.72 mi

Ridge 0.74 mi

North Loop0.65 mi

South Way0.96 mi

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AmericInn Lodge and Suites1700 8th St NW, Austin, MN(Exit 178A)www.americinn.com507-437-7337

Cobblestone Hotels and Suites1000 16th Ave NW, Austin, MN(Exit 178A)www.staycobblestone.com/mn /austin507-433-9797

Days Inn700 16th Ave NW, Austin, MN(Exit 178A)www.daysinnaustin.com507-433-8600

Red Carpet Inn3303 W Oakland Ave, Austin, MN(Exit 175)www.stayhihotels.com507-437-7774

Holiday Inn and Conference Center1701 4th St NW, Austin, MN(Exit 178A)www.hiaustin.com507-433-1000

Rodeway Inn and Suites805 21st St NE, Austin, MN(Exit 180B)www.rodewayinn.com507-433-9254

Sterling Motel1507 Oakland Ave W, Austin, MN(Exit 177)507-433-1858

Super 81401 14th St NW, Austin, MN(Exit 177)www.Super8.com507-433-1801

Sweets Hotel128 W Main St, LeRoy, MNwww.sweetshotel.com507-324-9546

Adventure Bound Camp at Beaver Trails21943 630th Ave, Austin, MN507-607-0620www.abcamping.com

Austin KOA84259 County Road 46Hayward, MN 56043507-373-5170www.koa.com

Brookside Campground52482 320th St, Blooming Prairie, MN507-583-2979www.campatbrookside.com

Lake Louise State Park12385 766th Ave, Le Roy, MN507-352-5111www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/lake_louise

Oakwoods Trails Campground23614 890th Ave, Austin, MN507-437-6165www.Oakwoodstrails.com

River Bend Campground13380 State Hwy 105, Austin, MN507-325-4637

The Elam House - Frank Lloyd Wright Home309 21st St SW, Austin, MN507-438-9503www.theelamhouse.com

Jessie’s House27030 Hwy 56, Brownsdale, MN507-396-4705www.jessiesguesthouse.com

Jim’s Farm House27241 Hwy 56, Brownsdale, MN507-396-4705

Josie’s House27084 Hwy 56, Brownsdale, MN507-396-4705www.josiesguesthouse.com

Rose Pedaler Log Cabin16931 Hwy 56, Rose Creek, MN507-434-0500www.rosepedaler.com

GUEST HOUSE

CAMPING

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Dr. Dick Schindler had a vision, and it revolved around biking. An outdoor enthusiast for most of his life, his many activities included running, biking, canoeing, and skiing. In 2014, he envisioned Austin with a high school cycling team, and single handedly launched the team in their inaugural season. The mountain bike team is community based, formed under the City of Austin Park and Recreation Department. As a composite team, students from Mower County (public, private, and home based) between grade 6 and 12 can participate. In 2014, the Austin team were 9 strong. In 2020, the team topped 32 cyclists. Dedicated riders, parents, and coaches work tirelessly to ensure great team success. Along with support from the community, the result is a winning combination.

Not being endowed with hills and mountains, the idea of trail flowing along the Cedar River would highlight the new venture. As a pillar of the community, Dick’s vision created a ground swell of support, emotion, and imagination to continue his lead. A collaboration with the Hormel Foods Corporation put the plan into action. With the support of loyal residents and local businesses, the Southern Minnesota Bicycling Club developed over 3 miles of single track mountain bike trail for the high school bike team to train and race on. The trail was completed in the fall of 2015 and Austin played host to a race as part of the Minnesota High School Cycling League, with over 600 students from schools across Minnesota. Austin hosted races from 2015 to 2019, and will continue for many more years. Many tireless hours of trail building and maintenance work has continued, and resulted in 5 miles of trail. This complements the many paved City trails and the nearby Shooting Star Trail, bringing bike riding diversity to the area.

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