Cover photo by Dana Boler
Get ready to explore the scenic beauty and small-town charm of Historic Bluff Country with the release of the 2025-26 Visit Bluff Country magazine. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip, an overnight stay, or a weekend adventure, this guide is your must-have resource.
Packed with stunning photography, travel inspiration, and fan favorites, the magazine is your companion for discovering Bluff Country’s best-kept secrets, from hiking and biking trails to local breweries, wineries, golf courses and more.
Throughout the summer, I’ll be delving deeper into what makes Bluff Country so special, bringing you a weekly spotlight on the region’s hidden gems and can’t-miss experiences.
This year’s edition highlights: breathtaking visuals of Bluff Country’s natural beauty; curated sections like “Top 8 Hiking Trails,” “100 Miles of Driving Backroads,” “100 Miles of Driving Vistas” and “Top 5 Couples Destinations.” Readers will also find a full calendar of events, trout stream fishing maps, historical society and genealogy directory, and scenic byways. New this year is the Bluff Country car show schedule.
Plus, don’t forget to cast your vote in the Best of the Best in Bluff Country contest. Visit visitbluffcountry.com/thebest to vote and enter to win one of three grand prizes: Lifetime Oracle Sit-On-Top Kayak, Green Mountain Grill, Blackstone Outdoor Griddle.
An event for everyone this week in Historic Bluff Country.
- Syttende Mai Celebration, May 14-18, Spring Grove
- Trout Days, May 16-17, Preston
- SEMBA Spring Bluegrass Festival, May 16-18, Houston
- Root River Triathlon, May 17, Houston
- Spring Valley 100 Bike Race, May 17, Spring Valley
Distributed to more than 1,000 locations across 35 counties in Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin, Visit Bluff Country magazine is dedicated to promoting tourism throughout the scenic Bluff Country.
For festival updates, travel ideas, and recommendations on where to stay, eat, and play, visit us online at www.visitbluffcountry.com.