Back to Nature
From Itineraries Midwest Summer 2010 Issue.
This sample itinerary is best spring through fall.
10:45 – 11:30 pm
Arrive in Lake City, the birthplace of waterskiing. Visit the Chamber of Commerce to say hello and get a close-up view of the local Lake Pepin fish in their large aquarium. Their small town hospitality makes your group feel right at home.
11:30 – 1:00 pm
Soak up the views of Lake Pepin and enjoy some bird watching as you stroll along the Riverwalk or by Marina point, with its nearly 360 degree vistas! An option for lunch is the Chickadee Cottage Café; as cute as it is delicious!
1 – 2:30 pm
Ready to get out on the water? Enjoy a ride on the Pearl of the Lake, a modern day replica of the grand riverboats that traveled on the Mississippi River in the 1800’s. The name of this riverboat depicts the significance of Lake Pepin; with its history of the fresh water pearl button industry that once thrived in this area.
2:30 – 4:00 pm
Stretch your legs as you stroll the downtown area. You’ll find specialty shops, boutiques and galleries with a wide range of unique products and local goods.
4 – 5:00 pm
A bit south of downtown is Pepin Heights Orchard, where you can buy apples, gifts, and try tasty samples of your favorite apple varieties. As well as hot apple pie and fresh, hand-dipped caramel apples. A perfect treat for the ride home!
For more information or to customize this sample itinerary for your group please contact your tour operator or Pearl of the Lake Paddleboat, 651-345-5188 &
Lake City Chamber of Commerce, 800-369-4123.
