Get to know Luverne through its trails, cultural attractions and The Lake. The selection ranges from a route around the edge of town to trails of varying lengths and routes. There’s also a Victorian home, a theater with its own architectural history, and activities on the water. For planning your visit, the route details and seasonal tour hours at Hinkly House are especially helpful.
Choose a Trail by Length and Route
The Luverne Loop is 7.4 miles long and runs around the edge of town. It connects points of interest in Luverne and Rock County and offers residents and visitors a place to enjoy nature, relax and get around. There is parking, public restrooms, water, Wi-Fi and a bike repair station at the trailhead. Since facility conditions can change, check whether they are currently available before your visit.
At 1.95 miles, the Ashby Trail is the shortest of the three routes described. It runs through Luverne City Park and then east of Luverne along Rock River Road to Rock County Road 9. The Blue Mounds Hiking and Biking Trail runs 6.0 miles from Main Street in Luverne to Blue Mounds State Park. One section branches off to the top of a 90-foot cliff, offering panoramic views of Luverne.
The trails differ not only in length but also in the destinations described: the Ashby Trail goes through the city park and then along a road; the Blue Mounds Trail leads to the state park and a viewpoint; and the Luverne Loop circles the edge of town. The mileage indicates the length of each route, while the individual routes show what kind of destination is a focus along the way.
Home, Museum and Theater
Hinkly House is a beautifully preserved and professionally restored Victorian-era home. Tours are offered Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. from June through August, or by special appointment. If you’d like to tour the home, plan your visit during those hours or arrange a special appointment. Since the seasonal tour schedule may change, it’s a good idea to check in advance.
The Herreid Military Museum focuses on the stories of Rock County veterans and their service in World War I and World War II. Palace Theatre adds insight into Luverne’s architectural history: architect W.E.E. Greene built the theater in 1915. It was added to the National Register of Historic Sites on November 19, 1978. The construction year and listing date mark two distinct milestones in its history.
The Lake and Other Local Attractions
The Lake, an initiative of the City of Luverne, offers opportunities for fishing and swimming. Its listed facilities include a fishing pier, beach volleyball, a grill area and a large sandy beach. Facility conditions can change, so check before your visit. The Lake is also the site of the annual Fourth of July celebration. If you’re planning your trip around this event, check the dates and program in advance, as details may change.
Redbird Field offers a different focus: the full-size baseball field is the home field of the Redbirds, an amateur team from Luverne. So, in addition to trails, cultural attractions and activities on the water, baseball and the local team are also options to consider. If a game is relevant to your plans, check the current schedule in advance.
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