Plain offers three distinct sides: religious architecture, community recreation, and a landscape between valleys and steep slopes. This mix is useful when planning your trip because the activities appeal to different interests. St. Luke’s brings together architectural and interior features with the route of the Stations of the Cross; the park and swimming pool offer other recreational options, while snowmobile trails are specifically a winter activity. This lets you decide in advance whether religious sites, outdoor recreation, or local food traditions will be the deciding factor for you.
Church Art and Religious Sites
St. Luke’s Catholic Church was built in 1939 from Lannon stone in the Romanesque style. Its interior features Italian marble and cathedral stained-glass windows. The year of construction, material, and style offer a specific way to appreciate the building’s architecture; the named interior details add other materials and design elements to this picture. The distinction between construction and furnishings makes the church a multifaceted subject for anyone interested in religious architecture.
The Stations of the Cross lead from the grounds of St. Luke’s Catholic Church through the cemetery and along a winding path to St. Anne’s Shrine and Grotto. The route is therefore clearly defined, with a starting point, an intermediate section, and a destination. St. Anne’s Chapel is another religious landmark: it was built on the highest hill in the area and named after St. Anne. The two points of interest are distinct: the Stations emphasize the route through the cemetery, while the chapel is notable for its location on the highest hill.
Landscape and Seasonal Recreation
Plain lies between valleys and steep slopes. In winter, there are many snowmobile trails for exploring Sauk County. Snowmobiling is therefore an explicitly seasonal focus for planning recreational activities. Trail conditions and access may vary, so check current advisories before planning a trip.
Plain Municipal Park includes a playground, tennis courts, a basketball court, and a baseball field. The facilities range from play areas to several sports courts and fields. Park amenities may change, so check current information if a particular facility is important for your visit. Plain Municipal Swimming Pool also includes a wading pool for more cautious swimmers. If you plan to visit the pool, check in advance whether it is open.
Cheese and Local Traditions
The Cheese Maker is located in downtown Plain and offers more than 75 varieties of cheese. The selection and business operations may change. Another local food tradition is St. Luke’s Fish Fry: the church is known for Fish Fries every Friday in late fall and winter, serving more than 1,200 people. The selection in the town center and the seasonal event offer different ways to explore local food traditions. Since event dates may change, check the current schedule when planning a trip around one of these events.
Discover more destinations: Prairie Du Sac, Baraboo, Reedsburg, Spring Green.
For the regional travel overview: Sauk County.
