A T T R A C T I O N S

Effigy Mounds National Monument

Before Europeans arrived, a unique American Indian “Effigy Mound” culture developed in the upper Midwest building thousands of earthen mounds in the shape of animals across the landscape. Today, over two-hundred mounds are preserved intact here; thirty-one are effigies in the shape of bears and birds found along hiking trails offering magnificent views of the Mississippi River.

Fort Crawford Museum

Fort Crawford Museum is operated by the non-profit Prairie du Chien Historical Society. The museum boasts more than 50 exhibits in 3 buildings, which reflect the historical society's mission to tell the story of Prairie du Chien with emphasis on Fort Crawford, especially the amazing story of Dr. William Beaumont.

Villa Louis Historic Site

Cross the threshold into the elegant front hall of the Villa Louis mansion and step inside the world of upper class Victorian America. The vibrant hues and rich textures that surround you speak of one family's rise to wealth and leisure living — the rewards of decades of crafty frontier entrepreneurship.

Wyalusing State Park
The Wisconsin Ridge Campground overlooks the Mississippi and Wisconsin rivers 500 feet below. Scarlet tanagers and wild turkeys are among the more than 100 bird species spotted on one-day field trips. 13342 Cty. Hwy. C, Bagley 53801. (608) 996-2261.

Other websites that can provide information to enhance your visit to Prairie du Chien:

Prairie du Chien Area Chamber of Commerce

Prairie du Chien Downtown Revitalization, Inc.

Crawford County Tourism