Things To Do
LARK Toys
LARK Toys features a hand-carved carousel, mini golf, a toy museum, and sweet treats. About 20 minutes outside of Pepin.
Villa Bellezza Winery & Vineyards
Mediterranean‑style winery offers wine tastings, vineyard views, Italian‑inspired food, and a relaxed spot to enjoy a glass with friends or family. Located right in Pepin1
Township 23 Distillery
A unique field‑to‑glass craft distillery set on a family farm just over the border in Nelson, WI. Stop in for handcrafted spirits, cocktails, and seasonal drinks. About 10 minutes from Pepin.
Sail Pepin
Offers public and private sailboat excursions on Lake Pepin in Pepin, WI, providing scenic views of the lake and surrounding bluffs. Right in Pepin!
The Stone Barn
A rustic farm destination in Nelson, WI featuring wood‑fired thin‑crust pizza, wine, beer, ice cream, and a gift shop set in a restored stone barn on rolling countryside. You can also explore walking trails, visit the goats, and enjoy outdoor games and seating in a scenic rural setting. 20 minutes from Pepin.
The Pickle Factory
A casual lakeside restaurant and bar right on Lake Pepin in Pepin, WI offering American‑style food, drinks, outdoor seating, and a 280‑foot dock for dining with a view. It’s a popular stop for lunch or dinner if you’re exploring the Great River Road or enjoying the waterfront. Located right in Pepin!
Maiden Rock Cidery, Winery & Orchard
A family‑run orchard and tasting room in Stockholm, WI where you can sample small‑batch hard ciders and locally made apple wines, stroll the orchard, and enjoy scenic views near Lake Pepin. 15 minutes from Pepin.
BuckRidge Orchard
A seasonal orchard experience in Millville, MN offering apple picking, wagon rides, a corn maze, petting zoo, kids’ activities, shopping, and more during select weekends in the fall. 35 minutes from Pepin.
Frontenac Hills Orchard
A family‑owned orchard and farm offering seasonal apple picking, scenic views over the bluffs of the Mississippi River, and a relaxed country setting. It’s a great stop in the fall to enjoy fresh fruit, outdoor activities, and classic orchard fun while exploring the Red Wing area. About 45 minutes from Pepin.
Sekapp Orchard
A family‑run farm near Rochester, MN, with pick‑your‑own apples, fresh seasonal produce, and fall fun like pumpkin picking, wagon rides, and corn mazes. Perfect for a classic country outing! About an hour outside of Pepin, but a great fall activity!
The Pepin Heights Store
A family-run orchard in Lake City, MN, offering fresh-picked apples, cider, baked goods, and seasonal treats. About 30 minutes from Pepin.
Nelson Creamery
Nelson Creamery is a charming cheese shop and creamery located in Nelson, Wisconsin, just across the river near Lake City, WI. It’s a popular stop for travelers exploring the Mississippi River region, known for its wide selection of Wisconsin cheeses, deli items, and local products. Many visitors also enjoy its classic creamery offerings like ice cream and other treats. About 10 minutes from Pepin.
Harbor View Cafe
A charming café in Pepin, WI, serving fresh, made-from-scratch meals with beautiful views of Lake Pepin. Located right in Pepin!