about the area
Maiden Rock, WI
Maiden Rock, WI
Maiden Rock, WI
Nestled between the bluffs and Lake Pepin, Maiden Rock is a unique destination on the Great River Road.
Named after a story about an Indian maiden, this town is rich in history and natural beauty.
Lake Pepin
Maiden Rock, WI
Maiden Rock, WI
Lake Pepin is the largest lake on the Mississippi River. It is a naturally occurring lake formed by the backup of water behind sedimentary deposits of the Chippewa River's delta. It extends from Lock and Dam 3 near Red Wing, MN to LD 4 downstream at Alma, WI. The lake is 21 miles long, averages 1.7 miles wide and covers 29,295 acres. It has a maximum depth of 60 feet and an average depth of 21 feet.
(source: MN DNR)
Things to do
Maiden Rock, WI
Things to do
This beautiful area provides a wide variety of activities. Lake Pepin offers boating, kayaking, fishing and swimming with stunning scenery every season.
Area shops, wineries, restaurants and taverns in Maiden Rock or within a short driving distance are mostly open year round.