Vernon County was by-passed by the glaciers of long ago, so its' hills are intact to explore and photograph. You will see picture-postcard scenes, panoramic views and wonderful fall color. Follow the Great River Road, enjoy rustic drives on back country lanes, camp in several state parks, ride the Sparta-Elroy Bike Trail, horse ride on the 8500 acre Kickapoo Reserve Land or sample the many wares a
vailable from our Amish Settlements. Visit Wildcat State Park for a nature hike and bird watching, rent a canoe and drift down the crooked Kickapoo River or fish in several grade A trout streams. Children will take pleasure in seeing the animals at the local farms, or maybe purchase a Davy Crockett cap or moccasins from a local craftsman. Perhaps you would like to search for antiques, explore a musuem, visit a converted barn and find out about soap making or learn more about the native peoples of this region - you can find it here. Hunters can seek deer or turkey, golfers can enjoy several local courses, visitors can stay in accomodations ranging from primitive cabins to wonderfully restored Bed & Breakfasts; we think there is something for everyone here in our own special slice of paradise. A few local yearly events include the Snowflake Ski Jumping Tournament, a Syttende Mai festival in Westby, Cesky Den celebration in Hillsboro, 4th of July parades and fireworks, Viola Horse & C**t Show, Wild West Days and the Festival of Lights in Viroqua, Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration in La Farge and much, much more!
