While lakes in the Mississippi River valley are few and far between, Trempealeau is blessed with several! The Trempealeau Lakes are found by following Fremont Street south from the Mini-Mart on Hwy 35. Directly after crossing the railroad tracks, veer right to visit the lock & dam area, and continue straight ahead to visit the lakes. About 1.5 miles from the railroad crossing, the turn-off for the Lakes area is well-marked.

The Lakes are actually a chain of seven small, picturesque spring-fed lakes which provide great fishing (everything but walleye) and canoeing. There are several boat landings and parking areas as well as a shelter house. The largest lakes include Long Lake which covers 22 acres; Round Lake, 40 acres and Third Lake, 29 acres.

Bait is available at Larry's Landing. Notice that the cabins scattered throughout the area are on stilts due to occasional flooding in the Mississippi bottom land. Canoe Rental from the Trempealeau Hotel.

The dirt road deteriorates past Birch Acres, but it provides convenient walking access to the Upper Mississippi River Wildlife and Fish Refuge bottomlands.