In the small town of Red Wing Minnesota you will find this spectacular drive and outlook from Memorial Park. You can spend a few minutes or a few hours enjoying this free and scenic park.
Take this day trip from the Twin Cities to see the bluffs. If you are willing to drive a bit further, the town of Winona is another gorgeous bluff side town. Other fantastic day trips from the cities include Stillwater and Taylors Falls.
This park is located in close proximity to Main Street. It is up a steep and windy hill. However, the drive is quite short, and when you arrive there is plenty of free parking.
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Road Trip Gear
I do not have that neck pillow attachment yet, but this would insure for comfort while sleeping on road trips.
Portable Cooler
Trash Can
Neck Support
First Aid Kit
Thing you will see on the Spectacular Drive and Outlook from Memorial Park
When we arrived we took the first spot to park off the one way road. There was a concrete picnic bench, and hawks flying above us.
This park has multiple grills, picnic tables, 4.4 mile loop trail, and a 9 hole Frisbee golf course.
Hawk 
Cement Bench 
History 
Entrance 
Stone Structure
Outlook
This park offers views of the town, Mississippi River, and Lake Pepin.
Many people were sitting on the concrete edge to overlook the town of Red Wing. We other thing to see before the day was done. Therefore, we enjoyed for a short while and moved on. However, we will be back to explore the trails and will report back with more photos.
Gear for the Perfect day in Memorial Park
The perfect way to enjoy this park would be packing a picnic, a good book, and and some comfortable walking shoes to walk the moderately rated hiking trails.
Trail Shoe
Men’s Shoe
Sun and Water Proof E Reader
Picnic Set
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very beautiful indeed! I would totally love to make it as well. Nice photos too, you two look so happy
That is a nice view. No wonder many people were sitting there enjoying the view of the town. I think I would do that, too!
Seems so nice and peaceful, id love to visit some day! Keep up the good work!
The views are spectacular! Are the parks look super nice for a day trip. Loved it!
What a wonderful view!!!
I’m sure you made the most of your day out with that sunny weather and crisp air.
Parks are always incredible places to explore where you can find beauty and relaxation.
Summer time is upon us and our lockdowns are being lifted. Can’t wait to get outside again! Thank you for sharing.
I love visiting parks. Especially when the weather is nice and the butterflies are about. Bonus if it’s good enough to sit and eat a picnic.
What an amazing view! I love being close to nature and this park is the perfect invitation for a hike and a yummy picnic on a sunny day. Great pictures!