Wisconsin Great River Road (Mississippi River Bluffs)
Hugs the base of soaring 500-foot limestone bluffs along the upper Mississippi River. Delivers sweeping curves paralleling the water, locks and dams, soaring bald eagles, and historic river towns like Alma, Pepin, and Prairie du Chien.
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A world-class, purpose-built motorcycle welcome center marking the northern terminus of VA-16 ('Back of the Dragon' - 32 miles and 438 curves over 3 mountain passes). Exudes celebration and triumph as riders gather on the turf courtyard to compare chicken strips and sip craft pints around fire pits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many curves and miles is Wisconsin Great River Road (Mississippi River Bluffs)? ▼
Wisconsin Great River Road (Mississippi River Bluffs) spans 148 miles and packs approximately 210 curves (1.4 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 630 ft - 1,200 ft and technical rating 5/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Prescott, WI (Latitude 44.7489, Longitude -92.8028) and finishes at Prairie du Chien, WI (Latitude 43.0519, Longitude -91.1414).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.