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News & Updates
Monroe County Tourism Saw Booming Year in 2025
Within Monroe County, WI, tourism generated $170.4 million in economic impact in 2025, contributing to Wisconsin tourism’s booming year
Bike Wisconsin’s First Rails to Trails: A Scenic Ride in the Driftless Region
The Elroy-Sparta State Trail, which opened in 1967, is generally credited as the nation’s first rails-to-trails project, rewriting a…
Monroe County Spring Conference to Highlight Tourism, Entrepreneurship, and Community Growth
The two-day event will bring together regional leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and community organizations to explore ideas and…
From Our Blog
Antiquing in Wisconsin: Charming Small-Town Shops in Monroe County
Antiquing in Wisconsin: Charming Small-Town Shops in Monroe County, Wisconsin’s Driftless Region offers something magical for antique…
Monroe County: The Best Live Music Venues For A Great Midwestern Night Out
Every weekend, rich sounds roll through Wisconsin’s Driftless region, coming from friendly local taverns and warm live music venues.
Top Summer Festivals in Monroe County: A Perfect Wisconsin Weekend Getaway
Whether from Sparta’s Butterfest or from Tomah’s roaring tractor pulls and the classic county fair, Monroe County is impossible to forget.
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