Views from Wyalusing State Park

Prairie du Chien

The southwestern Wisconsin city of Prairie du Chien is the oldest European settlement on the Upper Mississippi River. Experience history up close at the Fort Crawford Museum and Villa Louis and be sure to explore the area’s natural wonders like scenic St. Feriole Island by foot, bike, boat or horseback for what’s sure to be a memorable trip.

Explore the Area

1
Gays Mills Apple Festival 9/25/2026 - 9/27/2026 Gays Mills - 23.93 miles away
2
Driftless Area Art Festival 9/19/2026 - 9/20/2026 Soldiers Grove - 30.6 miles away
3
Snowflake Ski Jumping Tournament - Westby 2/06/2026 - 2/07/2026 Westby - 46.85 miles away
4
La Crosse Skyrockers New Year's Eve Fireworks at the Bluff 12/31/2025 La Crosse - 52.75 miles away
5
Cave & Cocktails 12/04/2025 Blue Mounds - 67.65 miles away
6
Silvesterchlausen 1/10/2026 New Glarus - 77.98 miles away
7
Fleet Feet New Year’s Day Dash 1/01/2026 Middleton - 81.66 miles away
8
Stanley Gospel Carols at MAC 12/20/2025 Monroe - 82.58 miles away

Average Weather

From soaking up the summer sun to hitting the trails after a fresh snowfall, Wisconsin has no shortage of activities for every season. Here's an idea of what the weather in this area is like to help get your planning started!

Summer

High 83° F
Low 61° F

Winter

High 30° F
Low 11° F

Fall

High 60° F
Low 40° F

Spring

High 59° F
Low 48° F

Wisconsin Welcome Center - Prairie du Chien