River Falls is a city located in both Pierce and St. Croix counties with a population of 16,812. This is the home of the University of Wisconsin - River Falls.
Joel Foster and his indentured servant were the area’s first settlers in 1848. By 1854, the brothers Nathaniel N. and Oliver S. Powell from St. Lawrence County in New York started the original village. At this time, it was called Kinnickinnic. People were also referring to the village as Greenwood, but there was already an established Greenwood in Wisconsin, so the name was dropped. The final name of River Falls came from the Kinnickinnic River’s rapids.
People come to River Falls to enjoy the many outdoor activities found here. The Kinnickinnic River attracts kayakers and anglers. The river flows through the downtown district of River Falls. The 41-acre Glen Park is found on the bluffs of the river. The park’s swinging bridge provides you with a beautiful view of the South Fork Rapids. The park also includes a swimming pool, several sports fields, a gazebo, and several miles of trails. Hoffman Park encompasses 53 acres. It features baseball fields, a skate park, a volleyball court, a nine-hole disc golf course, and the Tri-Angels Playground, which is a handicap-accessible playground.
Other activities include catching a movie at Falls Theater. Quality craft beers can be found at Rush River Brewing Company or Swinging Bridge Brewing. The West Wind Supper Club has been a favorite dining destination for locals and visitors since 1981.
Holidays at Blue Ridge - This event in River Falls is held each October through November with wares available from over 20 artisans and local farms.
Annual Apple River Car Show - This event in nearby Somerset is held each August. Enjoy contests, food, cruise-ins, and a swap meet.
Annual Renodis Golf Outing - This event in Hudson, Wisconsin is held each June. Participants can choose between the Scramble or the Stableford Tournament.
Willow River State Park is 12 miles from River Falls. The 2,891 acres encompass both Willow and Little Falls in the 200-foot gorge. Camping, hiking, fishing, boating, and rock climbing are all popular activities in the park.
Interstate State Park - Minnesota is found 47 miles from River Falls, near Taylor Falls in Minnesota. It sits along the Saint Croix River with 10 individual lava flows. Explore the river in a kayak or canoe, or you can take a tour on an excursion boat.
Interstate Park - Wisconsin is only seven miles from River Falls. Here you can enjoy the picturesque Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway and the steep-sided Dalles of the Saint Croix River. You’ll find bedrock glades, lowland forests, and wetlands within the park.
The Mississippi National River and Recreational Area includes over 60 state and national facilities along the Mississippi River. You can explore the area’s history, and enjoy the trails, fish, or canoe.
The Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway is the longest scenic riverway east of the Mississippi. You’ll discover 252 miles of the river and adjacent land that are protected. Popular activities include hiking, biking, boating, and fishing.
Effigy Mounds National Monument near Harpers Ferry in Iowa is sacred land to 20 Native American tribes. The mounds found here were built to resemble bears, birds, bison, deer, turtles, panthers, and more.
Among the nearby campgrounds, you’ll find Lake Elmo Park Reserve in Lake Elmo, Minnesota. This campground is located on a 3.5-square-mile reserve that can be explored on bicycle, foot, or horseback. They have 100 sites for $15 per day or $155 per week.
Saint Croix Bluffs Regional Park is located on 500 acres in Hastings, Minnesota. They have 62 sites with full hookups. Guests enjoy the forests, prairies, and scenic trails. Daily rates range from $15 to $22.
Lebanon Hills Campground in Apple Valley, Minnesota is located on a lakeshore, surrounded by forests. They have 93 sites with full hookups. Daily rates range from $28 to $39.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in River Falls, WI, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in River Falls?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in River Falls from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in River Falls?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.