Prescott is located where the St. Croix River meets the Mississippi River, and is the northernmost Wisconsin city on the Great River Road, Highway 35. American Indians frequented the area; settlers came as early as 1839. Prescott was a major steamboat landing, and along the waterfront is one of the huge steamboat warehouses, now a restaurant.
A number of gift and antique shops are located in 1880s buildings on Main Street. Dining opportunities range from sandwiches and ice cream shops to family restaurants, and fine dining at local supper clubs.
Prescott maintains a boat launch ramp and courtesy dock. Summer fishing and winter ice fishing, boating, including charter services, water skiing, and swimming are activities popular on the rivers. Prescott is an entrance point for 200 miles of Pierce County snowmobile trails. Cross country and downhill skiing are available nearby. Three state parks are within a short distance of Prescott.
The Welcome and Heritage Center in downtown Prescott is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1885, it now houses the Chamber of Commerce office and the Prescott Area Historical Society which maintains historic displays in the building. A self-guided walking tour of historic locations and buildings is available.
Prescott has a current population of 3,764. An industrial park has been established along Highways 35, 29 and 10. Many new housing areas are being developed in the rural area surrounding Prescott.
For additional things to do and see in and around Prescott, see ouritineraries.
For additional information on yearly community events, contact the Prescott Chamber of Commerce at 237 Broad St. N., Prescott, WI 54021; (715) 262-3284; fax (715) 262-5943; e-mail: info@prescottwi.com
For information about the City of Prescott, visit www.prescottwi.org.
