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“Riverboat Tours”
The La Crosse Queen is a modern-day replica of the grand river boats that plied the Mississippi River in the late 19th Century. Cruising out of LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN, she is one of the few authentic Mississippi River paddlewheel river boats still in operation in the United States today. In keeping with early traditions, she was built with sternwheels that are her only means of propulsion. The La Crosse Queen has a split sternwheel and each is run by a twin diesel engine that powers hydraulic motors which turn the paddles. This is in contrast to most Mississippi River paddlewheelers in operation today that have a "free wheeling" paddlewheel at the stern of the boat for visual effect, but have traditional screw-type engines hidden for their real means of propulsion.
Relaxing, well organized, informative, and comfortable ninety minute excursion on the Mississippi River Read more
A fun experience for spending time on the water! I definitely recommend getting here EARLY as it's first come first serve on seating (you'll want a seat upstairs, in the shade, and nearest the... Read more
loved thecuise. was a super sunny day. great day. super knowledgeable staff that could answer all questions Read more
La Crosse Queen Cruises
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- Sun, Sat: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Mon - Fri: 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
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