A Road Runs Through It, Stoddard WI

Article By: Selena Diggs - 05.05.2025 -- Six miles south of La Crosse along the Mississippi’s Great River Road is the Village of Stoddard in Vernon County. A great example of a “River Town”, Stoddard is well worth stopping for a meal and some shopping. We found a couple of little boutiques, a nice marina, motel, campground, and some wonderful places to eat. Here are a few of the highlights...

The Moonchild Collective. This small but wonderful women`s clothing and accessories boutique is a great place to shop The Moonchild Collective. This small but wonderful women`s clothing and accessories boutique is a great  place to shop...

Gracie’s Hutch is a quaint and unique gift and antique store with wonderful items for sale such as gifts, homemade candles and wax, jars of honey, handmade cards, and soaps...

Water’s Edge Marina & Motel located on the picturesque backwaters of the Mississippi River, the motel,  cabins, camping, vacation home and marina offer many different options to enjoy the river...

Rocky’s Super Club. What would a Wisconsin River town be without a great Supper Club and Rocky’s is one of the best. This multigenerational establishment prides itself in using the freshest ingredients, homemade family recipes that include their famous bleu cheese dressing and sauces...

The Thirsty Turtle also comes highly recommended with great burgers, better than “bar food” sandwiches, and baskets...