Nic's Diner

A great ‘Back to the 50’s’ Diner offering hot beef commercials, shakes, malts and homemade pie.

Niawa Star Lodge Resort

Small, secluded resort on environmental lake.
Limited space for camping and cabins available.
Only access to Skunk Lake, with Bass, Northern, Crappies, Sunfish. All Bass fishing Catch and release only. Asphalt launching ramp. Private 7 acre campsite with hookups also available to rent.

Niagara Cave

Embark on a one-hour guided tour of one of the "Top Ten" rated caves in the United States! Explore a stunning 60-foot waterfall, a charming wedding chapel, fascinating stalactites and stalagmites, and a variety of ancient fossils. The cave is set within 10 acres of beautiful picnic grounds, complete with a shelter and a gift shop for all your souvenir needs.

Ney Nature Center

The Ney Nature Center (NNC) is home to 446 acres of all the natural world has to offer – forests, prairie, meadows, bluffs, creeks, and a variety of wildlife. Conveniently located halfway between the Twin Cities and Mankato with access from Hwy 169, the Ney Nature Center has something for everyone!

Our Vision: Inspire appreciation and respect for nature.

Our Mission: The Ney Nature Center manages and protects the Ney Wildlife Preserve through education and interaction with the natural world.

Next Door Bar & Lounge

Great, hand-patted burgers, bacon cheeseburgers, tap beer, pizzas and more. Enjoy a game on the big screens and the eclectic atmosphere.

Next Chapter Winery

Welcome to Next Chapter Winery!

We invite you to savor the moment here on the NCW Patio or in the Red Barn, where the smells of comfort food and the sounds of good music and laughter make you feel at home. Settle in with a wine flight, glass of wine, specialty cocktail, wine float, or beer and make yourself at home. We’re excited to have you!

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Newt's | South

A local tradition since 1980. Menu features 12 different hamburgers to choose from. Quick lunches and a large selection of ice cold imports, microbrews, domestic beer, and a full bar rounds things out. Serving breakfast on the weekends.

Newt's | North

A local tradition since 1980. Menu features 12 different hamburgers to choose from. Quick lunches and a large selection of ice cold imports, microbrews, domestic beer, and a full bar rounds things out. Serving breakfast on the weekends.

Newt's | Downtown

A local tradition since 1980. Menu features 12 different hamburgers to choose from. Quick lunches and a large selection of ice cold imports, microbrews, domestic beer, and a full bar rounds things out. Serving breakfast on the weekends.