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Located
on Hwy 35 DeSoto is named for the Spanish explorer who
discovered the Mississippi River in 1541. During the
Black Hawk War of 1832, heavy fighting took place between
here and the mouth of the Bad Axe River. Many historical
markers detailing local Indian history and the war’s
end can be found along this section of Wisconsin’s
Great River Road.
- DeSoto Pirates are
the State Champions in Division 3 with a 27 and 0
record.
- Newly renovated
boat landing
- New dock
and added parking area
- Come and visit us
for our Fish Fly Days.
- They are
held the 3rd. weekend in
August. This year they will be the 18th,
19th & 20th.
- VFW Steak
Fry’s are held every 3rd.
Saturday at the Community Center on Hwy 35 near
Hwy 82
Just
north of town is Black Hawk Park, an Army Corp. of
Engineers Park, offering riverfront campsites, picnic
areas, a fishing dock, a sandy beach and boat launching
facilities The park is open year-round. Also located in
the park is P&M
Concessions, which
offers bait and boat rental, as well as cold drinks,
snacks and various camping supplies. You can reach them
at 608-648-3488
Area Business’
Pronto Convenience
Store Hwy. 35 & Hwy.82 Open 7 days
Gasoline,
Automotive supplies, Video Rental, cold pop & Beer.
Also ice, groceries, fresh rolls and of course Lottery
Tickets. Hunting and Fishing licenses also available.
(608-648-3711)
J & R Military
Surplus on Hwy.35 and Hwy.82
Sells
new and used U.S, Military Field gear and camouflage
clothing. Including, pants, coats, boots, packs, bags,
and raingear. Also sleeping bags and BDU in lots of
fashion colors. (608-648-2112)
Bluff View Green House
Located
on Hwy.35 near Hwy 82 (608-648-2701) On the beautiful
Mississippi River. IF IT GROWS, WE HAVE IT! Garden
plants, flowers, trees, shrubs, houseplants, seeds,
potting soil, wood chips, and white rock. Also garden
decorations such as Shepard hooks, wooden trellises. Come
visit us for all your planting needs or lawn ornaments.
Open
7 days an week from April thru October.
Desoto Bay Produce
Also
located on Hwy.35 near Hwy.82 (608-648-2701)
Full
line of produce throughout the season (locally grown when
available). Lawn ornaments (cement & wooden).
Fireworks for the young and old. Craxs, M-70 artillery
shells to sparklers and smoke bombs are available. These
are available May 1st. thru Dec. 23rd.
we don’t pack them away after the 4th of
July.
Pumpkins,
12 kinds of squash, DeSoto Orchard Apples, Indian Corn,
Corn Shocks and produce in the fall.
Xmas
Trees (fresh, local cut), gifts, lights, and wrapping
paper.
We
change with the seasons. Open 7 days a week from May 1st.
thru Dec. 23rd.
Kumlin Taxidermy
Located
at 201 Main St. Has been in business since 1985 and has
won several state and local awards. They specialize in
Deer, Turkey and Fish. Darwin won the 1998 judges
choice Wisconsin State Taxidermy Competition.
Phone
(608-648-3696)
Great River Roadhouse
Located on Hwy 35
just north of DeSoto. A place to just set, relax, and
enjoy the beautiful view. Our specialty is delicious
homemade pizza cooked in a stone hearth oven. You have to
try it. We also feature broasted chicken, homemade
sandwiches, pasta and great garlic cheese bread. If
you’re thirsty, try the Imported or domestic beers,
or have a cocktail or cold drink. What ever you’d
like, you can find it here. And great atmosphere besides.
Hours are weekdays 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. for the Bar and
4 p.m.- 10 p.m. for food. Saturday the Bar and food are
available from 12 p.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday the Bar and
food are available from 12 p.m.-8 p.m. Stop by or call.
(608-648-2045)
The Bright Spot Saloon
& Grill – A De Soto Tradition For Over Sixty
Years
The Bright Spot is
located at the foot of the hill at the corner of US
Highway 82 and Mill Park Drive (Old Highway 35). It
is owned and operated by Jim & Andrea Boardman and
family. It opens for breakfast at 6:00 a.m. with a full
breakfast menu. The Bright Spot is also an Elderly
Nutrition Site, so there is always a great lunch
special. Dinner specials change nightly and Friday
night’s All-You Can Eat Fish Fry is a must. The
Bright Spot is also famous for its fresh catfish dinners
when in season. Carry-outs from the complete dinner menu
are available by calling 608-648-3514, until 10:00 p.m.
when Andy closes the kitchen. The tradition of friendship
and fun can still continue on with Jim or one of the gang
in the bar, where someone is sure to share a great story
or a good joke. Stop by and join the Boardman family in
this De Soto tradition.
Carly’s Hilltop
Main St
Party
headquarters for the 21st. century. The party
rolls on. Weekly specials Come in for friendly
conversation and lots of fun (608-648-9575)
River Lounge Main St.
Stop
by for a cool drink and lots of fun. Open early.
Call
(608-648-3543)
Nothin’ Fancy Bar
& Grill Main St.
Under
new management with a new name. Plenty of good food early
and late. Stop by and say hello and have some great food
and cold drink. Call. (608-648-3686)
Triple H Riverview
Motel 121 Crawford St.
Located right in
town. Open year round. We have 5 Cabins for rent. They
offer all the amenities: Air/Heat, TV/Cable, Stove,
Fridge, Microwave, Dishes, Pans, Linens, Towels and
beautiful view of the Mississippi. Only a couple of
blocks to the boat landing and walking distance to the
restaurants and watering holes. Pets are welcome with
your clean up.
All types of hunting locally for deer, turkey, duck etc.
Or just go fishing.
Call
or e-mail for more information:
Local:
608-648-3640
Toll-Free:
1-888-817-3640
E-mail:
hhhp@frontiernet.net
Mississippi Sports
& Recreation
Located
on Hwy 35 E870 Ghelf Rd. (608-648-3630)
We
have Cabins, a Marina, Bait/Tackle & Campground with
Boat Rentals. Our hours vary with the weather. Call or
e-mail Tom at tghelf@aol.com
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