Do: Winter things to do in Rochester, Minnesota | Snow Tubing at Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch – Stewartville, Minnesota

Winter things to do in Rochester, Minnesota | Snow Tubing at Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch – Stewartville, Minnesota

Winter things to do in Rochester Minnesota Ironwood Springs Ranch

The Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch is located in Stewartville, Minnesota approx. 20 mins. (14mi.) south of Rochester. It is a fun local place for visitors to enjoy activities during the winter months. It is open for snow tubing during January and February (exact dates are listed below). 


Calendar/Hours:

Hours vary week by week during winter months 

Call 507-533-4315 for times date/times.


Cost (prices are subject to change): 

$12 per person (all ages)

$ Discounts for larger groups. $50 deposit required in advance call 507-533-4315 to reserve space


Payment:

Either cash or check. Payment is collected before tubing.


Equipment:

Tubes are provided. Visitors have access to the warming house and towrope.


Pots of hot water are also available to warm up soups, cocoa, and warm clothes. 


Misc: Ironwood is alcohol and tobacco-free. No pets are allowed.


Contact:

Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch

7291 County Road 6 SW

Stewartville, MN 55976

507-533-4315

http://www.ironwoodsprings.com/


Directions:


  • Take Highway 63 South to Interstate 90
  • Go West on I-90 3 miles to the first exit 205 (County Road 6)
  • Turn right and go 2 miles. Look for the Ironwood entrance on the right

Location: Stewartville, MN 55976, USA

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