- All ages
- 80 minutes
Cruise while the sun descends on the beautiful St. Croix River. Includes a narrated tour of the history and rock formations along the river! Available on select evenings.
Quick Details
Public Tours are offered 7 days a week from May to late October. Select a date to see the times available.
Great way to tour the St. Croix River! Includes a narrated tour of the history and rock formations along the River!
Duration
80 minutes
See our full schedule if no 80-minute trips are available.
About
Since 1906, tourists by the thousands have enjoyed the scenic beauty of the world-famous Dalles of the St. Croix River by excursion boat. Our excursion boats include the Taylors Falls Queen and the Taylors Falls Princess. Both boats are enclosed on the lower level, with an open upper deck.
80-minute daily excursion
On our 80-minute daily excursion, guests can expect a delightful journey along the scenic St. Croix River. You will enjoy breathtaking views of the river’s lush surroundings, fascinating rock formations, and abundant wildlife. As the paddlewheel boat glides smoothly through the water, knowledgeable guides will share captivating stories about the area’s history, geology, and local lore. This relaxing and informative cruise offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and intriguing insights, making it an unforgettable experience for all ages.
What’s included
Your licensed boat pilot and tour guide will highlight the unique rock formations left behind as the glaciers retreated thousands of years ago. Among the most outstanding formations is the huge stone cross for which the St. Croix River was named. “St. Croix” means Holy Cross.
Other sites that can be seen from the boats include the world’s largest glacial kettles or “potholes,” Lion’s Head, Turk’s Head, and the highlight of the boat tour, The Old Man of the Dalles – the most outstanding natural rock face you’ll ever see
What’s not included
Our snack bar will be open for beer, wine, soda, lemonade, charcuterie trays, sandwiches, chips, and candy.
Daily Excursion
80-Minute Tour Pricing for 2025 (Please swipe to the right for 45-minute pricing)
➤Same-Day Pricing:(+booking fee)
- Adult- $35.99
- Senior (62+) – $33.99
- Child (3-15) – $19.99
- 2 and under-no charge
➤Advanced Pricing**:(+booking fee)
- Adult- $30.99
- Senior (62+) – $28.99
- Child (3-15) – $18.49
**Purchase by 11:59 pm CST the day before your excursion to receive the advanced purchase price.
➤ Groups (20 or more):
- Adult- $23.99
- Senior (62+) – $21.99
- Child (3-12) – $13.49
➤ School Groups (Mon-Fri rates-non holidays)
- Student (K-12) – $13.49
- Chaperone/ Parent – $20.99
Daily Excursion
45-Minute Tour Pricing for 2025 (Please swipe to the left for 80-Minute Pricing)
➤ Same Day Pricing:(+booking fee)
- Adult- $32.99
- Senior (62+) – $30.99
- Child (3-15) – $16.99
- 2 and under-no charge
➤ Advanced Pricing**:(+booking fee)
- Adult- $27.99
- Senior (62+) – $25.99
- Child (3-15) – $16.49
**Purchase by 11:59 pm CST the day before your cruise to receive the advanced purchase pricing.
➤ Groups (20 or more):
- Adult- $21.99
- Senior (62+) – $20.99
- Child (3-15) – $13.49
➤ School Groups (Mon-Fri rates-non holidays)
- Student (K-12) – $13.49
- Chaperone/ Parent – $20.99
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No need to print a paper ticket. We scan your ticket on your mobile device or look your reservation up by name.
A light jacket in the spring and fall seasons is recommended.
Cash for the snack bar, while we accept credit cards, sometimes it can be difficult to process credit cards with minimal service out on the river.
We do not allow outside food to be brought onboard, but if you have a personal water bottle you want to bring, that is okay.
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- Our onboard snack bar serves beer, wine, lemonade, soda, coffee, candy, chips, sandwiches, and charcuterie trays.
- Pre-order a River Rock Meal for your group outing or when purchasing your tickets online. River Rock meals included a sandwich, chips, pickles, and cookies. Beverage not included. River Rock Meal can be picked up at the snack bar upon boarding.
- At our River Rock Patio, you can grab a pizza, sandwich, charcuterie tray, ice cream, etc., before boarding the boat.
We do not allow outside food to be brought onboard, but if you have a personal water bottle you want to get, that is okay.
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The Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours are handicap friendly. Both boats are somewhat accessible, depending on a variety of factors. The lower level of the boat is accessible in a semi-limited capacity to most standard-size manual wheelchairs during normal water levels. The restrooms onboard are not handicapped accessible, but there are handicapped stalls in our restrooms next to the ticket window in the brown building. There is no elevator to the 2nd level of the boat. The staff and crew at the Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours are committed to assisting guests with accessibility whenever possible. If you have questions please call our staff and we would be happy to answer your questions regarding the water levels and the type of handicap accessibility that you are looking for. For questions, please call 651-465-6315.
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