 Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park
Go back in time as costumed guides go about their daily 19th century business at historic Forestville, a pioneer village. Take a naturalist led tour of Mystery Cave, the longest cave in Minnesota, featuring stalactites, stalagmites and underground pools. The State Park offers blue ribbon trout fishing streams, camping and horseback riding trails and horse camping facilities. www.dnr.state.mn.us. 507-352-5111.
Drive along Hwy 16, designated a National Scenic Byway that passes through Preston, one of several scenic river towns along this 88 mile route. Enjoy quaint country charm and breathtaking scenery as you pass impressive limestone bluffs, acres of hardwood forest, and numerous rivers and streams which delight fishermen, birdwatchers, photographers and motorcyclists alike.
The Fillmore County Fair is held annually in July at the fair grounds located in Preston. Some of the highlights include 4-H and open class exhibits, carnival, rodeo and demolition derby grandstand events.
 Root River Fish & Wildlife
The Root River offers trout fishing, as seen on ESPN-TV, Browns, Brookies & rainbows. It's also one of the top 10 trout waters in the midwest by "Outdoor Life Magazine." Preston has some of the finest trout streams in the state. Three fishing platforms provide access to trou fishing in Camp Creek just outside of Preston. Brown Trout are the best suited to the southeast streams. Also, some small southeast tributaries support Wild Brook Trout, while other streams are stocked with Brookies. There are many species of fish inhabiting the river including: Brown, Rainbow and Brook Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Rock Bass, Sunfish, Crappies and Rough Fish. The Root River supports over 40 species of birds. It is quite common to see Blue Herons, Egrets and Wood Ducks moving about the river's edge. Raptors in the area include Red-tailed Hawks, Osprey, Turkey Vultures and Bald Eagles. Hunters love the wooded hilly area as the wooded shores & farm land harbor other animals such as White Tail Deer, Wild Turkey, Pheasants, Partridge, Grouse, Gray Fox, Red Fox, Coyotes, Raccoons, Woodchucks, Squirrels, Weasels, Badgers and rabbits.
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 Preston Farmer's Market
Enjoy purchasing fresh and healthy home grown garden produce and other handmade products from several tri-county and local Amish vendors. Open Fridays 11-5, May-October. Preston Trailhead location near fairgrounds. 2010 Event Schedule: May 7th - Opening Day; June 18th - Progressive Feast Market Theme: Everything Strawberries!; July 9th - Raspberry Day; August 20th - Taste of the Market; September 24th - Customer Appreciation Day; October 22- Last Day (Sales!).
Milwaukee Elevator
This original Milwaukee Elevator Co. grain building is also home to a restored 1939 Milwaukee Road boxcar. Future improvements include a soon to be restored 1953 Milwaukee Road caboose and the reconstruction of additional former elevator building enabling the site to become a grain elevator and transportation interpretive center highlighting rural agriculture and related grain handling at this historic Preston site located next to the bike Trailhead.
 Root River State Bike Trail
This scenic rural trail runs through the heart of bluff country, following the path of the Root River. Enjoy 42 miles of paved trails for biking, hiking, jogging, inline skating and cross country skiing.
Harmony-Preston Valley State Bike Trail
Ride over gentle hills with great views on this 12 mile paved trail between Preston and Harmony. The Root River Trail connects with the Harmony-Preston Trail near the Isinours Forest.
Guided horse trail rides are a wonderful way to explore the scenic countryside of rural Preston. Stone House Trail Rides welcomes all ages, novice or experts to enjoy a memorable western trail riding experience that combines family fun, fresh air and outdoor nature appreciation. 507-765-4446.
 Amish Buggy Byway
The Amish communities near Preston area are frequent users of Hwy 52 between Preston and Prosper. Most of the Amish farmsteads are located off the highway on county roads. Drive carefully as you pass their horse and buggy vehicles which remind us of a bygone era when our ancestors moved through the countryside in the same manner.
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Fillmore County Fair