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  1. Alma was named in commemoration of the Battle of Alma, in the Crimean War. Geography. Alma is located on State Route 35, about 6 miles (9.7 km) east of Wabasha, Minnesota.

  2. Alma. Discover the one-of-a-kind town of Alma on the western Wisconsin border. Follow two of Alma's streets that stretch for seven gorgeous miles along the banks of the Mississippi River and branch off to explore “stairway streets” that climb scenic river bluffs. Visit historical downtown to browse antique shops and art galleries and picnic ...

  3. History of Alma, Wisconsin. Originally known as Twelve Mile Bluff, Alma was named by riverboat pilots for a prominent rock formation located on the bluff which was visible from the mouth of the Chippewa River, twelve miles to the north.

  4. www.wingsoveralma.org › tourist-infoWings Over Alma

    Lock & Dam #4 is located on Mississippi River mile 752.8 in Alma, Wisconsin. Lock & Dam #4 was constructed and placed in operation in May, 1935. Last major rehabilitation completed from 1988 to 1994. The dam consists of a concrete structure 367 feet long with six roller gates and 22 tainter gates. The earth embankment is 5,400 feet long.

  5. Alma, the only local river town to offer lock & dam viewing from our city streets, with 2 area marinas, 4 boat ramps and a 300-foot sand swimming beach on the Mississippi River. Alma's mid-town courtesy dock offers visitors the opportunity to dock and enjoy the city's many attractions.

  6. Alma. Enjoy the early river town atmosphere of the 19th Century in Alma! Perched on a narrow strip of land between the Mississippi River and 500-foot limestone bluffs, this small town is only two streets wide, with 12 unique stairstep streets and a “dugway” to the top of the bluff.

  7. Hikes With Spectacular Views! Alma, Wisconsin offers both aggressive and leisurely hikes. Mossy Hollow is a gentle trail, found off of Cemetery Road, whereas Buena Vista, starting on Second Street, gets steep in parts. Both trails lead to breathtaking views of the Mississippi River Valley.

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