Casinos Near Red Wing, Minnesota

Casinos Near Red Wing, Minnesota

Red Wing is a historic Mississippi River city of about 16,000 people in Goodhue County, known for its pottery heritage, bluff-top scenery, and proximity to some of the most scenic stretches of the Upper Mississippi. For casino visitors, the primary draw is Treasure Island Resort & Casino, located just eight miles north of downtown Red Wing in the community of Welch on the Prairie Island Indian Community reservation.

Resort Amenities

Treasure Island is not a standalone gaming floor — it is a full-scale destination resort that competes with properties far larger than most visitors would expect to find in a rural Mississippi River setting.

The hotel complex includes standard rooms, suites, and themed accommodations. An indoor waterpark with slides and pools operates year-round, making it a genuine family-friendly destination even for non-gaming guests. A bowling center provides another non-gambling entertainment option. The marina on the Mississippi River accommodates seasonal boaters and operates boat rentals during summer months. A large campground with RV and tent sites sits adjacent to the main resort, filling heavily with travelers during warm-weather months.

Dining at Treasure Island includes a buffet restaurant, a steakhouse, casual dining options, and bar service throughout the casino floor. The entertainment calendar is active throughout the year, with concerts in the resort’s event venue drawing regional and national acts.

Island Rewards Loyalty Program

Treasure Island operates the Island Rewards program for repeat visitors. Membership is free and earns points on slot play, table games, and resort spending. Points accumulate toward free play credits, dining discounts, hotel stays, and entertainment tickets. Higher tier members receive enhanced benefits including priority hotel access, dedicated service lines, and special event invitations.

New members can sign up at the players club desk near the main casino entrance. Enrollment takes a few minutes and the card is active immediately, so points accumulate from the first session.

Getting to Treasure Island from Red Wing

The casino’s location makes it easily accessible from Red Wing and the surrounding region. From downtown Red Wing, take US 61 north along the Mississippi River for approximately seven miles, then turn left onto Sturgeon Lake Road. The resort is visible from the road with ample signage. Parking is free and extensive.

From the Twin Cities metro area, the drive to Treasure Island takes approximately 40 to 50 minutes via US 61 south from St. Paul. The route follows the scenic Mississippi River bluffs through Hastings and Red Wing before reaching the casino, making it a pleasant drive in addition to a gaming destination.

Red Wing as a Destination

Red Wing pairs naturally with a casino visit. The historic downtown features the landmark St. James Hotel, the Red Wing Shoe Company factory store, the Sheldon Theatre, and numerous shops and restaurants in a well-preserved 19th-century commercial district. Barn Bluff — a 343-foot sandstone promontory at the edge of downtown — offers hiking with panoramic river views. Frontenac State Park and the Red Wing Pottery manufacturing facility are additional draws.

Visitors can combine a Saturday night at Treasure Island with a Sunday morning in Red Wing’s downtown without retracing any significant portion of the route. The proximity of the casino to the city’s other attractions makes the Red Wing area a strong multi-day destination for visitors coming from the Twin Cities or from Wisconsin via the US 10 or I-94 corridors.

Other Nearby Casinos

Beyond Treasure Island, the nearest casino options from Red Wing are the Prior Lake properties — Mystic Lake Casino Hotel and Little Six Casino — located approximately 45 miles to the northwest via US 61 and US 169. For visitors willing to drive, Mystic Lake offers a significantly larger gaming selection and full resort amenities.