Cushing

Village of Cushing

Cushing is Big on Small Town Charm

Rolling hills, hardwood trees and open farmland with a healthy dose of friendly, small-town America is what makes the Polk County community of Cushing so special. The community officially numbers about 200 people and is located on Hwy. 87, north of St. Croix Falls.

Residents enjoy fishing and boating with several lakes and rivers, as well as parks, just a short drive away. Several community events throughout the year draw visitors to this area. A popular summer event (3rd weekend in August) is Cushing Fun Days, which features turtle races and the Cushing Adult Soapbox Derby. The derby was started in 2009 and has been a popular attraction ever since. Cushing also has softball tournaments on both Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.

Another featured event is the “River Road & Hwy. 87 Ramble,” a self-guided tour each September that uses the River Road and Hwy. 87 loop from St. Croix Falls to the county line and back. Along the way participants are treated to historical displays, art, food, music and community garage sales.

The River Road is the oldest road in the area. Up until the 1940s it was used as a “tote road” to the white pine logging areas. Along this route you will find places of historic significance such as cemeteries, churches and logging dam sites.

The community of Cushing is on the cusp of further residential development. Factory workers and professionals, including those making the commute to the Twin Cities area for work, are joining farm families in discovering the small town charm of this community.