HUDSON BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Midday Brunch Afloat: Two Hours on the St. Croix out of Hudson
A relaxed, two-hour Sunday brunch cruise on the St. Croix River with a full hot-and-cold buffet and panoramic waterfront views — this guide lays out what to expect and how to plan.
Midday Brunch Afloat: Two Hours on the St. Croix out of Hudson.
Embark on a two-hour Sunday Brunch Cruise along the scenic St. Croix River, a leisurely midday outing operated by St. Croix River Cruises that pairs panoramic water views with a plentiful hot-and-cold buffet. The vessel offers climate-controlled indoor levels for comfort, a cash bar on board, and a rain-or-shine operating policy that keeps the experience dependable for groups and families.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Scenic St. Croix water views
The cruise traverses the picturesque St. Croix River, offering extended panoramic vistas from the vessel as you glide between Hudson and the river’s reaches.
Plentiful brunch buffet
A full breakfast/lunch buffet features hot and cold items—from French toast bake and scrambled eggs to herb-baked chicken and beef pot roast—plus pastries and coffee served shortly after departure.
Climate-controlled, casual, rain-or-shine
Indoor levels on the vessel are climate controlled for comfort and the cruise operates rain or shine, making it a casual, all-weather midday option.
What the day feels like
What the two hours feel like
This is a relaxed, social mid‑day cruise: guests board in the late morning, the boat departs for a scenic passage along the St. Croix, a plentiful buffet service follows, and the vessel returns to dock after two hours. The combination of steady river scenery and an onboard hot-and-cold spread creates an easygoing brunch atmosphere.
THE RIVER
Scenic St. Croix water views
The cruise traverses the picturesque St. Croix River, offering extended panoramic vistas from the vessel as you glide between Hudson and the river’s reaches.
THE TABLE
Plentiful brunch buffet
A full breakfast/lunch buffet features hot and cold items—from French toast bake and scrambled eggs to herb-baked chicken and beef pot roast—plus pastries and coffee served shortly after departure.
THE COMFORT
Climate-controlled, casual, rain-or-shine
Indoor levels on the vessel are climate controlled for comfort and the cruise operates rain or shine, making it a casual, all-weather midday option.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits — and who might look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Duration is two hours. Boarding is scheduled for 11:15 a.m.; the boat departs at 12:00 p.m. and returns at 2:00 p.m.
The meeting/boarding point is Lake Front Park, 1st Street - Hudson, WI 54016.
There is a cash bar on board; the vessel has climate-controlled indoor levels and the cruise operates rain or shine.
$42 Adults; $32 Child (10 & under); $14 Tots (2 & under).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the brunch cruise?
The cruise runs for two hours.
When do I need to arrive for boarding?
Boarding begins at 11:15 a.m.; the boat departs at 12:00 p.m.
What does the buffet include?
The onboard brunch is a full hot-and-cold buffet including items such as French toast bake, scrambled eggs, herb-baked chicken, beef pot roast, pastries and coffee.
Is there indoor seating and what if it rains?
The vessel’s indoor levels are climate controlled for comfort and the cruise operates rain or shine.
Is there a bar onboard?
Yes — there is a cash bar on board.
Can the operator change the boat assigned to my booking?
Yes. St. Croix River Cruises reserves the right to change the vessel assigned to your booking.