Hokah minnesota

Home of Como Falls

Vision Statement

Hokah is an intergenerational Community with strong young families as well as an honored place for Seniors.  Each generation contributes their own strengths and shares their knowledge through gathering places and community-based educational opportunities. All ages work together to create a safe, nurturing, healthy place to live and work.

Hokah's economy includes a diverse, progressive, and innovative agricultural sector which has a strong focus on adding value to our traditional farm base. We capitalize on our renewable and sustainable energy resources. Our economy is green-friendly and offers nature-based recreational and tourism opportunities.  

Equal Employer
Opportunity Statement

The City of Hokah is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, changes in marital status, veterans status, pregnancy, and parenthood.

The City of Hokah provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Questions and complaints about discrimination in any area of the City should be directed to the City Administrator, (507) 894-4990 complaints about discrimination in employment may be referred to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

City Officials

Mayor: James Scholze 894-4472

Council Members:  
Rita Christianson 894-4337
Samantha Mullen 894-4254
Kim Fordahl 894-4014
Jerry Martell 894-4558

Hokah is one of the most unique communities in southeastern Minnesota. Originally an Indian village, it is named after their leader, Chief Wecheschatope Hokah. It is located between Thompson Creek Bluff and the Root River and has become an ideal recreation spot. The area is known for excellent hunting and fishing.

Take a ride down the Root River in a canoe or tube to enjoy the beautiful scenery or, for a different change of pace, try the sand bottom swimming pool. Snowmobile trails are also located in the area. Hokah boasts of four city parks offering shelters, a horseshoe court, ball fields and an ice rink. Plan a picnic, wedding or graduation at Como Falls Park. Located behind the fire station and the swimming pool, it offers a scenic walkway in which to enjoy the beautiful Como Falls.

Hokah is part of the Historic Bluff Country's Scenic Byway, an 88 mile route on the Minnesota Highway 16 between Dexter and La Crescent. Hokah is also located within 10 miles of La Crosse, WI, just 30 miles from Winona and 70 miles from Rochester, MN.

Hokah is part of La Crescent - Hokah district #300. Located at the Hokah Learning Center is Bluff Country Learning Options, offering alternative education to students 16 and up. St. Peter's Catholic Grade School provides for Preschool to grades K-8.

For detailed Hokah Profile visit: http://www.city-data.com/city/Hokah-Minnesota.html

Four churches serve the community.
St. Peter's Catholic Church,
United Methodist Church,
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church and
Community Church of Hokah.

If organizations interest you, Hokah includes:
The American Legion,
American Legion Auxiliary,
St. Peter's Home School Association,
Lions Club,
Hokah Chiefs 4-H Club, and many church organizations.

Take a riding or walking tour of it's many interesting businesses and parks. Come and enjoy Hokah, MN.

History of Hokah PDF

Como Falls Pictures, before and after the flood of August 2007.

City of Hokah Minnesota
102 Main Street
PO BOX 311
Hokah, Minnesota 55941
Phone: 507-894-4990
Fax: 507-894-3777 

Frequently Asked Questions

Longitude: 91° 20' 47" West Latitude: 43° 45' 33" North