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3C's Coffee Cup Cafe
Cafe and restaurant in Saint Germain, WI.
400 Block
A 1.3-acre downtown park and event plaza featuring an outdoor stage with canopy, interactive water fountain, and winter ice skating rink. Hosts Concerts on the Square, Chalkfest, Harvest Fest, and other community events year-round.
ABR Trails Foundation
Nonprofit cross-country ski touring center on over 1,100 acres along the Montreal River, with 90 kilometers of groomed trails for classic and skate skiing plus 18 km of snowshoe trails. Ranked among the top five ski touring centers in the nation.
Alexander Park
A 2.4-acre neighborhood park near the Wausau Airport with an aviation theme, featuring a vintage AD Corsair II fighter jet, play control tower, playground with slides and zip line, basketball and pickleball courts, and picnic shelters.
Almon Recreation Center
Almon Recreation Center in Rhinelander offers premium recreational services, including fitness classes, sports leagues, and wellness workshops, aimed at community engagement and personal development.
Anglers Choice Guide Service
Professional fishing guide service in Presque Isle covering Vilas, Oneida, and Iron Counties, with 51 years of experience and 2 world records. Guides for walleye, musky, bass, pike, and panfish year-round including ice fishing with heated shacks.
Antigo City Park
Antigo Ice Arena
Antigo Lake Park
Park located in Antigo, Wisconsin.
Arlene's Pottery & Gallery Llc
Pottery studio and art gallery in Boulder Junction, WI.
Art Long Gallery
Art Long is an artist known for both painting and three-dimensional work, including sculpture, with a unique background in taxidermy.
ArtStart
Regional arts and cultural center housed in the historic Federal Building in downtown Rhinelander, featuring two gallery spaces with rotating exhibitions, art classes, kids activities, and community events.
Aurora Lake State Natural Area
State natural area in Sayner, WI, managed by the Wisconsin DNR to protect natural habitat around Aurora Lake.
Awassa Trail
Bach's Wildwood Campground
Wildwood Outdoor Adventures & Campground offers a variety of camping options and outdoor activities for all ages and skill levels.
Bald Mountain Scenic Overlook
Scenic overlook north of Ironwood offering panoramic views of Lake Superior and a 6-mile vista of the Gogebic Range. Accessible via a 0.8-mile interpretive trail with a teepee warming shelter at the summit.
Barron's Brown Mug
Coffee shop in Antigo, WI.
Bass Lake Golf Course
An 18-hole public golf course established in 1926 in Deerbrook, with a par 71 layout at 6,168 yards. The front nine is tightly tree-lined while the hillier back nine wraps around a large lake. Restaurant with Friday fish fry on site.
Bath And Body Creations
Downtown Rhinelander shop offering naturally handcrafted bath and body products including organic soaps, lotions, and body butters, plus a full espresso bar and crystals. Open Monday through Saturday.
Bear River Pow Wow Grounds
Cultural gathering grounds of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians, hosting the annual Bear River Pow Wow each July with traditional and contemporary Native American singing, dancing, and storytelling.
Bearskin Trail
Bearskin Trailhead Park
Northern trailhead of the 21.5-mile Bearskin State Trail, located on the shore of Minocqua Lake in downtown Minocqua. The packed granite trail crosses a 375-foot trestle bridge with views of the lake before heading south to Tomahawk.
Big Bull Falls Blues Fest
Home of the Big Bull Falls Blues Fest, Wisconsin's longest-running blues festival held each August at Fern Island Park, featuring top national and regional blues acts on a scenic riverside stage.
Big Eau Pleine County Park
A 1,450-acre county park on a peninsula in the Big Eau Pleine Reservoir with 106 campsites across two campgrounds, twelve miles of hiking and biking trails, three boat landings, disc golf, and horseback riding.
Big Mounted Fish
Big Sand Lake Golf Course
Historic 9-hole golf course in Phelps designed by Chick Evans and opened in 1925. Plays over 3,085 yards from the back tees with watered tees and greens. Walk-ons welcome, open April through November.
Big Shots Sports Bar and Grille
Family-owned 10-lane bowling center and sports bar in Ironwood with a diverse menu of fresh-baked pizza, burgers, wraps, and Friday fish fry featuring deep-fried haddock. Multiple large screens for watching games.
Big Stone Golf Course
Relaxed 9-hole public golf course designed by Cy Williams and opened in 1940, featuring 2,721 yards of golf with views of Big Stone Lake and abundant wildlife. Clubhouse with full bar and pro shop.
Birch Lake
Birch Trail Resort is a family-owned resort located on a lakefront in the Northwoods, providing clean and cozy cabins along with various recreational activities throughout the year.
Black River Harbor
National Forest recreation area on Lake Superior known for spectacular waterfalls, beaches, and hiking trails. The campground has 38 wooded sites, including five near the lakeshore, plus a boat launch.
Blackjack Springs Wilderness
A 5,800-acre federally designated wilderness area in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, featuring crystal-clear springs, Whispering Lake, and trails including a segment of the North Country National Scenic Trail.
Bluegill Bay County Park
A 68-acre scenic county park on Lake Wausau with a double boat launch, hiking trails, fishing pier, picnic shelters, volleyball courts, playground, and horseshoe pits. Popular with boaters and ice fishermen year-round.
Boulder Lake Campground
Boulder Lake Campground, located in northern Wisconsin, offers individual and group camp sites along the shores of Boulder Lake, making it suitable for family and friend gatherings. The site provides various recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, and swimming.
Brockmeyer Park
25.5-acre park with a baseball diamond, soccer fields, a playground & seasonal outdoor skating rink.
Cabaret Cove
Event venue and banquet hall on the Rhinelander Chain of Lakes hosting a variety of events including live music, pig roasts, murder mystery dinners, weddings, and private parties.
Campanile Center for the Arts
Year-round performing arts center housed in a restored historic church, presenting nationally touring tribute bands, classical and contemporary music, community concerts, youth theater, art classes, and rotating gallery exhibitions.
Captain Hooks Fishing Adventures
Professional fishing guide service in the Minocqua-Woodruff area offering year-round guided trips for walleye, musky, bass, northern pike, and panfish across Oneida and Vilas Counties. Winter ice fishing with heated shacks and all gear included.
Center for Civic Engagement - James F. Veninga Theater
Children's Imaginarium
A 10,000-square-foot children's museum in downtown Wausau featuring STEM exhibits, interactive galleries, a water play area, and hands-on exploration spaces for kids.
City of Antigo Springbrook Trail
A 2.26-mile walking and biking trail in Antigo featuring 1,800 feet of raised boardwalk along Spring Brook, an 18-hole disc golf course, picnic shelters, and playground areas.
Clay Corner Studio LLC
Central Wisconsin's original paint-your-own pottery shop offering pottery painting, canvas art, glass fusing, wheel throwing, and a coffee bar with espresso.
Copper Peak Adventure Ride
The Western Hemisphere's largest ski jump, now converted into an adventure complex with an 800-foot chairlift ride, 18-story elevator, and jaw-dropping views from the top of the jump tower. On a clear day you can see Lake Superior and three states.
Council Grounds State Park
508-acre park on Lake Alexander & the Wisconsin River with camping, hiking, swimming & fishing.
Cranberry Fest, Eagle River, WI
Cranberry Fest is an annual event celebrating the cranberry harvest in Eagle River, featuring fresh cranberries, food, crafts, and family entertainment.
Crandon Area Historical Society Museum
Local history museum housed in the historic Carter House in downtown Crandon, featuring exhibits on Forest County's heritage and a summer 'Music on the Porch' concert series.
Crystal Beach
Public swimming beach on Lake Tomahawk with a boat launch, changing rooms, picnic shelters, and restroom facilities.
D Anthony Gallery
International art gallery, atelier, and frame shop in downtown Wausau featuring female painters and sculptors, painting workshops, and life drawing classes.
Dells of the Eau Claire County Park
A 190-acre county park featuring ancient volcanic rock formations, spectacular waterfalls, swimming beach, nature trails, and campsites along the Eau Claire River. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.