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The outdoors in the Wisconsin Northwoods.
Every outdoors worth your time in the Wisconsin Northwoods — the full directory, editor's-order first, then A–Z.
The outdoors in the Wisconsin Northwoods
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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.
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
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Council Grounds State Park
508-acre park on Lake Alexander & the Wisconsin River with camping, hiking, swimming & fishing.
Crystal Beach
Public swimming beach on Lake Tomahawk with a boat launch, changing rooms, picnic shelters, and restroom facilities.
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.
Doepke Recreation Area
A 38-acre community park near Rib Mountain with playgrounds, ball diamonds, soccer fields, nature trails through wetlands, and winter ice rinks.
Downtown Phelps
This local park provides a playground, basketball & tennis courts, pavilions & picnic facilities.
Eagle Bluff Golf Club
Scenic 18-hole public golf course set in the Penokee Mountains near Hurley, open since 1968, with a clubhouse deck overlooking Lake Superior.
Ed’s Lake National Recreation Trail
A 6-mile loop trail system in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest near Laona, winding through pine and hemlock forests along old railroad grades, popular for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing.
Fallison Lake Nature Trail
A 2.5-mile moderate loop trail through mixed coniferous and deciduous forest surrounding Fallison Lake, with spectacular lake views and a picnic area. No pets or bikes allowed.
Fern Ridge Hiking Trail
A 4-mile trail system in the Northern Highland State Forest with single-track mountain bike trails, snowshoe loops, a bog boardwalk, and diverse terrain through wildflower-rich forest.
fishminocqua
Dave Lang Fishing Guide offers fishing tours in the Minocqua area, including Willow Flowage.
Gateway Golf Club & Driving Range
Historic 9-hole public golf course built in 1941, uniquely spanning both Wisconsin and Michigan, with well-maintained elevated greens and holes playing through pines and around ponds.
Great Conglomerate Falls and Gorge Falls Trailhead
Greg Biggs Musky and Walleye Guide Service
Fishing guide specializing in Musky and Walleye with 41 years of experience on over 150 lakes.
Headwaters Wilderness
A 20,000-acre wilderness area in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest near Land O'Lakes. Old-growth hemlock and hardwoods, pristine lakes, and miles of backcountry trails where you're unlikely to see another person. The real Northwoods.
Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail - Boulder Junction
Over 52 miles of paved bike trails winding through the Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest, connecting Boulder Junction, Sayner, St. Germain, Manitowish Waters, and Mercer with scenic rest areas and swimming spots along the way. No trail pass required.
Hi-Pines Eagle River Campground
Hideaway Hollow Outfitters, LLC
A professional hunting and fishing guide service in Arbor Vitae led by 2017 World Champion musky fisherman Capt. Matt Raley, offering guided walleye, musky, and bass trips plus waterfowl and turkey hunts.
Hodag Park
Large park on the shores of Boom Lake in Rhinelander featuring a public beach, boat landing, three baseball diamonds, an amphitheater, tennis court, playground, and pavilions. Home to the Hodag Water Ski Shows and annual Fourth of July fireworks.
Holmboe Conifer Forest State Natural Area
Nature preserve protecting a conifer forest habitat, designated as a State Natural Area.
Hook Setter Fishing Guide Service
A professional musky fishing guide service operating on the lakes around Minocqua.
Interstate Falls
Conservation area featuring a small waterfall & rapids reached by a beginner-friendly hiking trail.
Interstate Falls Park
An 18-foot waterfall on the Montreal River along the Wisconsin-Michigan border, accessible via a short 0.3-mile trail with boardwalks, stairs, and two viewing platforms. Popular for brook trout fishing in spring and snowshoeing in winter.
Isle of Ferns Park
A peaceful island park on the Wisconsin River in Wausau, reached by a pedestrian bridge. Features walking trails through lush fern-covered terrain, picnic areas, wooden bridges, and excellent birdwatching along the river.
Lake Mohawksin
Langlade County Veteran's Memorial Park
Last Resort Guide Service
An outdoor guide service in Sayner.
Little Girls Point County Park
A rustic Lake Superior campground established in 1920, featuring 31 campsites, a cobblestone beach popular with agate and rock collectors, walking trails, and a playground. Open mid-May through October.
Living the Dream Fishing Guide Sevice
A fishing guide service in St. Germain.
Manitowish Waters Athletic Club - MAC
The Manitowish Waters Athletic Club (MAC) is a premier fitness center located in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, offering various workout facilities and classes.

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