Welcome to Minocqua, Nature’s Original Water Park™. The Minocqua Area—which also includes Arbor Vitae and Woodruff—is located in the heart of Wisconsin's Northwoods, where there are thousands of lakes, rivers and natural beauty to explore. Don't miss outstanding opportunities for boating, swimming, fishing, snowmobiling, hiking, biking, ATVing and more. Fun can be found year-round—visit us today!
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More than 50 exhibitors at June Bloom will display and sell a wide variety of unique handcrafted items. The artisans and craftsmen featured at the show...
The Minocqua Antique & Classic Boat Show returns to Torpy Park on Lake Minocqua. This 30+ year annual event draws 60+ beautiful boats. The in-water...
Parade, Min-Aqua Bats Water Ski Show and Fireworks over Lake Minocqua.
The show fills the beach level of Torpy Park on Lake Minocqua from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. More than 100 exhibitors set up rain or shine and sell a wide...
The Minocqua Dragon Boat Festival is about camaraderie, fun, and enjoying a day on the water to benefit the work of the Howard Young Foundation.
On the last Saturday in September, the smell of beef fills the air and more than 12,000 people fill the streets of downtown Minocqua. For over 50 years,...
There’s still time to treat that special someone to a Valentine’s Day dinner at some of Wisconsin’s tastiest, coziest restaurants—here’s a look...
Depending on when you visit Wisconsin, you might be lucky enough to take in one of Mother Nature’s most outstanding shows: the Northern Lights. There...
Start your day right—or find that perfect mid-afternoon pick-me-up—at one of Wisconsin’s outstanding coffee shops or cafes. Here’s a region-by-region...
No matter where you go in Wisconsin, you’ll discover interesting retailers and unique shops where you can find something for everyone on your holiday...
Hit the water this summer! Here are a few great options for canoeing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding across the Dairy State. Northern Wisconsin...
Lions and tigers and bears? Check. You’ll find these wild creatures—and many more—at zoos and nature centers across Wisconsin. You’ll find family...
Get out and play in the snow this winter. Wisconsin is home to some truly scenic, serene trails to explore—all you need is a warm pair of boots, snowshoes,...
Get your sleds ready—it’s winter in northern Wisconsin, and that means great snowmobiling opportunities await throughout the Northwoods. Here’s what...
At these Wisconsin museums, you can learn about Wisconsin’s history, explore hands-on exhibits, and step aboard a WWII submarine.
Whether you’re boating, paddling, biking, hiking, or fishing, you’ll find outstanding fall recreation options all throughout the Dairy State. Here’s...
There’s nothing like a stunning sunset to cap off a day of adventure in Wisconsin. Here’s a region-by-region guide on where to find some of the state’s...
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