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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Continue the celebration after Mercer’s Loon Day in Minocqua on Thursday, August 3, 2023 with the After Loon Delight Craft Show. The show fills the beach...
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,...
Wisconsin is home to great lakes (and Great Lakes), so you’ll find plenty of places to stick your toes in the sand, take a dip in a crystal-clear Northwoods...
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 places 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...
Whether you’re looking for a towering cone or a sundae smothered in chocolate, you’ll find fabulous ice cream spots throughout the Dairy State.
Keep cool this summer with some of the Northwoods’ best spots for ice cream, sundaes, shakes, and other frozen treats. Read on for four places in Oneida...
Don’t miss the Northwoods’ classic waterski shows this summer—here’s where you can find these fun, family-friendly events.
Get on your bikes and ride on some of the state's best trails, from scenic Northwoods routes to paths that pass through Wisconsin's capital city.
