There’s so much to see and do in the Minocqua area no matter what you’re in the mood for. Looking for a peaceful day in the shade? Check out Torpy or Brandy Park. Interested in local history and culture? Visit the Dr. Kate Newcomb Museum or the George W. Brown Jr. Museum and Cultural Center. And if you like the idea of a factory tour, check out Hillestad Pharmaceuticals which makes dietary supplements and offers tours of the facility.

You won’t want to miss the Min-Aqua Water Ski Team if you’re in the area during the summer months. This is the oldest water ski team in the country and you’ll get to see them perform amazing feats on water skis.

If you like winter sports, you’ll want to visit the Minocqua Winter Park and Nordic Center. It is one of the top cross-country ski areas in the nation with over 75 kilometers of groomed trails. You might also want to visit the Snowmobile Museum and Hall of Fame.

There’s also the Wildwood Wildlife Park and Zoo, the Northwoods Children’s Museum, and the Northwoods Wildlife Center.

For a truly unique north woods experience, check out Scheer's Lumberjack Shows in nearby Woodruff. These entertaining, educational adventures into the past feature world champion Lumberjacks, as seen on television. This is fun for the whole family. And for even more family fun, don’t miss the Waters of Minocqua, offering a year-round indoor water park.

If you’re interested in the region’s winemaking, be sure to schedule a stop at the Three Lakes Winery, home of Wisconsin’s original cranberry wine, for a tasting and tour.

The Waswagoning re-created Ojibwe village is another must-see if you really want to get a sense of the region’s history and American Indian influences.

The Lakeland area is just full of fun things to see and do all year long. You’ll wish you could add a few days to your trip just so you can squeeze them all in.