Hidden Gems
Minocqua
Experience Northwoods Magic Together
Discover Minocqua, the Island City of the Northwoods, where sparkling lakes and towering pines set the scene for endless adventure. Go boating, fishing and hiking by day, then unwind in cozy cabins or local eateries. With all kinds of year-round fun to offer including downtown shopping, this classic Wisconsin getaway shouldn’t be missed.
Ways to Wander
Spend Time Together at A Northwoods Resort
Make family memories at Minocqua’s welcoming resorts, where adventure and relaxation meet. Splash in clear lakes, roast marshmallows by the fire and explore endless trails together. With cozy cabins, fun amenities and Northwoods charm, it’s the perfect place for families to connect and play.
Ways to Wander
Make Memories in Every Season
Experience the magic of Minocqua year-round. From snowmobiling and skiing in winter to fishing and boating in summer, this outdoor paradise offers more than 3,200 lakes for every kind of adventure.
Ways to Wander
Enjoy Local Flavor and Lakeside Fun
You and your crew can stroll through downtown Minocqua’s charming shops, unwind with a spa treatment and savor everything from lakeside dining to craft cocktails. Then raise a glass at a local brewery, where Northwoods flavor and small-town fun come together in one walkable lakeside gem.
In the Area
Find Nearby Fun
Minocqua puts you in the heart of Wisconsin’s Northwoods, with more memorable adventures waiting in every direction.
In the Area
Find Nearby Fun
Minocqua puts you in the heart of Wisconsin’s Northwoods, with more memorable adventures waiting in every direction.
Where to Eat, Stay & Play in Minocqua
Chef Rene's at Timber Ridge
Black Bear Bar & Grill
Island Cafe
Lakeside Grill Minocqua
Norwood Pines Supper Club
Boardwalk Ice Cream, Fudge & Gelato
Adventure North Snowmobile Tours
Minocqua Winter Park & Nordic Center
Minocqua Pontoon Cruises & Rentals
Raven Trail
Schlect Lake Ski Trail
Torpy Park Ice Skating Rink
Holiday Acres
Gaslight Square Shoppes
Min-Aqua Bat Water Ski Shows
Campanile Center for the Arts
Northwoods Zip Line
Northwoods Wildlife Center
The Waters of Minocqua
Aqua Aire Motel
Birch Trail Resort
Loon Landing
Pine Cove Cabin
Whitehaven Bed & Breakfast
What's On
Events In and Around Minocqua
Jan
9
Badger State Winter Games
Feb
27
Willow Springs Round Barn Sled Dog Race
Feb
27
Wisconsin Rapids Riverkings Hockey
The North Central Vibe
Northwoods Charm, Year-Round Fun
There’s Even More to Explore in North Central Wisconsin
Beyond the magic of the Northwoods, this region also includes the Stevens Point sculpture tour and the billion-year-old Rib Mountain in Wausau that makes for legendary ski and snowtubing adventures.
