4.5Geneva Lake(476 reviews) - Tranquil and peaceful Bodies of Water
Get this straight: The city is Lake Geneva, the lake is Geneva Lake. Hop aboard a classic yacht for a cruise around the second deepest lake in Wisconsin (135 feet deep and 21 miles around) which is the focal point of a popular resort area also known as "the Newport of the West."See more..
4.5Lake Mendota(165 reviews) - Lake Mendota in Madison, WI Bodies of Water
Ideal for boating in the summer, and ice skating or ice fishing in winter.See more..
4.5Big Bay State Park(84 reviews) - DO NOT MISS! Spent More than 3 hours State Parks • Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
This was the highlight of our summer! We made a last minute decision to travel to Madeleine Island from our cabin about 2 hours away. The weather was supposed to be beautiful and, lo and behold, we were on the ferry the next morning at 9:30, We made Big Bay our first stop. Many hiking opportunities with views that are second to none. We hiked a trail from the Big Bay lookout back to a picnic area and took the boardwalk from there in the opposite direction to the beach. Next time, I am bringing my suit and towel! While I did go wading, the protected area of the beach disguises Lake Superior's sometimes tumultuous behavior. Bring your camera, your suit and towel, and lunch because you will want to make a day our of this stop!See more..
4.5Lakefront Park(84 reviews) - Quick Stop for a Walk Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Parks • Playgrounds
We stopped here on a couples trip. This park is a quick stop off of I 94 and is a great place to go for a quick walk if you are driving. Unfortunately most of the parking near the park is meter parking and there are not many options for free parking. The pier walkway out to the beach is amazing and there are porta potties at the end of the walk which was nice. The views on the pier are amazing. I would highly recommend this place for a quick stop!See more..
My husband and I took a road trip and discovered this area on our drive! It was a lovely bridge that led to the Osceola Landing, which was a beautiful spot for picnicking because it has a park, picnic tables, large clean restrooms and a boat landing. The view of the shoreline back over to Wisconsin was so pretty. There were two people from the DNR at the landing and checking a couple’s boat before they put it in the water, as they are preventing mussels from entering the river. See more..
4.5Lake Fowler(55 reviews) - A Picturesque Place for a Pleasant Program Bodies of Water
Small, quiet lake surrounded by shops and inns; great for boating and fishing.See more..
4.5Crystal River(50 reviews) - Tubing Advisory Bodies of Water
A shallow and rocky river known for its challenging canoeing.See more..
4.5Lac La Belle(32 reviews) - Had to see for ourselves how beautiful this haunted cemetery is. Bodies of Water
Small lake great for boating and fishing.See more..
5.0Wisconsin River(30 reviews) - Just Awesome! Bodies of Water
Canoe, hike, fish; it's all here on the beautiful Wisconsin River. Lots of gorgeous solitude and sandbars!See more..
4.5Great Alma Fishing Float(29 reviews) - Ya gotta stay the night Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM Bodies of Water
I planned on fishing all day and night. When the last boat went in I discovered I was the only guy staying. Great fishing all night. Took about a 1-2 hour nap in my quarters, and went right back to fishing. Cant wait to go again.See more..
4.5Lake Tomahawk(29 reviews) - Seasons Bodies of Water
Tiny town best known for its snowshoe baseball team.See more..
4.5Nixon Park(28 reviews) - Enjoyable Bodies of Water • Parks • Playgrounds
This is a nice little park nestled a block away from the main street. There is a walking path and a nice area for children to play.See more..
This was our first visit to Hartman Creek State Park. We drove around the property initially and decided to park by the lake. On the walk to lake we came across an old restored cabin that was neat to look at. We ventured to walk around the entire lake and had to be very careful at certainly points because of the grade and ice/snow was still on the ground. There were plenty of scenic spots to relax and enjoy the view. As spring time was nearing there we plenty of Canadian geese’s on the lake along with a sole ice fisherman. There are plenty of trails for hiking, snow shoeing, skiing, and horseback riding. There is a visitors center, camping, playgrounds and picnic tables. We be back in the summer to see the beat of the area in a different season. See more..
4.5Riverside Park(21 reviews) - Surprised by all the variety of activities. Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Parks
Went to Janesville for some quiet time with my wife and catch up on reading. Did that and more. Really enjoyed the hotel, farmers market, and a surprise concert at the Riverside Park. Wonderful people, town activities, and fulfilment of fun and peaceful time.See more..
The 19,000 acres of lakes in the Flambeau Flowage make it the "Crown Jewel of the North."See more..
4.5Lake Thompson(20 reviews) - Gorgeous little lake Bodies of Water
Lots of little areas tucked away from the main lake. White-tailed deer, bald eagles, loons, mallards, and fishers are common sights in this area. If you're into wildlife, you won't be disappointed.See more..
4.5Lakeview Park(19 reviews) - Lakeview Park. Middleton, Wi Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water • Parks • Playgrounds
AWESOME park for kids. Several playground areas, sprinkler park, pond, shaded area, shelter, very, very nice.See more..
We live nearby and visit the Eau Galle Reservoir area frequently. It’s a lovely, quiet place to hike, kayak, ride horses and camp. The lake is at its best through early July and wildlife is abundant, both as a nesting/living area and a stop for migrating birds in spring and autumn.See more..
4.5Wolf River(14 reviews) - Fantastic Day! Bodies of Water
Wisconsin's scenic and dramatic waterway that flows through the Menominee Reservation.See more..
4.5Stewart Lake County Park(14 reviews) - AWESOME PARK! Wednesday: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water • Hiking Trails
Beautiful park in a great location! Beautiful shelter! Park is always well maintained by the county parks department staff.See more..
4.5Okauchee Lake(10 reviews) - Great Lake for every activity! Bodies of Water
We’ve visited Lake Okauchee and enjoyed every type of lake activity from swimming to tubing to casual strolls. It’s big enough that there’s something for everyone. You should definitely check out the 4th of July fireworks- incredible!See more..
4.5Long Lake Recreation Area(9 reviews) - Large State Park Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water • Biking Trails • Hiking Trails
Love this state park. It is huge and there are many many sites to choose from! Restrooms and showers are very clean which is a nice welcome compared to the usual state park pit toilet. See more..
4.5Flambeau River(9 reviews) - fun fun fun Bodies of Water
The Flambeau is a premier fishing river.See more..
Very nice park. Well kept up and easy to get to. G We got some great pictures of eagles multiple days. Playground for the kids, fishing, boat launch, gardens. Just a very nice place to visit.See more..
4.5Rock Lake(5 reviews) - Clean, spring fed, large lake 5.5 miles of shore line Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water
Rock Lake, has everything you want in fresh water, spring fed (not river), Wisconsin lake. 5.5 miles of shoreline, if your boating, kayaking, or just cruising. DNR says it's the 2nd cleanest lake in Wisconsin. Fishing ... Pro's fish here. Boat rental at Sandy Beach. 4 public boat ramps ($ daily fee). 95% of shore is Private, but there are 4 public areas for stopping at. Mostly sandy bottom with a submerged pyramid in the middle of the lake. Depth is 35 feet in a couple of areas. No motors of speed allowed before 10am. After that, boats, kayaks, sailing, tubing, skiing, and fun. Shores are off limits in private areas, but there is still plenty of room. 2 miles long, by 1.45 miles wide. Enjoy it and the surrounding areas.. plenty of eating, camping, lodgine (cabins as well near Sandy Beach), swimming.See more..
Pull off the lakeshore road and enjoy the trails at this park! It's situated on a high bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, but you can get down to the beach if you follow the trail to its southern end. Beautiful views, and you'll pretty much have the place to yourself. Find yourself a map on the Manitowoc County website, so you can see how the trails are laid out.See more..
4.0Sidie Hollow County Park(3 reviews) - Artificial lake, 3 campgrounds, hiking trails Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
I came here mainly to hike, and on the hot day hiked near the lake, and it was very good. I cannot speak on the campgrounds, since I didn't use them. This is being in the Driftless area of Wisconsin, there are no true lakes here, and this lake is just like the rest of them - dammed creek. This doesn't diminish its value as a body of water - to the contrary there is a lake where none is supposed to be naturally.See more..
4.0Big Lake(2 reviews) - Camping Wednesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bodies of Water
Very nice rustic campground. 70 sites open May to Oct. Half walk in first come first served the other half on Reserve America. Nice boat landing and sandy swim beach. Vault toilets and hand pumps for water. Information sign and wood shed next to seasonal resident manager site 4. Campground next to biking trails mecca, great fishing lake, clear kayaking river trips. Naturalist dream hiking trails all around area. Local nature center. See more..
4.5Carney Rapids(2 reviews) - Nice stop Bodies of Water Can see these from the road. It’s worth a stop and check put the rest of the falls in the county. Very nice See more..
5.0Round Lake(2 reviews) - ride the trail to round lake Bodies of Water Part of the Pike Lake Chain, Round Lake draws fishers, boaters, hikers and bikers.See more..
4.5Osceola Fish Hatchery(2 reviews) - Good expereince for kids Spent < 1 hour Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas Nothing too exciting but the kids loved to look at all the fish. It was free and anyone can walk around the area. See more..
5.0Sherwood County Park and Campground(1 review) - Nice Campground with amenities Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water • Parks • Playgrounds
This is a nice lakeside campground with spaces that are spread apart but a few are together for group camping. There are open areas if you wanted to play soccer or baseball. There is a playground for kids and bathroom facilities. Nice lake for canoeing or kayaking. Also a large cover area with lots of tables for seating near the lake. We enjoyed the stay and road around the area on bicycles seeing the wildlife and wild flowers. People were fishing at the waters edge. You can make reservations to reserve a site.See more..
4.0Collin's Marsh Wildlife Area(1 review) - Used to be spectacular Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails When I went here as a kid, one could observe 1000's of waterbirds. Now there are dozens. None-the-less, this is still a nice place to spend some "wild" time. There are times, during migrations, that you can see dozens of species of birds. You can visit the Neustadter Nature Center for information on the marsh. There are also occasional nature programs there. You can rent canoes and life jackets at the center so you can paddle through the marsh. There are about 2400 acres to explore. In most years ospreys nest on the roof of the observation tower. You can see the nest's progression via the "Osprey cam". Spend some time at Pinecrest (also on hwy JJ), go a little farther west. Bring your binoculars and enjoy some fine birding and walking and canoeing. It's quiet and peaceful. I was out there this winter and saw a snowy owl and some short eared owls. In the spring the marsh is alive with waterfowl. After you wear yourself out at the marsh, drive west into Collins and treat yourself to excellent food at the Al Corso Restaurant. Pinecrest, the marsh, and Al Corso, the perfect trifecta for a wonderful day. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes.See more..
3.0Hemlock County Park(1 review) - Used to be a good park, perhaps will be so in the future Bodies of Water • Parks • Forests
I discovered this park at the bad time. The water was drained from the lake (It's actually a slough, not a proper lake), exposing nasty looking muck that is a bottom of the lake. According to the Sauk County parks department, it's not an accident but planned event - to drain the lake. They are doing something, that hopefully will benefit this place in the long run. In the meantime, for the 2 seasons that I visited here, the place is all but ruined. However, the picnic tables are still there, so one can enjoy some deep shade under the hemlocks (yes, they are there - the name is not accidental), and short trail going along the lake (and one into the woods).See more..
4.0Drummond Lake(1 review) - Peaceful and restful Bodies of Water
Well maintained and quiet area. Lots of shore to fish from. Playgrounds, pavilion, and restrooms. I think I saw posts for playing volleyball too. Just down the hill from the Drummond museum.See more..
This park has a beach and playground, and is about 30 acres altogether. There is an artificial waterfall created by a dam. Also you can walk around a bit - there is not much of a trail to speak of, but ATV trail runs through the park, so you walk there when no ATVs are in sight. Park requires an entrance fee,which could be paid i the nearby town (which is a hassle, of course, unless you know the drill and come prepared).See more..
5.0Lake Elaine(1 review) - A hidden gem at Conserve School Bodies of Water Lake Elaine is a picture perfect lake located within the Conserve School campus in Land O' Lakes, Wisconsin. It has a nice single track hiking/running trail around it from which there are many spots to stop and take pictures. If you are lucky enough to get an opportunity to take the path... Take It!See more..
5.0Amsterdam Sloughs(1 review) - Very pretty wild area Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
My husband and I and another couple went here for bird-watching and exploring. The area is very pretty in June, and I took photos of the blooming Siberian Iris and water lillies. It was very peaceful with only occasional traffic on the road we were on. You need to get a map (download from the Wisconsin DNR) to make sure you stay off of private property. The area you can be on, however, is quite large. By June, some of the area had a lot of brush. Expect to wear hiking shoes and long pants.See more..
5.0Adam Birding Conservancy(1 review) - Peaceful Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
The Adam Birding Conservancy is a 331 acre mix of prairie, wetlands and woods along the Bark River two miles north of Whitewater, Wisconsin. Privately held with access provided to guests who sign a waiver, it has 170 different bird and 150 different plant species recorded on the property.See more..
5.0Riverside Park(1 review) - Pretty and Flat Mississippi Riverfront Park Bodies of Water • Parks • Playgrounds
We spent hours playing on the playgrounds, took the dog for a walk, looked out over the River, and just enjoyed the areaSee more..
5.0Fish Lake Wildlief Area(1 review) - Quiet place for birdwatching Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas
My husband and I and two of our friends went here for hiking and bird watching. It's a quiet, remote area and we didn't see anyone else while we were there. There were ducks and geese on the water as well as songbirds in the meadow areas and trees. Quite a few wildflowers too. A nice place to get away from people!See more..
4.0Rock & River(1 review) - Unique bench artwork by local youths Bodies of Water • Scenic Walking Areas Think there are 7 benches- maybe more. Saw the one at Rock & River St. Croix Falls, WI. It's located on the south path of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway Visitor Center. This was designed by local children ages 9 to 12 with help from a national park ranger and park sculpture teacher. They are all different - no two alike.See more..
4.0Silver Lake Park(1 review) - A nice find Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks This park is a hidden little gem just west of Manitowoc. The lake used to be pretty polluted; but efforts have been made to remediate this. Now a days the lake is much cleaner. The lake is about 55 acres surrounded by 12 acres of woods and riparian habitat. This is a nice place for fishing and wildlife observation. There seems to always be yellow-rumped warblers in the wooded area. This is a quiet lake as no gasoline motors are allowed. Canoes, kayaks and paddle boards are the way to go. Efforts have been made to reduce trash fish in the lake. You can look forward to catching bass, pike, bluegills and perch. There is no size limit; and you can catch 10 fish a day. If your idea of boating is to go fast and make a lot of noise, this lake is not for you. However, if you want to quietly paddle out and catch your supper this is a fine place to do so. There are bathrooms and a rotunda for a rainy day picnic. There is a small pier for offshore fishing and a small boat ramp.See more..
4.0John Rose Canoe & Kayak Launch(1 review) - Kayak & Canoe Launch in Downtown Beloit Spent < 1 hour Bodies of Water • Parks
Located in downtown Beloit, this river front canoe / kayak launch is convenient location to enter the Federally recognized “The Rock River National Water Trail”. The site has a small, landscaped river walk which is great for watching ducks / geese floating by and leads nowhere but the adjacent parking lot. Parking for your trip is adjacent to the John Rose Canoe & Kayak Launch in the Chester Square Public Parking Lot. Be aware that a portion of the lot is designated as 2 hour parking (don't park in that area).See more..
Grode's Blue Water Haven(0 review) Bodies of Water Kayaking at your leisure. This is ideal for old and young alike to experience kayaking in a more controlled environment. There is no fast moving water or rapids to intimidate you, just sit back and enjoy the ride!See more..
