Travel Northwest Wisconsin

11/01/2025

The rivers and flowages are frozen and the fish are biting—perfect time to grab your gear and enjoy the great outdoors. Come for the peace, stay for the catch!

09/01/2025

No snow…no problem! The ATV/UTV trails in Sawyer County are still open until we receive measurable snowfall and snowmobile grooming operations begin. Plan your next weekend today, visit www.haywardlakes.com



Photo credit: Michelle Richardson

25/12/2024

04/12/2024

There are still 3 weekends remaining of Christmas in Hayward. Join us in Sawyer County for all the holiday festivities this Christmas!

For more information: https://www.facebook.com/ALureOfLights

03/12/2024

Don’t forget to pamper yourself this December! 🎨✨ Take a class at Glaze N’ Glass, enjoy a performance at the Heyde Center for the Performing Arts, hike through Brunet Island State Park, or cross-country ski and mountain bike at Hickory Ridge. There are so many indoor and outdoor adventures waiting for you in Chippewa County! 🌲❄️🚴
https://gochippewacounty.com/

25/11/2024

Some of the best adventures in Washburn County, WI can be found by attending the local events. As we enter the holiday season, make sure to check out the calendar to stay up to date on all of the upcoming fun! https://www.washburncounty.org/events/

📸: Area Chamber of Commerce

13/11/2024

Trying to plan something fun to do?!
Well Check out what fun things you are able to do in the Fall and Winter at the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest!

To Learn More, Click here:

Create lasting memories in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest with fall and winter activities for all ages.

09/11/2024

Rusk County is ready for you hunters! Make your way here for some bucks, brews, and burgers!”

08/11/2024

As we wait for snowflakes to fall here in Sawyer County, what better time check out some local wine. Located right in the heart of downtown Hayward, Out of the Woods Winery makes a selection of whites, fruit wine, meads, and ciders, all in bottles and available to taste and purchase. Browse artwork by local artists in the Patricia MacLaughlin Gallery while you enjoy a glass of wine or listen to some live music with artists playing on a rotating basis.

Link to: https://haywardlakes.com/activity/out-of-the-woods-winery/

06/11/2024

Are you ready to get into the Christmas spirit? 🎄✨ Visit the Christmas Village at Irvine Park & Zoo in Chippewa Falls! Be mesmerized by an impressive display of over 100,000 lights and life-size displays reminiscent of the Victorian era and local historical replicas. The Christmas Village opens Thanksgiving evening and closes on January 1st. Don't miss this magical experience! 🎅🏽🎁

https://www.chippewafalls-wi.gov/your-government/parks-recreation-forestry/irvine-park/christmas-village/about-christmas-village

11/10/2024

Fall in the Northwoods is one of the most breathtaking times to visit!

Our little piece of heaven transforms into a stunning painting with vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows. 🌳🎨 Experience the Chippewa County fall colors for yourself by taking a hike, bike or a scenic drive on one of these routes:
https://gochippewacounty.com/things-to-do/fall-colors-tours/

07/10/2024

Fall in Sawyer County means one thing…BIG FISH! Check out the weekly Outdoor Report to find out where they are biting.

For more information, go to: https://haywardlakes.com/outdoor-reports/



Photo Credit: Amanda Wilson

06/10/2024

Rusk County excitedly welcomes the changing of the seasons, annually hosting a whole spectrum of colorful leaves to line your roads and your hearts!

27/09/2024

The Whistlestop is happening October 12, 2024 in Ashland, Wisconsin

Go to www.whistlestopmarathon.com for more details and information.

23/09/2024

Whether you like apples, apple cider & apple cider doughnuts or if you just like to shop, it's the best time of year to head to orchard country in !