Vilas County
Florida
The heart of the Northwoods — Vilas County has more than 1,300 lakes and is home to Eagle River, Boulder Junction, St. Germain, Land O'Lakes, and Lac du Flambeau. From snowmobile trails to summer resorts, this is where the Northwoods comes alive.
Communities in Vilas County
Eagle River
1,500+ residents
The Snowmobile Capital of the World.
86 placesBoulder Junction
1,000+ residents
The Musky Capital of the World.
28 placesSt. Germain
2,000+ residents
A small resort community known for its summer concert series, snowmobile trails, and proximity to dozens of lakes.
32 placesLand O'Lakes
900+ residents
On the Michigan border, Land O'Lakes is a quiet resort town with pristine lakes, the Sylvania Wilderness, and a true Up North feel.
25 placesManitowish Waters
700+ residents
A chain of 10 lakes connected by the Manitowish River.
24 placesLac du Flambeau
3,000+ residents
Home of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians.
14 placesArbor Vitae
3,400+ residents
A small town between Minocqua and Woodruff, Arbor Vitae is home to several popular bars and restaurants along Highway 51.
5 placesPresque Isle
500+ residents
One of the most remote communities in the Northwoods, Presque Isle offers solitude, fishing, and access to the Turtle-Flambeau Flowage.
9 placesPhelps
1,400+ residents
Near the Michigan border, Phelps is surrounded by lakes and forest with a small-town charm and easy access to snowmobile and ATV trails.
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19th Hole Sports Bar & Grill
st-germainLodgelike sports bar with billiards, darts & some arcade games, plus a 9-hole miniature golf course.
Aberdeen Restaurant & Bar
manitowish-watersCasual Northwoods dining in a log lodge overlooking the Manitowish Waters chain of lakes, serving steaks, ribs, walleye, and Friday fish fry with sunset views from the screened porch and patio.
Anglers Choice Guide Service
presque-isleProfessional fishing guide service in Presque Isle covering Vilas, Oneida, and Iron Counties, with 51 years of experience and 2 world records. Guides for walleye, musky, bass, pike, and panfish year-round including ice fishing with heated shacks.
Aqualand Bakery
boulder-junctionFamily-owned artisan bakery in the heart of Boulder Junction, baking fresh croissants, cookies, danishes, and hearth breads daily. Their artisan breads are also delivered to grocery stores across the Northwoods.
Arrow Gift Shop
eagle-riverLocally owned gift shop on historic Wall Street in downtown Eagle River for over 40 years, featuring the area's largest selection of moccasins, toys, and Old World Christmas ornaments, plus jewelry, cedar boxes, and slippers. Open year-round.
Asana Suka
land-o-lakesUpdated supper club on Highway 45 in Land O' Lakes, ranked the top restaurant in town, serving creatively twisted Northwoods favorites like Milanese Crusted Walleye and Norwegian Salmon. The name means "to sit in happiness." Open Thursday through Saturday.
Bach's Wildwood Campground
eagle-riverWildwood Outdoor Adventures & Campground offers a variety of camping options and outdoor activities for all ages and skill levels.
Bauer's Dam Resort
land-o-lakesFamily-owned bar, grill, and lakeside resort on Lower Buckatabon Lake in Conover, operating for over 50 years. Known for homemade soups, specialty burgers, chicken pot pie, and pizza, with a deck overlooking the lake.
Bear River Pow Wow Grounds
lac-du-flambeauCultural gathering grounds of the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians, hosting the annual Bear River Pow Wow each July with traditional and contemporary Native American singing, dancing, and storytelling.