Local Directory — Minocqua, Eagle River & the Northwoods
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Baked Pizza & Sandwiches
crandonTop-rated pizza and sandwich shop in downtown Crandon with house-made crusts and sauces, fresh veggie toppings, pasta, and handcrafted sodas.
Beach's Steaks & Spirits
crandonBar and restaurant on US-8 Business near Crandon serving steaks, burgers, broasted chicken, pizza, and a popular Friday fish fry with outdoor seating.
Boiling Springs Tavern
crandonWelcoming tavern and bar on County Road G in Pelican Lake, accessible by ATV, car, or horseback, serving burgers, pizza, Friday fish fry, and homemade soups with live music on weekends and rooms available upstairs.
Campfire Bar & Grille
crandonNorthwoods bar and grille in Pickerel serving burgers, sandwiches, wraps, broasted chicken, steaks, and fish fry in the former Debi's Northern Firelite Supper Club location.
Charlie's Lake Metonga Resort Restaurant
crandonRestaurant and bar on the shore of Lake Metonga serving Friday fish fry, Sunday brunch, and fine dining in the evenings, with a tiki bar, firepit, and seasonal outdoor seating.
Crandon Area Historical Society Museum
crandonLocal history museum housed in the historic Carter House in downtown Crandon, featuring exhibits on Forest County's heritage and a summer 'Music on the Porch' concert series.
Crandon International Off Road Raceway
crandonWorld-premier short-course off-road racing facility on 400 acres, hosting the World Championship Off-Road Races every Labor Day weekend since 1970, drawing over 50,000 fans.
Ed’s Lake National Recreation Trail
crandonA 6-mile loop trail system in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest near Laona, winding through pine and hemlock forests along old railroad grades, popular for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing.
Forest County Fairground
crandonFairgrounds in Crandon hosting the annual Forest County Fair in August with midway rides, livestock shows, live music, and the Forest County Festival.
Forest County Potawatomi Cultural Center & Museum
crandonCultural center and museum operated by the Forest County Potawatomi Community near Crandon. Exhibits on Potawatomi history, traditions, and contemporary life. A respectful and informative introduction to the region's Native American heritage.
Hotel Crandon Restaurant and Bar
crandonA Crandon institution since 1929 on the Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway, serving breakfast all day, lunch, and Friday fish fry with fresh baked bread, hand-cut steaks, and ten craft beers on tap.
Lake Avenue Restaurant & Lounge
crandonA restaurant on South Lake Avenue in Crandon with family dining and American fare.
Little Rice State Wildlife Area
crandonA state wildlife area near Crandon offering hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Little Tipsy
crandonA relaxed bar and grill on the Townsend Flowage with a patio overlooking the water, serving pub grub and pizza with bar games, live music, and daily drink specials.
Log Cabin Cafe
crandonA Crandon community staple for over 89 years, serving hearty American breakfast and lunch classics in a vintage diner setting with friendly service and reasonable prices.
