Local Directory — Minocqua, Eagle River & the Northwoods
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Min-Aqua Bats Water Ski Show
minocquaThe Min-Aqua Bats Waterski Club originated in 1950 when a group of local young people waterskiing Sunday afternoons on Lake Minocqua noticed they'd drawn an audience — and decided to put together a show. The doubles and trio acts that are now standard at nearly every amateur and professional waterski show in the country? Those originated here in the 1950s. Today the Bats are one of the oldest waterski show teams in the United States, performing free shows every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 7 PM during the summer season — June 10 opens the 2026 schedule.
Minocqua Area Visitors Bureau
minocquaNorthern Wisconsin's largest and most active visitor center on Highway 51, welcoming about 30,000 visitors annually with travel planning materials, free Wi-Fi, pet-friendly facilities, and ample parking. Open year-round.
Minocqua Museum
minocquaMuseum in Minocqua dedicated to the history and heritage of the local area.
Minocqua Winter Park
minocquaVoted the number one cross-country ski resort in the U.S. by USA Today, with 86 km of expertly groomed trails, snowshoe trails, a sledding hill, skating pond, and ski rentals. The largest land-trust conservation easement in Wisconsin.
Mt. Zion Scenic Overlook
ironwoodA handicap-accessible observation deck atop Mt. Zion near Gogebic Community College, offering breathtaking views toward Lake Superior, especially stunning during fall colors and for Northern Lights viewing. Road access in summer and fall; winter for skiing.
Mugs and Co.
Coffee shop and cafe offering coffee, food, and store items.
Northern Highland Coffee Company LLC
Coffee shop offering coffee and cafe items.
Northwoods Cafe & Coffeehouse
Cafe and coffeehouse serving coffee and cafe fare.
Northwoods Escape Room LLC
eagle-riverYear-round family-friendly escape room attraction with multiple themed rooms including taxidermy and cabin experiences, offering 60-minute puzzle-solving challenges for groups.
Northwoods Zip Line Adventure Tours
minocquaWisconsin's largest zip line facility with 13 zip lines on 90 acres of forest, plus aerial obstacles, adventure bridges, river kayaking, canopy tours, and ATV rides.
Odonata
Art gallery named Odonata.
Pioneer Park Historical Complex - Opening May 23rd for the Season
rhinelanderHistorical museum complex and park with picnic grounds and playground facilities, open seasonally.
Plum Ski-ters Water Ski Show
Non-profit water ski show club that performs water skiing exhibitions for audiences.
Rainbow Falls
ironwoodScenic 40-foot waterfall on the Black River near Lake Superior, named for the rainbow effect created by its mist, accessible via hiking trails from both sides with fall salmon runs.
Rhinelander Historical Society Museum
rhinelanderMuseum in Rhinelander dedicated to preserving and presenting the local and regional history of the area.
Rib Mountain Amphitheater
wausauOutdoor amphitheater atop Rib Mountain, one of Wisconsin's highest points, with pine bench seating for 200 and panoramic views of Wausau, hosting the free summer Concerts in the Clouds series.
River’s Edge Adventure Company
manitowish-watersFour-season adventure outfitter on the Manitowish River providing canoe, kayak, raft, tube, and bike rentals, plus guided river trips, delivery and shuttle service, and winter gear.
Scheers Lumberjack Shows
woodruffLive lumberjack shows featuring log rolling, chopping, sawing, pole climbing, and axe throwing as seen on ESPN, running June through early September with five shows per week in peak season.
Serenity Wellness Bar
rhinelanderAcai shop and Brazilian restaurant serving acai-based drinks and food.
