Things to Do — Minocqua, Eagle River & the Northwoods
Adventures, attractions, and experiences across the region
Art Oehmcke State Fish Hatchery
woodruffOne of the oldest and largest fish hatcheries in Wisconsin, raising millions of musky, walleye, and trout fingerlings each year. Self-guided tours let you see the rearing ponds and learn about Wisconsin's legendary fishery management program.
Copper Peak Adventure Ride
ironwoodThe Western Hemisphere's largest ski jump, now converted into an adventure complex with an 800-foot chairlift ride, 18-story elevator, and jaw-dropping views from the top of the jump tower. On a clear day you can see Lake Superior and three states.
Eagle River Ice Castle
eagle-riverA 20-foot-tall castle built from nearly 3,000 ice blocks harvested from Silver Lake, a Northwoods tradition since 1933 and a must-see winter landmark.
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.
Pirates Hideaway
eagle-riverPirate ship cruises on the world's largest inland chain of freshwater lakes, plus a lakeside tiki bar, woodfired pizza, ice cream shop, and live entertainment.
Waaswaaganing Indian Bowl
lac-du-flambeauTraditional Ojibwe dance performances and cultural presentations in an outdoor amphitheater in Lac du Flambeau. One of the longest-running Native American cultural experiences in the country.
Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari
minocquaHome to over 1,700 animals and 229 species, Wildwood offers a safari tram ride, petting zoo, and up-close giraffe encounters. One of the largest wildlife parks in Wisconsin.