The beauty of Wisconsin ranges from the extravagant grandiosity of our natural spaces to our clean, friendly cities. We get so caught up in our lives sometimes that we don’t see the beauty and wonder around us. Have youl been there? Wondering how to escape from the wilds of the world, ready to fall in love with Wisconsin all over again? And we should take time to really appreciate what we have. We have some awesome treasures in Wisconsin. Here’s an offering, dear friends, of the must-see places in Wisconsin you really need to experience before you die. There’s a little something for everyone!
- Lambeau Field
Phil Roeder/Flickr Lambeau Field is the home of the Green Bay Packers! Folks in Wisconsin love their football, and whether you’re visiting for a game or perhaps taking a stadium tour, Lambeau Field is one place you’re sure to feel the energy and fun.
- The Dells
mellydoll/Flickr The Wisconsin Dells are known for their shockingly stunning scenery and glacier-carved sandstone formations. You’ll find multiple state parks in the surrounding area, and expansive nature trails and camping options.
- Cave of Mounds
gena/Flickr The Cave of Mounds in Wisconsin is a natural limestone cave that was named for the nearby hills known as the “Blue Mounds.” The beauty of the cave goes unmatched, naturally carved from the underbelly of the state and frequented by tourists and locals.
- Big Manitou Falls
Doug Kerr/Flickr You’ll find Big Manitou Falls on the Black River, within the Douglas County Pattison State Park. Big Manitou Falls is the highest waterfall in the state of Wisconsin at 165-feet high.
- Apostle Islands
Jim Sorble/Flickr The Apostle Islands are a group of 22 islands found in Lake Superior, and they’re popular for vacationers and adventurers alike. Make sure you check out the Apostle Islands Grand Tour if you’re looking for heaps of fun!
- Horicon National Wildlife Refuge
USFWSMidwest/Flickr The Horicon National Wildlife Refuge is set alongside a local lake, and it’s a great place to head if you’re looking to bird watch or experience an isolated part of Wisconsin state.
- High Cliff State Park
Royal Broil/Flickr High Cliff State Parkis located near Sherwood, Wisconsin, and remains the only state-owned recreation area alongside Lake Winnebago. It’s known for its expansive beauty and limestone cliffs.
- Pattison State Park
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources/Flickr The almost 1,500 acres that make up Pattison State Park can be found in Superior, Wisconsin. The park contains the highest waterfall in Wisconsin and was established in 1920.
- Door County
Jim Bauer/Flickr Found in between Green Bay and Lake Michigan, Door County is located on a beautiful peninsula. It’s known for picturesque coastal towns, scenic beauty, and fruit orchards.
- Eagle River
Aaron Carlson/Flickr Eagle River can be found in Vilas County in Wiscons, and its a popular vacation destination due to the many lakes and water features in the area.
What other places in Wisconsin should be on our bucket list? Let us know in the comments.
Phil Roeder/Flickr
Lambeau Field is the home of the Green Bay Packers! Folks in Wisconsin love their football, and whether you’re visiting for a game or perhaps taking a stadium tour, Lambeau Field is one place you’re sure to feel the energy and fun.
mellydoll/Flickr
The Wisconsin Dells are known for their shockingly stunning scenery and glacier-carved sandstone formations. You’ll find multiple state parks in the surrounding area, and expansive nature trails and camping options.
gena/Flickr
The Cave of Mounds in Wisconsin is a natural limestone cave that was named for the nearby hills known as the “Blue Mounds.” The beauty of the cave goes unmatched, naturally carved from the underbelly of the state and frequented by tourists and locals.
Doug Kerr/Flickr
You’ll find Big Manitou Falls on the Black River, within the Douglas County Pattison State Park. Big Manitou Falls is the highest waterfall in the state of Wisconsin at 165-feet high.
Jim Sorble/Flickr
The Apostle Islands are a group of 22 islands found in Lake Superior, and they’re popular for vacationers and adventurers alike. Make sure you check out the Apostle Islands Grand Tour if you’re looking for heaps of fun!
USFWSMidwest/Flickr
The Horicon National Wildlife Refuge is set alongside a local lake, and it’s a great place to head if you’re looking to bird watch or experience an isolated part of Wisconsin state.
Royal Broil/Flickr
High Cliff State Parkis located near Sherwood, Wisconsin, and remains the only state-owned recreation area alongside Lake Winnebago. It’s known for its expansive beauty and limestone cliffs.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources/Flickr
The almost 1,500 acres that make up Pattison State Park can be found in Superior, Wisconsin. The park contains the highest waterfall in Wisconsin and was established in 1920.
Jim Bauer/Flickr
Found in between Green Bay and Lake Michigan, Door County is located on a beautiful peninsula. It’s known for picturesque coastal towns, scenic beauty, and fruit orchards.
Aaron Carlson/Flickr
Eagle River can be found in Vilas County in Wiscons, and its a popular vacation destination due to the many lakes and water features in the area.
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Address: Lambeau Field, 1265 Lombardi Ave, Green Bay, WI 54304, USAAddress: Wisconsin Dells, WI, USAAddress: Cave of the Mounds Road, Cave of the Mounds Rd, Blue Mounds, WI 53517, USAAddress: Big Manitou Falls, Superior, WI 54880, USAAddress: Apostle Islands, Wisconsin, USAAddress: W4279 Headquarters Rd, Mayville, WI 53050, USAAddress: High Cliff State Park Rd, Menasha, WI 54952, USAAddress: Pattison State Park, 6294 WI-35, Superior, WI 54880, USAAddress: Door County, WI, USAAddress: Eagle River, WI 54521, USA
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must-see places in Wisconsin November 07, 2020 Meghan Kraft What are the most unique things to do in Wisconsin? Wisconsin is rife with cool and unusual things to do, but it’s a visit to the Milwaukee breweries and the hike through Devil’s Lake State Park that really makes a trip to the state next-level. Book a duck ride in the Wisconsin Dells, or perhaps make your way down the Elroy Sparta State Trail. There’s a little something for everyone throughout the state, from nighttime noshing at the Ishala Supper Club to an awe-inspiring view at the House of the Rock. Where can I go in Wisconsin that only the locals know about? Wisconsin has a few hidden gems scattered across the state that only locals know about, like the secret garden hidden in the Period Garden Park and the LaCross Trolley, a trolley ride that folks love to experience every year. Wisconsin’s first state park is simply called, “The State Park,” the first in the state and beautifully perfect for public use. It’s truly an unknown both in the state and outside of it! Which hidden gems in Wisconsin should I visit? Brunet Island State Park covers a little over 1,000 acres of land on a Chippewa River Island. It’s a great place to visit for canoeing, kayaking, and camping, and with 69 campsites you can even bring your friends. You may just find yourself surprised at how clean and beautiful the water is! If you’re looking to experience a city, then Manitowoc is the place to go. Visit the museums and zoo for a full day out and about!
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must-see places in Wisconsin
November 07, 2020
Meghan Kraft
What are the most unique things to do in Wisconsin? Wisconsin is rife with cool and unusual things to do, but it’s a visit to the Milwaukee breweries and the hike through Devil’s Lake State Park that really makes a trip to the state next-level. Book a duck ride in the Wisconsin Dells, or perhaps make your way down the Elroy Sparta State Trail. There’s a little something for everyone throughout the state, from nighttime noshing at the Ishala Supper Club to an awe-inspiring view at the House of the Rock. Where can I go in Wisconsin that only the locals know about? Wisconsin has a few hidden gems scattered across the state that only locals know about, like the secret garden hidden in the Period Garden Park and the LaCross Trolley, a trolley ride that folks love to experience every year. Wisconsin’s first state park is simply called, “The State Park,” the first in the state and beautifully perfect for public use. It’s truly an unknown both in the state and outside of it! Which hidden gems in Wisconsin should I visit? Brunet Island State Park covers a little over 1,000 acres of land on a Chippewa River Island. It’s a great place to visit for canoeing, kayaking, and camping, and with 69 campsites you can even bring your friends. You may just find yourself surprised at how clean and beautiful the water is! If you’re looking to experience a city, then Manitowoc is the place to go. Visit the museums and zoo for a full day out and about!
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Wisconsin is rife with cool and unusual things to do, but it’s a visit to the Milwaukee breweries and the hike through Devil’s Lake State Park that really makes a trip to the state next-level. Book a duck ride in the Wisconsin Dells, or perhaps make your way down the Elroy Sparta State Trail. There’s a little something for everyone throughout the state, from nighttime noshing at the Ishala Supper Club to an awe-inspiring view at the House of the Rock.
Where can I go in Wisconsin that only the locals know about?
Wisconsin has a few hidden gems scattered across the state that only locals know about, like the secret garden hidden in the Period Garden Park and the LaCross Trolley, a trolley ride that folks love to experience every year. Wisconsin’s first state park is simply called, “The State Park,” the first in the state and beautifully perfect for public use. It’s truly an unknown both in the state and outside of it!
Which hidden gems in Wisconsin should I visit?
Brunet Island State Park covers a little over 1,000 acres of land on a Chippewa River Island. It’s a great place to visit for canoeing, kayaking, and camping, and with 69 campsites you can even bring your friends. You may just find yourself surprised at how clean and beautiful the water is! If you’re looking to experience a city, then Manitowoc is the place to go. Visit the museums and zoo for a full day out and about!
