Things to do in Minocqua
George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum & Cultural Center
George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum & Cultural Center is 2 blks. s. of SR 47 at 603 Peace Pipe Rd., just s. of the Indian Bowl. A collection of American Indian artifacts dates to the mid-18th century. A four-seasons display demonstrates Indian activities, clothing and living arrangements. Of interest is a 24-foot dugout canoe discovered off the shores of Strawberry Island and thought to be 200 years old. Guided tours are available. Call (715) 588-3333 for more information.
603 Peace Pipe Rd., Lac Du Flambeau, WI 54538
Minocqua Winter Park
We offer 75 km of professionally groomed cross-country ski trails for all levels and abilities. Whether you're an avid racer or a recreational skier, Winter Park has a trail to meet your needs. Call (715) 356-3309 for more information.
6 mi. w. on SR 70, then 6 mi. s. on Squirrel Lake Rd. to 12375 Scotchman Lake Rd, Minocqua, WI 54548
Rhinelander Logging Museum
Rhinelander Logging Museum is in Pioneer Park at jct. US 8 Bus. Rte./CR G. This reproduction of an 1870s logging camp features the Sioux Line Depot, built in 1892, loggers' living quarters, a cook's shack, schoolhouse, smithy and all the tools of their respective trades. Displays include a narrow-gauge engine built in 1879 and a replica of the Hodag. Call (715) 369-5004 for more information.
US 8 & CR G, Rhinelander, WI 54501
The Rhinelander Historical Society Museum
The Rhinelander Historical Society Museum is at 9 S. Pelham St. Housed in a restored 1894 boarding house, the museum portrays area history from the turn of the 20th century to the present. Call (715) 369-3833 for more information.
9 S. Pelham St., Rhinelander, WI 54501
Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center
Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center is 2 mi. w. of US 51 at 10094 SR 70 W. More than 700 mammals, birds and reptiles live in the 25-acre park. Visitors to the animal encounter area can pet a porcupine, tortoise, skunk, woodchuck and other animals. Visitors also can walk among deer, feed the bear “bear juice,” feed the camel, and visit the primate and reptile educational centers. Nature programs are offered daily. Boat rides, a safari train ride and trout fishing are available. Call (715) 356-5588 for more information.
10094 SR 70, Minocqua, WI 54548