Make summer vacation memories that last a lifetime in Vilas County. Explore 240,000 acres of public land and nearly 90 forest trails that are cherished by hikers, bikers, ATV riders and equestrians. Swim, boat, fish or paddle in one of the county’s 1,300 sparkling lakes. Discover charming stores and restaurants and savor a stunning Northwoods sunset. These are your moments—plan your getaway today!
Winchester, located in the northwest corner of Vilas County, encompasses over 34,000 acres and 63 lakes.
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Manitowish Waters is the Original “Up North” Experience!
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Waswagoning, “a place where they fish by torchlight,” is the name the Ojibwe gave their Northwoods home.
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The Minocqua area is Nature’s Original Water Park, offering the very best scenery, outdoor recreation and fun attractions.
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Presque Isle is known as Wisconsin’s Last Wilderness.
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Relax, unwind and explore the beautiful forest with 194 pristine area lakes, winding rivers and nearly 50 miles of paved bike trails that surround Boulder Junction.
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The two scenic communities of Sayner and Star Lake offer quiet beauty and small-town charm in every season.
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St. Germain offers unique opportunities for families, anglers, hiking and biking enthusiasts, winter enthusiasts and more.
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Experience nature’s own spectacular and serene setting on the Wisconsin/Michigan border.
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I suppose this is the place where we’re supposed to brag about all the stuff that’s great about Eagle River, like the “World’s Largest Chain of 28 Lakes”...
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Your adventure begins in Conover! In 1891, early settler Seth Conover started his own hunting club in this beautiful corner of Vilas County.
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Nestled within the 661,000-acre Nicolet National Forest, Phelps has been an outdoor sport destination for over a century!
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The Vilas County ATV/UTV trail system, including all funded trails and routes, will open on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at 8:00 am. Click here for more information.
The Vilas County Off Highway Motorcycle (OHM) system is now open for the season. This includes all state-funded trails near Tamarack Springs Campground in Conover. See more details here.
For more information, please contact the Vilas County Forest, Recreation & Land Department at (715) 479-5160.
