Family Fun
Washburn County is home to a variety of great activities, trails and attractions for your family getaway to Wisconsin. The best way to explore the area with your kids is to pick up the Kids' Scavenger Hunt brochure at the Washburn County Visitor Center in Spooner. Activities in the scavenger hunt include visiting the Spooner Fish Hatchery, taking a train ride on the Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad, tubing down the Namekagon River: Wisconsin's Moving National Park, taking your picture at The Giant Bluegill in Birchwood, taking a hike on a local trail, attending a festival or event, grabbing an ice cream cone, and so much more. After all that fun, bring back pictures to show off at the visitor center and the kids will get a prize bag!
Whether your kids are 2 or 20, you'll have an unforgettable trip to Washburn County with memories to look back at for years to come.
Beaches & Swimming
From small town parks with gorgeous swimming beaches to the well-known Shell Lake Beach offering not…
Attractions
Paint pottery like a true artist. Ride on a historic train. Take a hike at a nature sanctuary. Learn…
All Events
From an award-winning professional rodeo to a cranberry festival to celebrate the harvest, Washburn…
Family Dining
From pancakes big enough to fill your whole platter to cheese curds and ice cream, Washburn County…
Hiking & Wildlife Viewing
Over 100 miles of scenic hiking trails wind through the pristine forests and along the beautiful…
Indoor Activities
There are many great indoor activities for the whole family when you visit Washburn…
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