Points of Interest

from The Waters of Minocqua, WI Guest Services Directory

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Kate; and learn how a million pennies became a $20 million bequest which has made possible the Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff. The museum is located at 923 2nd Avenue in Woodruff.

George W. Brown, Jr. - Ojibwe Museum & Cultural Center visitor tours, videos and beautiful dioramas depicting the four seasons of Anishinabe Life as it has been lived for centuries. Visitor hours are: May-October, Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; November-April, Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; and other times by appointment. 603 Peace Pipe Road, P.O. Box 804, Lac du Flambeau. 715-588-3333.

The International Snowmobile Racing Hall of Fame and Museum is located on Highway 70 one mile east of St. Germain and on the main snowmobile trails between the Minocqua and Eagle River area. The museum represents the rich and exciting history of the sport. Forty drivers and industry Hall-of-Famers are enshrined. Historic race sleds, photos, clothing and other memorabilia fill the museum. From the early race winners at Eagle River to the first winner of the Soo I-500 enduro race of Michigan, you will find dozens of interesting displays. Oval sprint, enduro, drag, hill-climb, sno-cross and water skip sleds and race videos can be found at the museum as well as current and historic racing videos. The gift shop features shirts, caps, jackets and racing videos. Museum hours are 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday 715-359-9917.

Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center is home to over 750 mammals, reptiles, primates and birds. Visit the one and only Northwoods zoo. Located at 10094 State Highway 70 W, Minocqua. 715-356-5588.

Cedar Falls South on Highway 51, 5 miles to Oneida Street. Left at fork to Cedar Falls Road. Approximately 7 miles. This is the county’s only real waterfall, where the Tomahawk River first skids and then crashes down a raw rock channel.

Holiday Acres Recreational Park is located next door, within walking distance and open daily. Guided trail rides commence on the hour: gokarts, mini-golf and pony rides are also available. Reservations are accepted. Great family fun for all ages! 715-356-4400.

Lac du Flambeau Indian Bowl Pow-Wow is where visitors have a chance to experience a traditional Indian Pow-Wow at the Indian Bowl in downtown Lac du Flambeau. Shows on Tuesdays in July and August at 7 p.m.

Minocqua Museum exhibits in the Main Gallery are changed every year. Features displays of Minocqua’s early days and people who made a difference in the history of the community. The Centennial Quilt and the Victorian living room are permanent exhibits. Open from early June-September. No admission charge. Milwaukee and Flambeau Street, Downtown Minocqua. 715-356-7666.

Minocqua Pontoon Cruises provides a relaxing, informative and safe pontoon cruise on the beautiful Minocqua Chain of Lakes. Information is available at the Front Desk and reservations are requested. The cruise offers history, points of interest and lots of wildlife.

Minocqua Winter Park and Nordic Center is the Midwest’s premier family cross-country ski center. Trails for all ages and abilities. Heated chalet and waxing areas, ski shop and instructors are available. Highway 70 W to Scotchman Lake Road, Minocqua. 715-3563309.

The Northwoods Wildlife Center, started in 1979 by veterinarian Rory Foster, is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to the care and treatment of injured and orphaned wild animals. The building was opened in 1982. The Center treats several hundred animals each year, 40% of which are birds of prey and the rest are other birds, mammals and reptiles. 8683 Blumenstein Road, Minocqua. 715-356-7400.

Scheer’s Lumberjack Show A unique blend of Wisconsin lumbering history, world-class competition and comedy. 715-356-4050.

Woodruff Fish Hatchery is the largest, most modern warm-water hatchery in the world. The Woodruff Hatchery was established in 1900 and to date has produced millions of muskellunge, northern pike and walleye. In addition, suckers are hatched for forage to be used in the game fish rearing program. The outlet from Madeline Lake provides 2,200 gallons of water per minute for hatching operations. 8770 Highway J, Woodruff. 715-356-5211.

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