Was so much fun loved the lake and the playground was nice us such a nice place to go with your…read morefamily

A secluded county park not too many folks know about Yahr park is a nice place to take your family…read moreswimming or drop a fishing line. The park offers tiered parking and we always choose the closest possible Parking as there have been car break ins that occurred in the farthest lost when we've been here. Hopefully an isolated event! The lake has a clean spacious beach area with two shaded benches and lots of picnic tables to store your belongings or hold a bbq while the kids swim. There is a fishing pier and the lake hosts a lot of canoeing and kayaking. There also is a nearby upgraded playground with bathrooms. Located between West Bend and Fredonia your bound to run into neighbors or friends here if your from either area!

Great Charter service serving Port Washington and Racine. They go where the fish are. Professional…read moreand courteous team and plenty of gear to assist in the hunt for salmon, perch, or whatever's biting out on the big lake. The day we went was cold as this spring has been an interesting one so far. Either way it was a good time because we were on the lake and throwing back a few beers with the crew of yahoo's we had on the boat. We didn't catch our limit as we stayed closer inland due to choppy waters. The captain knows what he's doing and fishing Lake Michigan can be exciting when the fish are hitting. As they say though "A bum day out fishing is better than a great day at work". We'll be back again and Nicky Boy will be our charter.

Well what a great day of fishing we had thanks to Captain Red, six of us went out and got 13 fish…read moreeven in the big waves. Plus he made sure the special guest got his first fish and the biggest in the group. His patience and knowledge accented his fun demeanor, we always felt safe even in the big waves having a great time with lots of big fish. I have been on a lot of charters with lots of fish, but this was the best overall experience we have had in salt or fresh water.

The boat patrol on this lake will harass you and pull you over constantly. It seems they are trying…read moreto drive out anyone who isn't using the lake for fishing or sailing. Tickets are always issued, no warnings. Ridiculous rules that are not well published. Seriously, such a shame to have this lake ruined by the people in charge.

For my 100th review I want to tell you about one of my favorite places ever. I am a little biased…read morebecause I have been swimming in Big Cedar since I was a baby, but this place is the shit. 45 minutes north of Milwaukee, this isn't a quiet Northern Wisconsin lake, this is a big, busy, loved lake. A few short weeks from now, the piers and boats will be out and fall colors will be in full swing. On a clear calm day the lake will reflect the tree's colors and the water will be smooth, this is the perfect time for a canoe ride. You could come out here on a frigid January day when the trees are bare and the lake is frozen. The ice fishers will be out with their trucks and shanties huddled around the good spots, fishing their hearts out. Months later spring's progress will be obvious by the slowly melting ice and the buds on the trees. Piers will go in but the lake will still be quiet until Memorial Day when summer at the lake officially starts. Then the water will be choppy with boat wakes and the smell of bbq will be in the air. The CL Yacht has fireworks on the 4th of July and the that night the bay is full of boats of spectators, on the boat ride home the firework fans on the lake shoot off aftershows from their piers. Most busy weekend afternoons in the summer the shallow sandy area on the east side of the lake is full of boats and swimmers playing frisbee, football, and soaking in the sun. Many of the cottage and lake home owners are from Milwaukee or Chicago but there are enough full time residents for you to notice their presence in the off-season. There are several boat ramps on both the east and west sides of the lake. At this point there are four restaurant/bars on the lake: Timmers, Padways, House of Heileman's and Old Cedar Inn. Most days the best plan is a cocktail cruise on the lake and a grill out. In general people keep to themselves but we are Midwest friendly and if you boat runs out of gas (or you can't figure out where neutral is) it isn't hard to find someone to tow you and your boat home. Stop by Big Cedar for a swim, a boat ride, a sunset, or a drink and fish fry at Timmers; chances are you'll come back again soon.

My brother and I took our father fishing for Father's Day. Great trip, even better that Luke…read moredemanded everyone on the boat catch a fish. She's had a blast that she wasn't expecting.

Lake Michigan - Port Washington Salmon and Trout Fishing Reports…read moreAnthony DeFranco 3m * 8 Superb fishing with Ninja Charters - Captain Luke and mate Andy out of Port Washington today! 4:45 AM departure, absolutely perfect weather, brought this huge haul (and 3 more that jumped the surface and threw the hooks - great action, even though we lost those!) One more monster in the boat after what's here. Luke may be one of the youngest Captains in Port, but he has already risen to the top - and his boat is gorgeous and well-equipped. First mate Andy could not have been more helpful.

Lovely and unexpected conservancy in West Bend. The trails are fairly well marked, and they have Q…read morecodes that you can scan for information. Although, when I was doing it, it did not work. Also, bring your bug spray! A lot of the trail is wooded, and there were lots of flies and gnats. We also saw two Cranes in the woods. That was a sweet, unexpected moment. There also is a beautiful barn, which is used for weddings and, I'm sure other events. It would be a lovely venue to hold your wedding. We noticed they are building a children's playground on the property as well. Which looks like it's going to be adorable when it's finished! We really enjoyed our hike. It is not strenuous, and you can take many different trails. Would do it again in fall!

I haven't been here for a few months but I do recommend going. They have paths that you're able to…read morewalk on and see nature. There's history to this place and down by the pond. Some of the family still live on the land. It's a beautiful place to see and to walk around. They have quite a lot going on there. Check out the website and on Facebook. The Barn isn't what it use to be but it's still there and standing. They take great care of everything and keep it all well maintained.

Oh my gosh what a great park nestled into Mequon. We moved to the northshore over a year ago and…read moreare still constantly finding new places to explore. Happy that a recent party invite brought us to this park, because we will be back! We visited the Pavilion located here, which has ton of picnic tables, bathrooms, and even a large kitchen space for hosting events. The open-air building is sat adjacent to the really lovely and large pond in the center of the park. There's a doc that sticks out, and plenty of benches so you can have your pick at where to sit and enjoy the nature. The park itself is pretty massive. Just so much wonderful greenspace. There's not just one, but two playgrounds here as well. Double-points for that! Will definitely plan to return, be it for a picnic, and event we host ourselves, of just to enjoy the great outdoors.

We stopped by here on a whim. Very beautiful! Not very busy at all when we stopped. ( It was a…read moreTuesday afternoon in April. ) The park and walking paths are very clean and well maintained.

This magical, somewhat hidden spot has been a longtime favorite. I started coming here as a kid and…read morenow bring my two kids here for some oneness with nature. It's small and there are only a few short trails, but it's as serene and lovely as can be. Fall is a perfect time to check it out, but wear shoes that can handle mud and slippery leaves. Be sure to head all the way down to the water. The beach is minimal, but the kids will entertain themselves for hours climbing on fallen trees, looking for the perfect rock and perhaps building a shelter out of branches. One last tip: On your way down the steep hill, borrow a walking stick that you'll find on the left hand side near the entrance. Just be sure to return it for the next explorer to use.

I came here all the time when I was a kid and had the pleasure of returning recently. There are…read moreseveral short hiking loops through the woods and a steep entry trail that goes straight down to the water. There is less beach than there used to be; perhaps it's an erosion issue. If you hike along the water, the beach opens up in a few places. It's very secluded! If you take the trails off to the north of the main one, you should stumble upon a bunch of old wooden benches, which are remnants of a long-gone outdoor church. High schoolers frequent this place to, well, do the things that high schoolers do. Don't worry though, they're more scared of you than you are of them. This is a wonderful place to get close to nature. It's generally very quiet. I've seen deer, bats, lots of interesting mushrooms, and many varieties of wildflower. The trail can be overgrown, but it is still quite clear. It's not possible to get lost, as the park is rather small, and all the trails are loops. Just be careful about wandering onto private property. No one seems to care too much, but there are "no trespassing" signs by the fences. If you want better beach, you might have to ignore the warnings, but you didn't hear it from me. Also, be careful along the shore here-- it can be tricky to traverse.

July 21, 2025 it will be 29 years since I 1st met my wife. That bar, snack bar and sandy Beach were…read moreso awesome. Now only giant homes are in it's place. Makes me sad still.

If you happen to be studying a map of Waukesha County's gorgeous lake region, and your eyes settle…read moreon what clearly looks like a tooth shaped lake near the intersection of Highways K and C, you have found Moose Lake. It's 83 acres of beautiful scenery, crystal clear water fed from an underground spring, so yesterday's water temperature was 80°. The depth varies from just 4 feet to 60 feet. There is always a slight breeze in the air, which is great for keeping away the mosquitoes. I visited for two days and saw boating, swimming, fishing, and paddle board activity. Fishing here might net you a Panfish, Largemouth Bass or a Northern Pike. Most of the lakefront properties include private docks, but there is a public access dock as well. Just gorgeous!