(Bagley Rapids Campground)…read more One of the best campgrounds in the state, in my opinion. This is a semi-wilderness campground, and that's why I love it so much. No electricity is provided, something I love about this place, but you can pump fresh water from the well, and outhouse toilets are on site. The best sites are along the river, but only a few of them offer any real privacy or seclusion. Site 21 has the thickest surrounding vegetation and offers the best privacy of any site along the river. However, if being on the river is not as important to you as it is to some, the sites along the back loops offer the most privacy, and most people choose not to use those sites. On more than one occasion I arrived to find all the river sites full and had to stay in one of the back sites. Most of the time I was the only camper in the back loop, giving me the ultimate feeling of being truly alone. The rapids offer some great swimming in certain areas, but fishing on the river doesn't offer much. I also wouldn't recommend floating down the river, especially not along the campsites. There are areas along the river that are potentially very dangerous or deadly if you are not a good swimmer, so I advise caution at all times. Bagley also offers some fantastic hiking trails for those of you who love to be out in the thick of it. I would advise against wearing shorts if you decide to hike through any part of the forest that is not a trail. Poison oak and poison ivy are everywhere. If you are looking for an extremely peaceful and relaxing camping trip, one where you're not surrounded by campers, RV's, and loud annoying music, then I highly recommend giving this place a try.

Classic forested lake country. There are a ton of mosquitoes, but not particularly voracious. On a…read more sunny day hard to beat for natural beauty anywhere in the lower forty eight. Unlike Boundary Waters, a gentle, inviting woodland, however, the infernal combustion engine arrived long ago. The campsites are thankfully primitive. There are, to my knowledge, no rip off 'family' type campsites, the crash commercialism of which has become so widespread in recent years.

Copper Falls State Park is often ranked among Wisconsin's top state parks, and it's easy to see…read morewhy. Located in the Northwoods of northern Wisconsin, the park's highlight is the Doughboy Trail, a well-developed two-mile loop that offers excellent views of both Copper Falls and Brownstone Falls. The trail is easy to follow, well-maintained, and includes several scenic overlooks. Because of its distance--several hours from cities like Madison--I recommend combining a visit with other Northwoods attractions. A great option is to stop here while exploring the Apostle Islands or the Bayfield area. Once inside the park, follow the main road past the ranger station until it ends at the parking lot, where you'll find restrooms and the Doughboy Trailhead. This is a beautiful park and well worth the stop, especially if you plan it alongside other northern Wisconsin adventures.

As we traveled north, we stopped at several state parks, and Copper Falls stood out as one of the…read moreprettiest--often noted in reviews for having the highest waterfall in the area. We were able to park easily and walk a short, fairly easy loop to reach the falls. The view of the waterfall was beautiful, though the trail itself isn't very shaded. Thankfully, the weather was mild during our visit, which made for a pleasant stop. Parking was plentiful, and the park overall felt accessible and well maintained. A worthwhile stop for an hour or so if you're exploring northern Wisconsin.

We stayed in Tomahawk, WI for an extended holiday weekend and were looking for a spot to do some…read morepaddle boarding. While there's tons of lakes in the area, not all of them are ideal for paddle boarding. Buck Lake (which is part of the Almon Recreational Area) most definitely is! They don't rent out paddle boards right at the lake, so if you don't have your own, you'll definitely have to rent one elsewhere and bring it here. We have our own, so that wasn't a problem. The Almon Recreation Area includes a paved path leading to a small beach and nice little swimming area in Buck Lake. The beach also offers a great launching point for paddle boards. The lake itself is relatively small and wake free, so, even if the beach area is busy, you can easily paddle out to serenely crowd free conditions. We went three days in a row on a holiday weekend and only ever came within shouting distance of one canoe and one paddle boat. Beyond that, we had the lake to ourselves. Just above the beach is a wooded picnic area, complete with grills, picnic tables, and bathrooms. The recreation area also includes (down a separate paved path) a pretty epic frisbee golf course that meanders through the woods as well a trail system if you're looking to take scenic hike. Leashed dogs are allowed on the trail system. No pets (leashed or otherwise) are allowed at the beach/picnic area.

We stopped here twice on our recent excursion to Upper Michigan. It was a great place to walk our…read moredogs and for me to tryout my new GRIT Freedom Chair. We went a little way off road and also used the paved path. Loved the areas we got see and can't wait to go back and explore some more!

Fantastic ! Hike up to the tower and then up in the tower …read more Spacious parking area . Nicely maintained trails. Have fun !

I've had Timm's Hill on my bucket list for DECADES! I climbed the tower on Rib Mountain when I was…read morea kid, only to find out later that Rib Mountain is NOT the highest point in Wisconsin. Well, today, finally - MADE IT, MA! TOP OF THE WORLD! (An obscure reference to James Cagney as Cody Jarrett.) At least, the Top of Wisconsin! It's Timm's Hill near Ogema, in Price County. At an elevation of 1,951.5 ft (595 m) above sea level, it is the highest natural point in the state. (The hill has a prominence of 425 feet - that means it rises 425 feet above the surrounding grade.) While you make a great deal of the 425 feet by vehicle, the rest of the climb is by your hoofing it up an improved trail. There are two benches on the trail where you can rest before reaching the summit. Once you get to the summit, there is a a county owned observation tower that you can climb. (80 steps, if I counted correctly.) The tower is adjacent to a fire tower that is actually centered on the geological marker that indicates the actual height is 1,952.868 feet about sea level. (The marker is mounted in a concrete pylon that might add an extra 1.368 feet, but I am speculating.) The fire tower is taller than the observation tower, so except for the fire tower struts, you have an unobstructed view of 30 miles in all directions. The park's gate is open May through October 7:30am-9:30pm.

My daughter and I stopped in before a wedding we attended. The staff was so nice and accommodating…read more I loved the little store they had-we got a nice puzzle and a butterfly toy to take home. Their facility is small but they pack in so much fun and educational items. My daughter loved the soft play area with all the toys and stuff. And also loved climbing up the tree and being able to walk outside to the observation patio. We tried to go on a short hike outside, but the mosquitoes were very bothersome and my little one was not having it. There is ample parking.

Took the kids (age 8 and 5) on a Monday morning. The route we took was pleasant and well marked…read more Parking was ample. The woman at the front of the visitor's center was very helpful. The kids did a small scavenger hunt in the building and received stickers for completing. A small tree you can clim had stairs and at the top a birds nest. The facility was very clean. The kids were given nets to catch bugs or butterflies (or frogs) and we utilized the "Purple" trail as an easy hike for the kids. The playground area was just the right size and the surrounding flowers we so cheery. The restrooms were very clean as well. We would have stayed longer but had lunch plans nearby. I highly recommend

This is the perfect little park right on Lake Minocqua. We enjoyed when our children were little…read moreto pull the boat right up to it and let them out to play on the beach or have a picnic. Today I was there just to enjoy the fall weather and take a walk down all the trails near by. A lot of people were eating their lunches out on blankets and soaking up the last bit of the warm sunshine. They have a beautiful area with play equipment for children, a tennis court area, and a pavilion with a lot of picnic tables.

Great park with lots things for the kids to climb on. We loved the beach. We went in the middle of…read moreJune and there was a lifeguard on duty the whole time. There is a nice on site bathroom and shower to rinse off. Be sure to bring sand toys for the little kids or kayak, paddle board or canoe for the older kids. Within walking distance to the downtown shopping area.

Wonderful experience on a beautiful 3 hour float on the Wisconsin River from RWT to County K sign…read more Lots of twists and turns and navigable obstacles. Path was kept just clear enough to keep it a fun little adventure. Very clean and lots of wildlife...if you're quiet. Very comfy sit on Kayaks. Knowledgeable outfitters. Can't wait to try the whitewater kayaking!

This is such a beautiful area and my understanding that it's the beginning of the Wisconsin river…read more We did (11 year old and 4 other young adults )the 1 hour kayak trip and we will do the 2 hour trip next. The stream never got over 4 ft but there were some navigations to be made around some stumps which made it fun. Just do it.

This is a great little unique stop if you happen to be in the area. It's not really a trail, but…read moreit's fun to climb up and down the boulders while enjoying nature. It's a little tricky to find but hopefully my photos help. The boulders are on the north and south side of the ridge and worth climbing to both sodes. Enjoy!

Signs everywhere saying Private Property Keep Out and No Trespassing....ignore them! Walk down the…read moredirt road until you get to the fork that goes to the left. As soon as you see it just go left into the woods. The caves are at the bottom and cover two different areas between the huge hills. A fun hike snd and really beautiful. We definitely smelled a bear!!!