Here in the heart of Hodag Country, we welcome visitors all year long with tasty restaurants, interesting attractions and great recreation options—not to…

You know what winter in the Northwoods of Wisconsin means, right? Snow, snow and more snow—all just waiting for your next outdoor adventure….

The results are in! We asked food fans to name their favorite Rhinelander restaurant and we received more than 1,000 responses—everything from taverns…

There’s nothing like a hearty Northwoods breakfast and Rhinelander’s restaurants serve up all the classics: pancakes, bacon and sausage, eggs and more. Feeling…

If there’s one cuisine that defines the Northwoods, it’s the fish fry—and Rhinelander is fish fry central! In Hodag Country, restaurants serve up…

Northwoods vacations are a little sweeter in Rhinelander, a destination that has plenty of delicious ice cream shops, candy stores and restaurant pie…

Rhinelander is a Northwoods destination that knows how to have fun. Our friendly taverns, restaurants and supper clubs have cold beverages & hot…

Coffee lovers: welcome to a Northwoods destination that will help your day get off to a fantastic start. Hodag Country has plenty of…

More than 1,100 miles of snowmobile trails around Rhinelander. Here’s a downloadable map of the Oneida County snowmobile trail system.

A seven-ounce beer helped put Rhinelander on the map. The Rhinelander Brewing Company, maker of the Rhinelander Shorty, is still going strong decades…

Rhinelander is your destination for winter recreation in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Use the resources on this page to find trail reports, snow…

This fall, take a trip through Hodag County. Set in the heart of the Northwoods of Wisconsin, the Rhinelander Area wows visitors with…

There’s nothing like golfing in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, and there’s no better place to enjoy a day on the course than in…

This scenic trail skirts the Wisconsin River in the heart of downtown Rhinelander. It offers nice river views and is the perfect place…

We Hodags need our beauty sleep, which is why I built my den in Rhinelander. Nowhere else in the Northwoods can you find…

It gets a little lonely in all this beautiful open space, so I’m glad so many of y’all are joining me (your favorite…

4148 South Shore Dr

4095 Pine Ln

A 240-acre lake located south of Rhinelander, Lake Julia is one of the more popular fishing lakes in Hodag Country. Whether you’re looking…

Lake George is located southeast of Rhinelander off Highway 8. This like is popular among anglers, who can cast for musky, panfish, bass…

Located in the heart of Rhinelander, Boom Lake is a flowage on the Wisconsin River offers a convenient option for outdoor recreation, whether…

2963 Nostalgia Ln

3097 East Lake George Road

4054 County Road P

Although the trail is less than a mile, it is one of the most beautiful places in the area to take a nature…

Hike 11 miles of trails located on the property of Holiday Acres Resort, located on the shores of scenic Lake Thompson east of…

Ski eight miles of expertly groomed trails at the scenic Northwood Golf Course. The trail is located 2.5 miles west of Rhinelander, just…

Explore 15 miles of trails winding through the forest and passing the shores of three different lakes. The trail is located 5.5 miles…

An 11-mile trail consisting of beginner and intermediate terrain located west of Rhinelander. Located 12 miles west of Rhinelander between Highway K and…

Located eight miles south of Highway 8 on County Highway G, this scenic seven-mile trail offers great birding and wildlife viewing. During winter,…

This short, 2.25-mile trail features beginner and intermediate terrain, and allows users to explore wetlands and views of Buck Lake. Located five miles…

Enjoy 15 miles of trails running through a hilly woodland setting. Located seven miles west of Rhinelander and three miles north of Woodboro…

This short 1.5-mile unpaved trail features beginner and intermediate terrain for hiking, biking, and groomed cross-country skiing. Trail is located at Rhinelander High…

Explore eight miles of level, packed-gravel routes running northwest from Rhinelander. Runs north from Larsen Drive in Rhinelander to the town of McNaughton….

Enjoy eight miles of single- and double-track mountain biking trails. Groomed for fat biking in winter. Located three miles north of Rhinelander, off…

Five miles of challenging trails run through the forest in loops of varying lengths. Located off South Shore Drive near Holiday Acres Resort….

Located west of Rhinelander, the Bearskin State Trail runs for 18 miles. The crushed granite surface is suitable to mountain bikes and hybrid…

A 240-acre lake located south of Rhinelander, Lake Julia is one of the more popular fishing lakes in Hodag Country. Whether youre looking…

Lake George is located southeast of Rhinelander off Highway 8. This like is popular among anglers, who can cast for musky, panfish, bass…

Located in the heart of Rhinelander, Boom Lake is a flowage on the Wisconsin River offers a convenient option for outdoor recreation, whether…

Located west of Rhinelander in an undeveloped tract of forest, the Willow Flowage is a true wilderness destination that’s comparable to the Boundary…

Canoers and kayakers looking for a less populated stretch of the Northwoods can explore the Pelican River, which shoots off from the Wisconsin…

The Wisconsin River is the backbone of the state, and the river flows directly through Rhinelander, providing ample opportunity for canoeing and kayaking….

The Enterprise Trail is located south of Rhinelander in the Oneida County Forest. The trail runs for 10 miles (16 miles roundtrip), linking…

This trail system is located west of Rhinelander near the Willow Flowage. The Little Rice Trail offers 16 miles of woodland trails, 23…

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Enjoy the natural beauty of the Northwoods on a horse. Holiday Stables offers riding as well as a petting zoo. Open Memorial Day…

Visitors to downtown Rhinelander will marvel at the Tiffany glass dome atop this historic building, which is on the National Register of Historic…

The complex includes the Rhinelander School Museum, the Logging Museum, Soo Line Depot, Civilian Conservation Corps Museum, model railroad display and an outdoor…

One of the best times of year to enjoy a hike in Hodag Country has arrived! Snow has yet to appear and the…

A blaze of color will soon arrive in the Rhinelander area. Maples will turn brilliant hues of orange and red; oaks turn red,…

As the snow recedes and the forest comes to life, there are new arrivals flying in daily. Its a beautiful time of year…

Rhinelander is the perfect place for a snowmobiling adventure. More than 1,000 miles of trails can be found in the Rhinelander area and…

Rhinelander is a destination that offers beautiful wilderness and great times in town. Best of all, the fun is affordable so it’s the…

The colors are changing and Rhinelander is a perfect place to enjoy a fall hike. With miles of beautiful trails, expansive unspoiled wilderness…

Rhinelander has trails perfect for beginning trail riders and others suited for more advanced riders seeking challenging single-track. Here are three ideas to…

West of Rhinelander you’ll find some trails perfect for silent sports. The Washburn Lake County Trail is located seven miles west of Rhinelander…

Birdwatchers coming to the Northwoods have a chance to get a little closer to nature through the amazing water channels the Rhinelander area…

Experienced mountain bikers know that some of the best riding of the year is in late fall. With the leaves off the trees,…

Right now is a great time to be in the woods. Late-winter brings great snowshoeing conditions to the Rhinelander Area. But as the…

Late winter is the ideal time to cross-country ski in the Rhinelander Area. The area offers an abundance of options, with trails for…

Oct 23, 2021

667 West Kemp Street

This regional arts and cultural center is located in the historic Federal Building in downtown Rhinelander. ArtStart inspires and educates visitors through exhibits,…

70 North Stevens Street

4268 County Road P

648 West Kemp Street

4475 County Road P

1490 Lincoln Street

4225 West Lake George Road

Explore the Wisconsin River and other waters in the Northwoods of Wisconsin on canoes, kayaks, tubes and rafts. Offers canoe camping, day trips,…

Jul 7, 2022 – Jul 10, 2022

4060 South Shore Drive

4149 Satuit Lane

Explore outstanding interactive exhibits for children of all ages. The museum also offers educational classes and programs, as well as the Discovery Toy…

668 West Kemp Street

If you’re in the mood for a game of bowling, head to Hodag Lanes, which features 20 lanes open daily. Food and refreshments…

The Rhinelander Historical Society offers guided tours and information about Rhinelander’s past.

3099 East Lake George Road

2812 Three G's Drive

4330 South Shore Drive