Rhinelander Fan Favorites
Rhinelander-lovers know the area is bursting with amazing locations for adventure on land, by water and via city sidewalk.
Here are the Fan Favorites:
Favorite Local Attraction
Wisconsin River Cruises on the Wilderness Queen. Cruises run annually from May-October.
Favorite Recreational Activity
Fishing. Popular area lakes include Boom Lake, Lake George, Lake Julia and the Willow Flowage.
Favorite Lake for Fishing
Boom Lake
Favorite Place to Take the Kids
Pioneer Park Historical Complex. A complex that features several museums, including the logging museum’s reproduction of an 1870s logging camp.
Favorite Place to Grab a Bite
Rhinelander Cafe & Pub. A family-owned restaurant located downtown.
Favorite Fish Fry
Al-Gen Dinner Club. An authentic log cabin restaurant, built in 1932.
Favorite Way to Spend Time on the Lake
Fishing/ice fishing. Makes sense, since the Rhinelander area is known as the Ice Fishing Capital of the World.
Favorite Rainy Day Activity
Going to the movies. Area theaters include the Rouman Cinema in Rhinelander and Lakeland Cinema in Woodruff.
Favorite Lake for Fun
Boom Lake. Enjoy family time at the beach on Thayer Street. There’s a park nearby with a picnic area and basketball and tennis courts for even more fun.
Favorite Place to Watch a Sunset
Boom Lake. Bring a couple of lawn chairs and watch the sun go down. Don’t forget the snacks. You’ll want to stay for this show.
