Chasing Waterfalls in Marinette County
Air Date: 09/01/2018 - 09/02/2018
In this episode, the #DWcrew takes on Marinette County – the Waterfall Capital of Wisconsin! The area’s 14 waterfalls create a stunning environment for hiking, camping, exploring and more. Eric gets in touch with his wild side at Wildman Adventure Resort, where he tackles zip-lining, paint balling and a heart-pounding whitewater rafting trip down the Menominee River before heading to Mickey-Lu Bar-B-Q to try one of their famous burgers. Meanwhile, Mariah dives into Marinette County’s rich history with stops at the Historical Logging Museum and a local antique shop before sampling some of the area’s specialty beer and wine at The Railhouse Restaurant & Brew Pub and Forgotten Fire Winery. Finally, Mariah goes chasing some (frozen) waterfalls along Marinette County’s snowmobile trails.
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Marinette County
With 14 stunning waterfalls, it’s no wonder Marinette County is considered the Waterfall Capital of Wisconsin. Most of the waterfalls are easily accessible via hiking trails or Marinette County Parks, so grab a map and start exploring!
The Marinette County area is also home to one of the most extensive trail systems in the state with over 600 miles of pristine ATV and snowmobile trails maintained year-round. Wildman Adventure Resort offers the ultimate northwoods adventure, with excursions ranging from zip-lining, paint ball, whitewater rafting and more, while Governor Thompson State Park, located along the Caldron Falls Flowage, offers a serene setting for a peaceful weekend getaway.
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The Menominee and Peshtigo Rivers are an excellent source of recreation and beauty in Marinette County.
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With 14 stunning waterfalls scattered throughout the county, Marinette County is considered the Waterfall Capital of Wisconsin.
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Strong Falls is located in Goodman County Park in Marinette County.
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Strong Falls in Goodman County Park is an ideal spot for a relaxing day by the water.
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A bridge stretches over Strong Falls in Goodman County Park in Marinette County.
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A member of the #DWcrew gets close to get the shot at Strong Falls in Marinette County.
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Most of the waterfalls in Marinette County are easily accessible via roads or hiking trails.
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You can explore all 14 Marinette County waterfalls on a self-guided tour.
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Walk across the bridge or just enjoy the view at Veteran's Falls in Marinette County.
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A member of the #DWcrew films at Veteran's Falls in Marinette County.
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Members of the Dun-Good Riders, based in Dunbar, Wisconsin, enjoy a day out on Marinette County's ATV trails.
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Visitors to the Wildman Adventure Resort enjoy a whitewater rafting trip down the Menominee River.
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Rafters celebrate after conquering whitewater rapids on the Menominee River during an excursion with Wildman Adventure Resort.
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Eric and his fellow rafters tackle tough rapids on the Menominee River in Marinette County during a whitewater rafting trip with Wildman Adventure Resort.
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Eric is ready to tackle the Menominee River!
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One thing is certain when you go whitewater rafting...you're going to get wet!
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Rafters get ready for a whitewater rafting trip down the Menominee River with Wildman Adventure Resort.
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Marinette County has over 600 miles of snowmobile trails that are maintained year-round.
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