Sparta is well known in Wisconsin for it's amazing biking. It's located at the junction of the Elroy-Sparta and La Crosse River bike trails, and it's also home to the first rail-bed to be converted into a bike trail. Hop off the trails, however, and you'll quickly see...
11 Amazing Adventures in Baraboo
It’s impossible not to stop and stare as you drive through the Baraboo area. Winding roads take you through gorgeous bluffs that seem to rise out of nowhere. Nods to the beloved circus that once called this place home are scattered throughout downtown, from the murals...
Ten Things You’ve Got to Do in Janesville
From gorgeous parks and trails to an exciting and ever-evolving downtown, Janesville is everything that's great about Wisconsin and so much more. From outdoor recreation, to fun downtown stores and events, to countless reasons to spend time with those you love,...
Raise a Glass to Wisconsin’s Craft Beverages
If there’s anything we know how to do here in Wisconsin, it’s how to craft a great beverage. But with so many options of beer, wine and spirits in our state, how do you go about deciding what to drink when you post up at a bar, or what to grab when you head into the...
Four of Our Favorite Wisconsin Main Street Communities
A community's Main Street is the beating heart of its town. It's the city's center, it's full of history, and it's a gathering spot for residents and visitors alike. In Wisconsin, Main Street communities are known for being friendly, charming and authentic, with...
8 Things To Do at Historic Norskedalen
Whether you come to experience the natural beauty of the coulee region, the history of the Norwegian heritage preserved in the buildings and artifacts, or to take a class or attend a program, Norskedalen has something unique and very special for all ages. We're...
10 Reasons Why You NEED to Experience Birkie Week
Fresh snow. Northwoods vibes. Winter athletes. And lots and lots of cowbells. Simply put, there is nothing quite like the American Birkebeiner & Kortelopet. As the first- and second-largest cross-country ski races in North America, the "Birkie" and "Korte" are...
10 Amazing Places to Stay in Bayfield & Sawyer Counties
While filming a recent episode of Discover Wisconsin, our crew became quite acquainted with some absolutely amazing places to stay in towns like Bayfield, Cable and Hayward. And so, I made a list of those very places—just for you! Bayfield County Rustic Yurts...
This National Scenic Riverway in Wisconsin is Simply Amazing
Did you know that a free national park flows right through Wisconsin? The Namekagon River is, hands down, one of Wisconsin’s most beautiful waterways. It’s part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway in northwest Wisconsin, which is the only river managed by the...