ATTRACTIONS
Home of the "Theatre in the Wood", with picnic facilities and four nature trails available for the study of wildlife and plants. A lovely wildflower garden blossoms during the spring and summer. A large parking area, restrooms, and beautiful surroundings are yours to visit. Many events are held at this park during the summer, with a number of these becoming an annual tradition. Plays are presented throughout the year and concerts are held on the grounds at various times. Located two miles north of Highway 29 on County Trunk H.
Navarino Nature Center
(NNC) is located 10 miles south of Shawano in the Navarino Wildlife Area
(WDNR). The nature center building features exhibits, a meeting room,
classroom, and is open
Monday from 1 pm to 4:30 pm, Tuesday thru Friday from
8 am to 4:30 pm, Saturday from
8 am to 3 pm, and Weekend Lobby hours from
8 am to 5 pm.
Special events are offered seasonally free to the public. NNC
maintains
14 miles of hiking trails for use from Spring thru Fall, for hiking,
bird watching, and nature exploring. These trails are groomed for
cross-country
skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. For more information
call 715-758-6999.
SHAWANO AREA SKI SHARKS
One of the coolest ways to enjoy yourself on a hot Wednesday evening in the summertime in Shawano is to find a comfortable spot along the shore of the Wolf River (by the hospital) and let the Shawano Area Ski Sharks entertain you.
The Ski Sharks perform
weekly from mid-June through mid-August at the Wolf River Beach behind
the Shawano Medical Center. Many courageous stunts are performed, from
helicopters to double crisscrosses under other jumpers on the
ski-jumping team. The swivel skiers are the graceful acrobats you see
turning and swerving along the river. And the pyramid, one of the most
photographed and precise acts you will see on the water, is one of the
Shawano Ski Shark’s specialties.
Shawano County Expo Center
A multi-purpose Expo
Center for the Shawano Hockey League, Shawano Horse-Key Committee, and
many other activities during the year is located on Waukechon Street,
Shawano. This facility is open to the Shawano 4-H and Shawano Horse-Key
Committee during the summer and the Shawano Hockey League and open ice
skating in the winter. For more information call
715-524-3976.
SHAWANO COUNTY FAIR
Come to the Fair! The
Shawano County Fair will entertain, educate and excite
you with nightly entertainment in the grandstand, 4-H exhibits and
wonderful
food. The Fair is held over Labor Day. For more
information please call the Shawano County Fairgrounds at 715-526-5419,
866-715-6532, or www.countyfair.net.
SHAWANO FLEA MARKET
The Shawano
Flea Market is at the Shawano County Fairgrounds
located at 990 East Green Bay Street, Shawano. Open every Sunday from
April till the end of October from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (except
for the Fair-Labor Day weekend). There is a special two-day flea market
on Memorial Day Weekend and a massive sale over the 4th of
July.
The market is especially well known for it’s wide variety of antiques
and collectibles. In addition to the antiques and collectibles there is
a wide variety of Wisconsin crafts, close-outs, bargains, folk-art,
tools, sports cards and much, much more!
For additional information to become a seller or attend the market, contact: Zurko’s Midwest Promotions, 211 W. Green Bay St., Shawano, Wisconsin 54166. Or phone 715-526-9769.
SHAWANO MAIN STREET STATUES
In the fall of 1990, 21st Century Genetics (now CRI/Genex) donated the first Sprit of Shawano sculpture at the corner of Main and Green Bay Streets to commemorate their 50th anniversary. The area logging industry donated the second sculpture depicting the history and importance of the logging industry in the area. Contributors of the second sculpture were Weber Veneer & Plywood, Timbco, Shawano Paper Mill and Tigerton Lumber Company. The sculptor of the two statues was Lyndon Pomeroy of Billings, Montana.
To the residents of this area, these sculptures serve as a reminder of our heritage and are encouraging symbols of the accomplishments made through dedication and hard work.
Attention all race fans! Saturday nights from April to September come and watch IMCA Stock Cars, IMCA Modifieds, Shawano Sportsman, and WISSOTA Late Models race around Shawano Speedway’s dirt track. Start time is 6:30 PM. Come early to reserve a good seat. For more information contact the Shawano County Fairground’s office at 715-526-5419.
CASINOS
MENOMINEE CASINO-BINGO-HOTEL
Menominee Casino-Bingo-Hotel…where winning comes naturally. Whether you’re looking for live entertainment or planning a weekend get-away to the North Woods, the Menominee Casino-Bingo-Hotel delivers a variety of choices and is open 24 hours a day. Located five miles north of Shawano on Highway 47/55 in Keshena. The facility offers more than 840 slots, video poker, and 12 blackjack table games. There’s also a gift/smoke shop, and a 100-room hotel with pool and conference center. The Forest Island Restaurant will satisfy any appetite with a daily buffet. A 30-site RV campground is open seasonally. With the renovation of the new show lounge look for your favorite national acts.
Tucked away in the Wisconsin North Woods, the Mohican North Star Casino and Bingo is a world apart yet easy to find. It is located 18 miles northwest of Shawano on County Highway A between Bowler and Gresham. The casino is handicapped-accessible and is open 24 hours a day on weekends and weekdays 8:00 AM to 2:00 AM.
Mohican North Star offers over 1000 slots including video poker and keno, plus several progressive slot machines. There’s even a non-smoking area. Blackjack players will find plenty of action at 18 tables, including a high stakes area. If you enjoy bingo, they offer exciting games in the new Indus Room, which also features national entertainment acts monthly.
At the Star Light Bar refresh yourself with your favorite beverage. The North Star Café will satisfy your craving with a light snack or a full meal. You can also stock up on your favorite snacks, beverages and fill your tank at the Little Star Convenience Store, right next door to the casino. Visit Little Star Smoke Shop for savings on your favorite tobacco products.
A full-service RV campground is open year-round. The 57 sites are nestled amongst majestic trees and include 50/30/20 amp service, water hook-ups, picnic table, fire ring and 24-hour security. To reserve space, call ahead at 1-800-952-0195.
GOLF
Golden Sands Golf Community
Overlooking the east
shore of Shawano Lake lies a beautiful 18-hole golf course with finely
manicured greens and fairways. Outings of all sizes are welcome with
banquet settings for up to 450 people. For more information call
715-745-2189.
Maple Hills Golf Course
N6621 Cardinal Lane
Wittenberg, WI 54499
715-253-2448
Scenic, mature course with irrigated fairways. This well-maintained course features tree lined fairways, ponds, and a river to emphasize the beautiful country setting. Also the Many Trails Banquet Hall and the Pine Hills Clubhouse are available for meetings, receptions, parties, and for other group functions. For more information call 715-787-3778.
In 2002 Riverside Golf Club added 9 holes to become a 18 hole, par 70, 6131-yard golf course. They have a cocktail lounge with a beautiful view overlooking the golf course and a great dining establishment in Clintonville. For more information call 715-823-2992 / 866-823-2992.
Shawano Lake Golf Course is a beautiful 18 hole course located on the north shore of Shawano Lake. For more information call 715-524-4890.
PARKS
Cecil Lions Park
Just off Highway 22, featuring a baseball diamond, at which the Cecil Mudhen’s play through the summer months. It also has picnic and playground areas and 2 shelters. One is available for rent for your family get-togethers.
Cecil Sunset Park
Located 3 miles north of Bonduel on Highway K & 22 or seven miles east of Shawano on Highway 22. Cecil Sunset Park has camping available from May through September. A public swimming beach with changing house/restrooms, picnic area, playground, basketball court, boat launch and fishing pier.
Embarrass River Park
Not limited to ATV use, the park also provides a variety of camping accommodations, with water and electricity available and shower facilities.
Visitors will have the opportunity to picnic, use the playground equipment and walk the nature trail. The Embarrass River, which runs through the park, is great for fishing, rafting, tubing and kayaking. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and the rapids on the river.
Hayman Falls
Thirty acres of scenic, wooded trails along the rugged riverbank of the Embarrass River plus an additional forty acres suitable for hiking. Park has a shelter house, grills, rest room facilities, playground equipment and a fresh water well. Take County Trunk M west of Shawano through Pella 1 mile then south ½ mile--follow the signs.
Homme Home
One mile north of Wittenberg on Highway 45 this twelve acre site contains a picnic area, rest rooms, swimming, and fishing.
Kuckuck Park
Enjoy the view of the scenic Wolf River from the picnic area or playground of this City Park. The shelter will protect you from the hot sun or sudden rain shower.
Maple Lane/County Farm
Located two miles south of Shawano on Highway 22. During the winter months the sledding hill offers lots of excitement for the old and young alike.
Mielke Park
The Mielke Park located near the west end of Shawano Lake on County HHH has many walking trails for visitors of all ages to enjoy. Picnic tables, grills, new playground equipment, and rest rooms are available.
Memorial Athletic Field
Memorial Athletic Field is probably the most easily recognized, with the Army tank at the southwest corner of the park. Located along the East Side of Main Street between Elizabeth Street and Lieg Avenue, one can find activities all year long. Several of the shelters and out-buildings are equipped with modern restrooms and most of the larger activity areas are lighted. Three softball diamonds, four lighted tennis courts, a lighted basketball court, horseshoe pits, picnic and playground areas and much more occupy this 17 acre park. A children’s wading pool is open in the summer and during the winter months the park has an ice skating rink.
Shawano Lake County Park
Located on the north shore of Shawano Lake, this thirty-acre park is divided into two areas. An attractively wooded area features 90 campsites on approximately 18 acres. Electricity, showers, play equipment, roller skating rink, camp store, fish cleaning facilities, and a dump station are some of the features. The rest of the park includes a large picnic area, tennis and basketball courts, softball area, volleyball court, and restrooms. A 300-foot sand beach is one of the more popular summer attractions at the park. Boat launching is available at this site on County Highway H.
Sunset Island
At the end of North Franklin Street in the city of Shawano is a lovely three acre park situated on the Channel of the Wolf River which leads to Shawano Lake. A boat dock, picnic shelter, rest rooms and grills with handicapped accessible fishing piers are available at this location.
Waukechon Riverside Park
This sixty-eight acre park is 6 miles south of Shawano just west of the intersection of County K and County CCC. A wildlife area, boat landing, launching dock, picnic tables, fishing dock, and grills are available at this location on the Wolf River.
Wilson Lake-Voelz Park
This quiet 40-acre park is located on the western edge of Shawano County, just two miles west of Wittenberg on Nightingale Rd. A picnic area, grills, bath house and swimming area, rest rooms, playground equipment and shelter house make this an excellent all day getaway. Also, ski trails are available during the winter months.
Wolf River Beach
Public beach along the Wolf River Beach in the Shawano area with restrooms, and a changing room with showers is open to the public.
RECREATION
The Embarrass River ATV Park is a 580 acre park in Tigerton that has been developed as a multi-purpose park with emphasis on ATV trails. With about 20 miles of trails, this park offers terrific ATV trails with the "Riverside Challenge Area" giving riders the opportunity to test their skills on speed, jumps and turns. The Embarrass River ATV Park also sponsors Spring, Summer and Fall Moto competitions each year. For more information regarding the park facilities and hours call 1-888-947-2288.
BOWLING
Mountain Bay Lanes
604 S. Main St.
Shawano, WI 54166
715-526-5480
CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
* Maple Lane/County Farm-located on Highway 22, two miles south of Shawano.
*Voelz County Park-located two miles west of Wittenberg on Highway 29.
*Navarino Wildlife Area-located 10 miles south of Shawano. (County Highway K to Swamp Road south, turn east on County T to McDonald Road south, turn east on Lindsten Road)
*Acres for Recreation-located 4 miles north of Shawano on Retreat Road. (County Highway H to Old Lake Lane to Retreat Road)
GO CARTS/MINIATURE GOLF
Shawano Sports
Park
1056. E. Green Bay St.
Shawano, WI 54166
715-526-3223
Midwest Amusement Park
W5901 County Road BE
Bonduel, WI 54107
715-526-5245
MAZE
Marion
A-MAZE-ment Park
111 Industrial Dr.
Marion, WI 54950
715-754-6293
MOUNTAIN BAY
AND WIOUWASH STATE TRAILS
The Mountain Bay Trail is 83 miles of former railroad corridor which stretches from Green Bay to Wausau. The Shawano Country Portion contains 51 miles which extends from the Village of Pulaski to the Village of Eland, and is designed for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. During the winter months the trail is used for snowmobiling and ATV use.
The WIOUWASH State Trail intersects with the Mountain Bay Trail in the Village of Eland. The Shawano Country portion contains 23 miles which extends from Split Rock to the Village of Aniwa.
Yearly trail passes are
available at the Shawano Area Chamber of Commerce at 213 E. Green Bay
Street, Shawano.
SHAWANO
RECREATION CENTER
Located on Division Street in Shawano, the "Rec Center" has an indoor swimming pool and well-equipped exercise room, complemented by two racquetball courts and outdoor courts for volleyball and badminton. For more information call 715-526-6171.
SNOWMOBILING
More than 300 miles of groomed and marked snowmobile trails make Shawano Country a snowmobiler’s paradise. Scenic trails wind through majestic forests and scenic meadows, offering hours of snowmobiling pleasure. ATV’s can also be used on most of the snowmobile trails as long as the temperature is less than 28 degrees. If you don’t have a snowmobile or an ATV do not worry, there are local sport shops that will rent you one for your enjoyment. For trail conditions and information call 715-524-4349.
SHOPPING
Shopping comes in all sizes in
Shawano Country. Downtown Shawano’s main street boasts of hometown
hospitality at one of the area’s cozy cafes or coffee specialty shops.
Choose from shops of all types...all within easy walking distance of
ample free parking; cards and gifts, flowers, books, home decor,
banking, bath and body, shoes, clothing, crafts, and auto supplies are
all just down the street.
Do you prefer the discount
stores and mall atmosphere? Not to worry, we have that too!! Fairview
Plaza located next to the Shawano County Fairgrounds on East Green Bay
Street has a large grocery store, home and hardware center and many
other specialty shops. If by some chance you don’t find what you want
there, the Shawano Plaza will likely provide a shop that meets your
needs, with another large grocery store, another large discount store
and a national retail department store along with a multitude of smaller
specialty and professional outlets.
If you still haven’t found that "just right" item, you may want to try one of Wisconsin’s largest flea markets, taking place each Sunday from April through October at the Shawano County Fairgrounds. Antique lovers will delight in the numerous shops throughout Shawano Country.
Shawano Country also has many other types of shopping opportunities to enjoy. Experience cultural heritage at the Headquarters General Store or the Arvid D. Miller Museum in Bowler or the Menominee Casino-Bingo-Hotel in Keshena. Visit the Lark Country Store off of Lark Road in Bonduel for some real Amish treasures. Tigerton Market Square Mini Mall features antique, crafts, video rentals, and collectibles. Wittenberg is home to the world famous Nueske’s Hillcrest Farm Meats and their Applewood smoked specialties. Many of our area communities have a prominent downtown along with other shops to visit along the way.
WATERSPORTSBOATING
Shawano Country, with its many lakes, rivers and streams provides water for all types of boating. Shawano Lake, the largest lake in the county with 6063 acres of water, is available for all types of boating. For the sailing enthusiast that wants to sail through a lazy afternoon, or the motor boat enthusiast that wants to pull several water skiers, Shawano Lake has the space for everybody to enjoy the fun of boating. Don't worry if you don’t have your own boat or jet ski, the local marinas have rental units available for your enjoyment!
CANOE & KAYAK WHITE WATER
Shawano Country is blessed with a white water playground. The Red River near Gresham is enjoyed by kayakers, white water rafters and canoeists alike. The section of the Red River from the Gresham dam to Ziemer’s Falls, or Red River landing a ½ mile beyond that, is popular with the whitewater set.
FISHING
Shawano Lake is Shawano Country’s largest lake with an area of 6,063 and is one of the top fishing lakes in the State of Wisconsin featuring Muskie, Northern, Walleye, Crappie, Perch, and Rock Bass. Shawano Country has many other lakes. Visit the Shawano Area Chamber of Commerce for a listing of all the lakes.
RIVER RAFTING
White water rafts and orange life jackets make a day on the Wolf River more fun than a roller coaster ride. Rafting means a good soaking and a lot of yelling as you go through the rapids. A number of rafting outfitters are located within a 45-minute drive from the City of Shawano.
Big Smokey Falls
715-799-3359
20 Miles North of Shawano on Hwy. 55Herb’s Rafting
715-882-8611
25 Miles North of Shawano on Hwy. 55River Forest
715-882-3351
28 Miles North of Shawano on Hwy. 55Shot Gun Eddy’s
715-882-4461
920-494-3782
25 Miles North of Shawano on Hwy. 55