What to do while you're here:
The Northwoods is full of entertainment, food, and so much more. Here are some of our favorite things to take advantage of while you spend time at Mermaid House.
Local Attractions
Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari is home to over 1,700 animals and 229 species! A visit to the Giraffe Serengeti brings you close enough to one of the tallest mammals in the world. When the giraffe leans down to nibble out of your hand, they might steal a kiss from you instead!
The oldest amateur water ski show int the world, the Min-Aqua Bats Water Ski Club originated in 1950 with a group of local young people water skiing on Sunday afternoons. After noticing their efforts were attracting an audience, the skiers decided to put together a show. The Min-Aqua Bats Water Ski Club was born.
Named for the Bearskin Creek the trail follows, this former railroad corridor is an opportunity to experience the Northwoods of Wisconsin. The railroad line was built to export white pine logs from the forests of northern Wisconsin to the cities of the Midwest. Today the trail is a 21.5-mile recreation corridor between Minocqua and Tomahawk, surfaced with compacted granite suitable for walking and bicycling in summer and snowmobiling in winter.
Whether you want to zip line, aerial trek or drive an argo ATV, we have it all! Since opening in June 2014, we are proud of the high standard of our facilities which ensure that you have the best adventures possible. Our prices reflect the high-quality experiences you’re guaranteed to have with us here at Northwoods Zip Line Adventure Tours. This includes the incredible tours themselves, alongside the knowledgeable staff and guides who are here to help you year round.
Nestled among tall trees on the shores of beautiful Lake Thompson, our vast acres of playgrounds have been a welcoming destination for generations of vacationers for 75 years. Providing you with a relaxing and enjoyable Wisconsin vacation is the Zambon family tradition.
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Featuring spring wildflowers, summer breezes, blazing autumn colors, and crystal-clear winters at our Wisconsin vacation resort, Holiday Acres spills over with happy times for our guests year-round.
Midwest Living Magazine readers voted Holiday Acres among the top Wisconsin Vacation destinations that families love most in the entire Midwest.
Local Restaurants
Located over the water of Lake Minocqua, setting a beautiful scene for family dining. Connected to the Island of Minocqua right in the middle of your seasonal fun.
We are an American Grill featuring locally-sourced ingredients, scratch cocktails, homemade desserts, and kid-friendly options. We feature daily dinner features, gluten-free and vegetarian options.
Maverick’s excels in providing elevated Mexican fare. The menu consists of commonly found recipes that are made with uncommonly fresh ingredients and uniquely-made sides. Great selection of tequilas and friendly, attentive staff. Great selection of gluten-free options as well.
Minocqua Pizza Company is a casual restaurant located one mile south of downtown Minocqua. We serve hand-tossed pizza, giant calzones, and appetizers such as billy bread, chicken wings, cheese curds, and more.
Local bar and grill with craft beer, and cocktails. Tasty burgers, sandwiches and pizza in a relaxed casual atmosphere.