Winter
A Downtown Revival
A Downtown Revival Sure, the downtown of Eagle River is charming with a “Main Street USA” appeal. But did you know it welcomed half a dozen restaurants and more than…
Read MoreOnly in Eagle River – The Tom Hill Chickadees
Recreation trails are open year-round in the Eagle River area for seasonal activities like hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling (just to name a few!). While that’s not unique…
Read MoreOnly in Eagle River – The Dome
There are stadiums, arenas, rinks, and domes throughout the world. But there is only one sports facility simply called The Dome. It might be the reason Eagle River is Hockey…
Read MoreA Genuine Northwoods Supper Club
Known for dim lighting, large portions, local décor, and a drink list often longer than the menu, supper clubs have a long and storied history in Wisconsin. In Eagle River,…
Read MoreEagle River’s Up North History Rooted to Southern Neighbors
Founded as Eagle River in 1885, the area’s history goes much further back. If only the trees could talk, right? The history of Eagle River can be broken into several…
Read MoreUnexpected Culinary Delights
The Wisconsin Northwoods is well known for its supper clubs and a classic Friday fish fry. And for good reason! But did you know that the Eagle River area is…
Read More24 hours in Eagle River: Winter Edition
There’s no month that feels longer than January. The post-holiday blues set in hard for everyone, and winter realllly starts to drag. Wisconsin winters are famously long, but after a…
Read MoreHappy Winter Trails for Silent Sports
For cross-country skiers and snowshoers, there’s nothing quite like connecting with nature on a serene Northwoods trail. Observing undisturbed wildlife in the winter is truly a memorable event for anyone.…
Read MoreSnow Time Like the Present
Still looking for that perfect gift this holiday season? Maybe it’s because you aren’t in the right frame of mind. Let’s see if this helps: You wake up in a…
Read MoreThe Winter Bucket List
Contrary to popular belief, winter does not last forever in northern Wisconsin. So even though winter is just starting and the snow hasn’t decorated our natural landscape, now is the…
Read MoreFuel Up with Tasty Dishes
Between all of our ice- and snow-inspired winter activities and a full docket of outdoor spring adventures on our trails and lakes, now is as good as any time to…
Read MoreEagle River: North of the Blue Line
The Eagle River area is steeped in ice hockey history. It’s home to the Wisconsin Hockey Hall of Fame, host of the Adult Pond Hockey National Championships (postponed until February…
Read MoreDashing Through the Snow
You won’t be in a one-horse open sleigh, but Eagle River has the key ingredients for fun winter excursions: snow and trails. Whether you prefer the motor of a snowmobile…
Read MoreLearn How Eagle River Makes Those Pristine Snowmobile Trails
A Q&A with Sno-Eagle Trail Boss Brian Scheid Play Video The Eagle River area is known as the Snowmobile Capital of the World® for good reason. It hosts the internationally…
Read MoreFriday Fish Fry Guide
From relaxing atmospheres reminiscent of a log cabin to more refined supper club and resort restaurant experiences, there’s a Friday fish for you in Eagle River. Below is just a…
Read MoreFeatured Snowmobile Ride – Kimball Creek Run
When it comes to the trails in the Snowmobile Capital of the World®, the Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club are the experts and proud groomers of 80 miles of world class trials.…
Read MoreIf The Snowshoe Fits, Wear It
With this many scenic trails and snowshoe events, maybe they should start calling us The Snowshoe Capital of the World too! Join us for a few, or all, of our…
Read MoreWinter Bucket List & Packing Guide
First, you’ll need to plan what you’re going to do on your winter trip to Eagle River, but don’t worry, we’ve got the tools to help you with that too.…
Read MoreRecreational Area’s To Visit in Winter
Sure, summer is beautiful around here with late-night sunsets on the lake and green canopies everywhere you look, but lucky for us, the sights never stop – even in the…
Read MoreSnowmobile Derby Weekend
Block Off Your Calendar Vintage Weekend: January 12 – 15, 2023. If you’re looking to pack your winter with all of the exciting snowmobile events you can, don’t forget to…
Read MoreWhere to Cross-Country Ski in Eagle River
Subtle slopes or heart-racing hills, find the groomed cross-country skiing trail you’re looking for. Local Trees For Tomorrow Environmental Educator, Kim Feller tells us her favorites, but we’ve got plenty…
Read MoreNorthwoods Artisans
We’re not all anglers and outdoorsy, we’ve got some serious artisans in our neck of the woods. From craft beer and handmade bread to home goods and fine art, take…
Read MorePlanning a Couples Getaway in Eagle River
With quiet morning hikes, warm and cozy cottages and beautiful scenery, why wouldn’t you want to spend a romantic weekend together in Eagle River? See what’s in store. Come Up…
Read MoreWhat to do in Winter
Well, with all of the area trails and routes, we’ve got plenty of action-packed fun, we are the Snowmobile Capital of the World® after all. But, if you’re looking for…
Read MoreBring the Whole Gang – Traveling with a Group in Eagle River
Sure, we’re pretty laid back but when it comes to things to do with a group, you won’t run out of them in Eagle River. And those options don’t end…
Read MoreLakes to Drop Your Line
When you go ice fishing on the World’s Largest Chain of 28 Lakes, you can be sure that there’s plenty of room to set up your spot. But while you’re…
Read MoreHockey Capital of Wisconsin™
We sure know a thing or two about hockey. Maybe it’s because we’re pretty close to Canada, or that the Wisconsin Hockey Hall of Fame is located here, or it…
Read MoreSnowmobile Getaway
With over 500 miles of trails, there’s a lot of ground to cover. Lucky for us the President of Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club shared his favorite ways to get around the…
Read MoreThe Snowmobile Capital of the World®
It’s that time of the year when Eagle River transforms into the Snowmobile Capital of the World®. It won’t be long until a blanket of snow covers the landscape and…
Read MoreCross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing and More
Eagle River believes in all four seasons. That’s why the area’s miles of trails used for summer fun like hiking can be used for silent sports like cross country skiing…
Read MoreIce Brick by Ice Brick
Many of us have memories of building snow forts or igloos as children. Some of us build them with our children today. In Eagle River, we’ve been building an ice…
Read MoreEagle River Part of Fat Tire Biking Trend
Bicycles aren’t just for summer anymore. Fat tire bicycles have spun into the national spotlight as a new winter trail sport. In Eagle River, we welcome fat tire bikers to…
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