Augusta, Wisconsin

This is a fun and scenic stop near Eau Claire, WI.  It is beautiful all year round, but especially in the fall.  The mill was initially used to ground wheat, which was a very important part of Wisconsin's economy during the Civil War era.  It has been used for many different things since then.  C...

When I went in 2019 it was free, but their website says there is a fee now. Hike around for an hour or so and then have a picnic. I went around 6pm after work one day and had a wonderful time.  We only saw about a dozen people and during our picnic we had the place to ourselves!  This is a 135 a...

Levis/Trow Mounds Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Neillsville, Wisconsin.

This trail is found at the Castle Mounds Campground within the Black River State Forest. Black River State Forest is huge so follow these instructions to get to the correct campgrounds: From I-94, take Black River Falls Exit 116, travel west on Hwy 54 into Black River Falls. Drive to the third s...

Hoffman offers convenient parking; there is one large lot, and one for overflow. There are trails that are easy, moderate, and difficult.  All of the trails however, are uphill.  Most of them end at the viewing tower, which showcases Wisconsin, and the beauty that goes along with it.  A very rewa...

Just off Highway 35, on the south side of Fountain City, you will find an easy access boat landing with ample parking and suitable ramps to launch your kayak, canoe or motor boat. Coming from central Wisconsin, we drove 95 that runs the ridges of the driftless region and offers beautiful views of...

Perrot State Park, located in Wisconsin's Driftless Region, is home to many tall bluffs, including Brady's Bluff and Trempealeau Mountain. Many elevated hikes give you a wonderful view of the Mississippi River and its surrounding bluffs, but the real treasure is seeing this area from the water by...

John A. Latsh State Park is directly off of Hwy. 61 a few miles north of Winona. Begin your hike at the parking lot, following the signs for the Riverview Trail. The hike itself is a short, but steep climb on a series of steps up the side of the Mt. Charity Bluff. Winding through verdant valley f...