Interesting Information About Wisconsin Getaways

By Andrea Davidson


When you have a free weekend and want to have a good time with the family, there are many Wisconsin getaways that will fit the bill. The first thing that may come to mind is boating, fishing and swimming because of the many lakes. This is a vacation spot that is good anytime of the year. Summer or winter, there is always something brewing here, and not necessarily beer, although there is plenty of great beer here.

Door County is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the state. This county is famous for its sweet delicious cherries. It is a peninsula that struts out into Lake Michigan. It has the flavor of a seaside resort. There are several state parks located on the peninsula. There are 12 lighthouses. Fish boils are featured by many of the restaurants.

Some of the best fishing anywhere can be found in the north woods. Eagle River is a good example because its lakes contain an abundance of bass, walleye, and musky. In the autumn, the changing leaves are well worth the drive. If you are not a seasoned fisherman, you can hire an expert guide to show you the ropes.

Spring Green is home to Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin, where you can experience the work of this master architect first hand. Just down the road from Taliesin there is a wonderful professional classic theater in a natural outdoor amphitheater. You do not want to miss having a beer at one of the local micro breweries.

Lake Geneva is just a short drive from Chicago. It has wonderful golf courses. Kids will love the steam ships. They sponsor music and art festivals. There are some great hiking trails. This is a destination perfect for grown-ups and kids.

Madison, the state capitol, is home of the University of Wisconsin. Of course, it has a reputation for being a party town and this reputation is deserved. States Street is filled with quaint shops, taverns, sidewalk cafes, and restaurants. Some of the best ice cream in the world is made in Madison, along with bratwurst, cheese, and beer. Madison is known for its blues music clubs. The Memorial Union Terrace is a favorite spot for partying in the summer.

Devil's Lake in Baraboo is the most popular state park. Devil's Lake is a crystal clear bottomless lake that is surrounded by alpine cliffs rising above the lake shore. This is a favorite spot for rock climbers. Hiking is great here too. It is easy to understand why the Indians considered this a spiritual, enchanted spot.

The Wisconsin getaways described here are just a few of what this beautiful state has to offer. There is lots to do here. It just a short drive from Chicago and other areas so it is easy to get to. It's a great spot for a spur of the moment vacation.




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