Boasting one of the largest concentrations of fresh water in the world, Minocqua provides endless outdoor recreational opportunities for four seasons of fun in the Northwoods. Ski the lakes in summer and Minocqua’s Winter Park and other trails in winter!
Rich in logging history, Minocqua was formally established on March 13, 1888. As the logging industry dwindled, the resort industry began and the railroads brought visitors by the hundreds seeking the plentiful fish filling the lakes, the abundant wildlife and recreational activities. More and more folks found Minocqua a wonderful place to live and raise their families. Today, Minocqua is a flourishing destination for families, weddings, reunions, business meetings, group travel, couples and friends looking to get away.
Minocqua offers a variety of accommodations from rustic to luxurious. Popular for its many fine supper clubs, pubs and grills, lumberjack-style dining, attractions, unique shopping, historical museum and the center for the arts, Minocqua truly offers plenty to do throughout the year. One trip to Minocqua and you will know why it has been a popular destination for generation after generation.