- TripBuzz found 22 things to do with kids in or near Ashland, Wisconsin, including 20 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bayfield and La Pointe.
- From Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center to The Mural Walk in Ashland, the Ashland area offers 29 different types of family activities, including: Historic Sites, Visitor Centers, Kayaking and History Museums.
- Resting on Lake Superior, Ashland is an industrial town housing both window and equipment manufacturers. With one of the largest waterfalls in the state located here, the town is also popular with tourists, especially bass and angler fisherman. Other attractions in the area include Northland College and an historical downtown district.
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29270 County Highway G, Ashland, WI 54806
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The visitor center offers activities for all seasons. There is a viewing tower for 360 degree panoramic views, history information of the region, a children's forest, regional archives and exhibits. The gift shop sells books about the area and they have a full event calendar. Meeting facilities are available.
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Murals of the history of Ashland line create a walking tour of the town. A mural map can be obtained at the down town museum, most stores and hotels.
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Pike's Creek Mt Ashwabay Ski Trails is a network of scenic cross country ski trails that culminate in an exciting downhill skiing run. The trails are also appropriate for hiking, and offer remarkable views.
13.7 Miles
All kayaking tours of the Apostle Islands include instruction. Excursions have a lunch break, but you need to bring your own food and beverages. Stand-up Paddle board excursions are also available; kayak and paddle board rentals and used equipment sales are offered.
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Offering special events and programs, the Madeline Island Museum is an interactive attraction about the history of our nation. Discover Native American history, the fur trade, significant ship wrecks, and watch children play dress up with period clothing.
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Blue Vista Farm consists of a barn and gardens that include several acres of blueberries, raspberries, flowers and apple trees. Visitors can feed goats, pick berries and buy jams, honey and other products.
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Apostle Highlands Golf Course is a par-72 18-hole championship course that is open to the public. In addition to three sets of tees, the course has large greens with some over 100 feet wide.
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The Animaashi Sailing Company offers sailing tours of both Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands. The tour's host is capable of answering questions about the surrounding area during the three-hour tour.
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Featuring an indoor pool and gym, Bayfield Recreation Center offers classes for yoga, ballroom dancing, weight training, and other fitness activities. The outdoor facilities consist of a basketball court and a skate park with ramps and rails.
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Dedicated to preserving and sharing Lake Superior’s rich history, the Bayfield Maritime Museum features exhibits centering on commercial fishing, boats and ships, lighthouses, and other pertinent subjects. The museum features guided tours.