- Our list of the best things to do in Ashland, Wisconsin, features the top 27 nearby activities — including 18 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Ashland, WI has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Water Activities, Museums & Galleries, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 2 things to do within the city of Ashland, WI , followed by 25 popular activities in nearby cities, including Bayfield and La Pointe
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3.8 Miles
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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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133 votes
32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, WI 54814
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Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua is unique in that it is a intimate but state-of-the-art tent theater that overlooks Lake Superior. It hosts a variety of performances and has a weekly network radio program.
13.0 Miles
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.
13.8 Miles
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.
14.5 Miles
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.
15.0 Miles
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.
15.1 Miles
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.
15.3 Miles
Bayfield Heritages Tours has several walking tours, some of which are ghost tours, architectural tours, and cemetery tours. The walks take place no matter what the weather.