When the weather gets warmer, that means one thing: ROAD TRIP! But why stop at one when you can go on several? Here are five unforgettable road trips in Wisconsin that you should take in the months when the weather is warmer and the sun is shining.
Trip 1: Door County
- Start off one of your Wisconsin road trips with a drive down scenic Route 42–be careful!
Richie Diesterheft/Flickr
- Eat at a restaurant that has goats on the roof: Al Johnson’s.
Kim Scarborough/Flickr Address: 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay, WI 54234
- And check out some of the fantastic light houses.
Jim Bauer/Flickr
- Don’t forget to stop at Wilson’s and eat some great ice cream.
Eden, Janine and Jim/Flickr Address: 9990 Water St S, Ephraim, WI 54211
- Make your way up to Washington Island and take a leisurely walk on Schoolhouse Beach.
Gina Moskowitz/Flickr
Trip 2: The Dells
- Of course, you have to start your day going down ridiculously awesome water slides.
Daniel M Hendricks/Flickr
- Figure out where there is an upside down White House in Wisconsin.
aaronmjr/Flickr Address: 2127 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
- Visit the Deer Park–yes, a park full of deer that you can pet.
Jason O/TripAdvisor The Wisconsin Deer Park is seasonal, so check the website for updates on days and hours of operation. Address: 2183 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
- Take a hike at the very scenic Devil’s Lake State Park.
Tom Gill/Flickr Address: S5975 Park Rd, Baraboo, WI 53913
- Stuff your face with as many types of mac and cheese as you can think of.
MACS/Facebook
Trip 3: Apostle Islands
- Visit Julian Beach, one of the most scenic places in Wisconsin and where the sand howls.
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore/Facebook
- You can access many of them by boat tours.
Jim Sorbie/Flickr
- Explore these islands in the best way possible: kayaking.
Tim Wilson/Flickr
- Seriously, you can kayak through a sea cave.
Joshua Mayer/Flickr
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Trip 4: La Crosse
- You will enjoy hanging out by the river, and occasionally see a steamboat.
Michael Hicks/Flickr
- Check out stunning Granddad Bluff, at 600 feet tall.
Jim Bauer/Flickr Address: 3020 Grandad Bluff Road, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Really, it offers the best views of the city.
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- This town is up and coming, with loads of new restaurants and the like popping up.
The Charmant Hotel/Facebook
- Also, they have the world’s largest six pack.
aaronmjr/Flickr Address: 3rd St S, La Crosse, WI 54601
Trip 5: Great River Road
- Visit Pepin, the home of Laura Ingalls Wilder.
Jerry Huddleston/Flickr
- And Prairie du Chien, a town brimming with history you can discover at the Fort Crawford Museum.
Tony Webster/Flickr
- Potosi has the National Brewery Museum, a super cool place if you like beer.
Tony Webster/Flickr
- A visit to Wyalusing is worthwhile to see gorgeous Wyalusing State Park.
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- Alma is a small town with loads of character and a terraced community.
Tony Webster/Flickr
Have you done any of these unforgettable road trips in Wisconsin? What other road trips would you add to this list?
Richie Diesterheft/Flickr
Kim Scarborough/Flickr
Address: 10698 N Bay Shore Dr, Sister Bay, WI 54234
Jim Bauer/Flickr
Eden, Janine and Jim/Flickr
Address: 9990 Water St S, Ephraim, WI 54211
Gina Moskowitz/Flickr
Daniel M Hendricks/Flickr
aaronmjr/Flickr
Address: 2127 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Jason O/TripAdvisor
The Wisconsin Deer Park is seasonal, so check the website for updates on days and hours of operation. Address: 2183 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Tom Gill/Flickr
Address: S5975 Park Rd, Baraboo, WI 53913
MACS/Facebook
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore/Facebook
Jim Sorbie/Flickr
Tim Wilson/Flickr
Joshua Mayer/Flickr
TheMichaelMcKenzie/Flickr
Michael Hicks/Flickr
Address: 3020 Grandad Bluff Road, La Crosse, WI 54601
ThunderChild7/Flickr
The Charmant Hotel/Facebook
Address: 3rd St S, La Crosse, WI 54601
Jerry Huddleston/Flickr
Tony Webster/Flickr
kenneth casper/Flickr
If you like scenic drives, you may like to take a drive along these backroads in Wisconsin.
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Address: Door County, WI, USAAddress: The Dells, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965, USAAddress: Apostle Islands, Wisconsin, USAAddress: La Crosse, WI, USAAddress: Great River Rd, Prescott, WI, USA
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Unforgettable Road Trips In Wisconsin April 08, 2021 Melissa Mahoney What are some of the most unique places in Wisconsin? There are some places that can only be found in Wisconsin. Take, for example, the seasonal Bookworm Gardens in Sheboygan, a whimsical botanical garden divided into sections, each with its own book theme. It’s a magical place that’s reminiscent of a fairytale. Another notable place is the Center of the Northwest Hemisphere which is located in the middle of a farm field in Poniatowski. This type of place only exists in a few parts of the world and here we have one in Wisconsin! What are the most scenic places in Wisconsin? Some scenery throughout Wisconsin is jaw-dropping. Head to Amnicon Falls State Park in South Range for otherworldly scenery along a fault line. The varied geography here is just breathtaking, so get your cameras ready! In Bailey’s Harbor, the hand-built Boynton Chapel was built in the style of a 12-century Norwegian house of worship. This beauty is surrounded by nature on the north campus of Lawrence University. View these and more scenic places in our post, 17 Unimaginably Beautiful Places In Wisconsin That You Must See Before You Die. What are some other Wisconsin road trips I can take? If you are looking for themed road trips, you’ve come to the right place! We have put together some road warrior adventures for those who love waterfalls, haunted places, and even cheese. Themed road trips are often incredibly fun and give us something to look forward to, creating memories with every mile driven along the way.
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Unforgettable Road Trips In Wisconsin
April 08, 2021
Melissa Mahoney
What are some of the most unique places in Wisconsin? There are some places that can only be found in Wisconsin. Take, for example, the seasonal Bookworm Gardens in Sheboygan, a whimsical botanical garden divided into sections, each with its own book theme. It’s a magical place that’s reminiscent of a fairytale. Another notable place is the Center of the Northwest Hemisphere which is located in the middle of a farm field in Poniatowski. This type of place only exists in a few parts of the world and here we have one in Wisconsin! What are the most scenic places in Wisconsin? Some scenery throughout Wisconsin is jaw-dropping. Head to Amnicon Falls State Park in South Range for otherworldly scenery along a fault line. The varied geography here is just breathtaking, so get your cameras ready! In Bailey’s Harbor, the hand-built Boynton Chapel was built in the style of a 12-century Norwegian house of worship. This beauty is surrounded by nature on the north campus of Lawrence University. View these and more scenic places in our post, 17 Unimaginably Beautiful Places In Wisconsin That You Must See Before You Die. What are some other Wisconsin road trips I can take? If you are looking for themed road trips, you’ve come to the right place! We have put together some road warrior adventures for those who love waterfalls, haunted places, and even cheese. Themed road trips are often incredibly fun and give us something to look forward to, creating memories with every mile driven along the way.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
There are some places that can only be found in Wisconsin. Take, for example, the seasonal Bookworm Gardens in Sheboygan, a whimsical botanical garden divided into sections, each with its own book theme. It’s a magical place that’s reminiscent of a fairytale. Another notable place is the Center of the Northwest Hemisphere which is located in the middle of a farm field in Poniatowski. This type of place only exists in a few parts of the world and here we have one in Wisconsin!
What are the most scenic places in Wisconsin?
Some scenery throughout Wisconsin is jaw-dropping. Head to Amnicon Falls State Park in South Range for otherworldly scenery along a fault line. The varied geography here is just breathtaking, so get your cameras ready! In Bailey’s Harbor, the hand-built Boynton Chapel was built in the style of a 12-century Norwegian house of worship. This beauty is surrounded by nature on the north campus of Lawrence University. View these and more scenic places in our post, 17 Unimaginably Beautiful Places In Wisconsin That You Must See Before You Die.
What are some other Wisconsin road trips I can take?
If you are looking for themed road trips, you’ve come to the right place! We have put together some road warrior adventures for those who love waterfalls, haunted places, and even cheese. Themed road trips are often incredibly fun and give us something to look forward to, creating memories with every mile driven along the way.
