The boat patrol on this lake will harass you and pull you over constantly. It seems they are trying…read moreto drive out anyone who isn't using the lake for fishing or sailing. Tickets are always issued, no warnings. Ridiculous rules that are not well published. Seriously, such a shame to have this lake ruined by the people in charge.

For my 100th review I want to tell you about one of my favorite places ever. I am a little biased…read morebecause I have been swimming in Big Cedar since I was a baby, but this place is the shit. 45 minutes north of Milwaukee, this isn't a quiet Northern Wisconsin lake, this is a big, busy, loved lake. A few short weeks from now, the piers and boats will be out and fall colors will be in full swing. On a clear calm day the lake will reflect the tree's colors and the water will be smooth, this is the perfect time for a canoe ride. You could come out here on a frigid January day when the trees are bare and the lake is frozen. The ice fishers will be out with their trucks and shanties huddled around the good spots, fishing their hearts out. Months later spring's progress will be obvious by the slowly melting ice and the buds on the trees. Piers will go in but the lake will still be quiet until Memorial Day when summer at the lake officially starts. Then the water will be choppy with boat wakes and the smell of bbq will be in the air. The CL Yacht has fireworks on the 4th of July and the that night the bay is full of boats of spectators, on the boat ride home the firework fans on the lake shoot off aftershows from their piers. Most busy weekend afternoons in the summer the shallow sandy area on the east side of the lake is full of boats and swimmers playing frisbee, football, and soaking in the sun. Many of the cottage and lake home owners are from Milwaukee or Chicago but there are enough full time residents for you to notice their presence in the off-season. There are several boat ramps on both the east and west sides of the lake. At this point there are four restaurant/bars on the lake: Timmers, Padways, House of Heileman's and Old Cedar Inn. Most days the best plan is a cocktail cruise on the lake and a grill out. In general people keep to themselves but we are Midwest friendly and if you boat runs out of gas (or you can't figure out where neutral is) it isn't hard to find someone to tow you and your boat home. Stop by Big Cedar for a swim, a boat ride, a sunset, or a drink and fish fry at Timmers; chances are you'll come back again soon.

They were fantastic! They accommodated our need for a last minute change. The campground &…read morefacilities are wonderful. Would come back again!

We recently camped here for 5 nights in our small RV. It's a lovely place on an enchanting, wooded…read morelake. We saw frogs, fireflies, and even a small otter splashing around in front of our campsite! Almost every night, we took a quick 12-minute walk over to the delicious and beautiful Waller's Supper Club for dinner and old fashioneds, where we enjoyed the complimentary pontoon rides around the adjacent lake. We selected a deluxe campsite right on the water, and family members booked the spot next to ours. We have two pugs, and our family has one small dog. The reviews had us a bit nervous that our dogs would bark and we would get in trouble, because all dogs occasionally bark. We need not have worried. The park is quiet in a pleasant way, not in an oppressive or excessively supervised way at all. We have to assume that people writing negative reviews about this had large, very loud dogs. In the evenings after dinner, we quietly enjoyed cocktails and soft music under the stars around the campfire without any issues, and saw others throughout the park doing the same. Again, we have to assume that those complaining about being told to quiet down must have been really tearing it up lol! The negative reviews we read prior to arrival made us needlessly apprehensive, and didn't reflect our experience with this wonderful campground at all. We absolutely loved it, and will definitely stay again if we are in the area.

Was so much fun loved the lake and the playground was nice us such a nice place to go with your…read morefamily

A secluded county park not too many folks know about Yahr park is a nice place to take your family…read moreswimming or drop a fishing line. The park offers tiered parking and we always choose the closest possible Parking as there have been car break ins that occurred in the farthest lost when we've been here. Hopefully an isolated event! The lake has a clean spacious beach area with two shaded benches and lots of picnic tables to store your belongings or hold a bbq while the kids swim. There is a fishing pier and the lake hosts a lot of canoeing and kayaking. There also is a nearby upgraded playground with bathrooms. Located between West Bend and Fredonia your bound to run into neighbors or friends here if your from either area!

Beautiful hiking trails. They are well kept all year long. It's one of our favorite places to go…read more Great place to picnic or spend the day!

A pretty nice state park with a great fire tower that affords an awesome view of the surrounding…read morecountryside (including Holy Hill). We came here to find the oldest Geocache in the state of Wisconsin and other caches too. We hiked a number of trails on a finally nice spring day - sunny and warm! There are some good hills. We picnicked down by the lake where there is a nice beach. Not a huge park but worth a visit.

Great experience. Instructions were clear about how to pick up our kayak and equipment. We went to…read moreglacier Hills park at Friess lake. They have different kayaks and canoes available to rent. Beautiful lake. It was a perfect day. Would absolutely use them again without hesitation.

I rented a fishing kayak this morning on Mauthe Lake and could not be more pleased by the product…read moreand service that I received. The kayak was comfortable, in good shape and clean. The owner, Erich, was prompt in delivering the kayak as promised and gave a great orientation to the boat and the lake. He was knowledgeable, professional and friendly - the kind of person that you can trust and want to do business with again. I certainly will.

really nice, trail is good. pretty sights. a fun time close to home. please check it outread more

This is a beautiful land preserve located just outside of Fredonia Wi. The Ozaukee Washington land…read moretrust oversees this preserve. Parking is limited with just two spots right off of clover valley road next to the trail head sign but you can park along the side of the road. The trail to the top of the hill leads you to a old house remains. Just the foundation remains but it is a really interesting find. There is also the remains of a larger building, possibly a barn at one time. The structure does have some graffiti And we seem to find beer bottles there every time we visit. A hot spot for the local teenagers I'm sure. The trail leads you along a huge grassland area where you can easily spot turkey vultures, Hawks and other large birds hunting for small game. Once you reach the end of the grassland area the trail splits and you can either go up to your left or down to your right. If you choose the upward trail you will hike up and down a trail that winds down from the hilltop into the forest, finishing at the plank walk and looping back to the opposite trail. There is a bench area along this trail. If you choose the downward trail it will take you directly to a plank walk down to Huiras lake. There is a small Pier that goes out onto the lake so you can observe the otters that swim there, or watch the ducks. I am unsure how the fishing is at this lake. There is no boat access from the land preserve. This is a nice place to walk your dog, or to take your family on a nature walk. I have brought my cub scouts here to do bird counts, it's not well traveled and because it isn't you can really enjoy the solitude while there.

The place I usually take my boat wasn't able to look at it for at least 3 weeks so I went to Kettle…read moreMaine to see if they would look at it. What a great experience! They are friendly & took care of the problem right away. I sure hope they are a permanent fixture in Jackson because as long as they are here, they have my business. A welcome addition to the Jackson area, give them a try.

I've been to Kettle Marine on a few occasions to ask questions about my boat and motor. I've also…read morebeen there to purchase a few maintenance items for my boat. Every experience has always been great! They are super friendly, always knowledgeable, and super kind. Even today I ran my boat up there to ask a few simple questions. Even though it's wintering season and I know they are super busy, they made time to take a quick look at my boat and answer my questions. Great dealership, great people!

There programs are astounding with certified adaptive kayak instructors who are also able to also…read moreinstruct able body folks also. Silent Wake is a great addition to Wisconsins kayaking community. I highly recommend Silent Wake to all interested in kayaking.

From the owner: Silent Wake provides professional ACA kayak training sessions and guided tours to surrounding…read morebodies of water. Use of kayaking gear is complimentary with the price of our packages.

We had such a blast at the Westbury Bank Aquapark in West Bend! Our family (two adults and an…read more11-year-old) went for the first time, and we couldn't stop smiling. The inflatables are HUGE--slides, climbing spots, and even a swing that had us laughing like kids. The whole area is great for a full day out. There are picnic tables if you want to bring lunch, a concessions stand for snacks, a splash pad for the little ones, and a regular swimming area if you just want to relax. Everything felt clean and well-maintained, and the staff was super friendly and safety-focused (life jackets for everyone). At $8 per person for a two-hour session, it's such an affordable family outing compared to other water attractions. We'll definitely be back--it's the perfect mix of fun, exercise, and summer vibes

Is West Bend keeping up its parks and downtown to attract young families? It sure seems to be!…read moreRegner Park has so many amenities from fishing piers, to baseball fields, a tranquil labyrinth garden and swimming area, all make this park a top notch local park and local destination.