This is a small seasonal (May 15-Oct 15) campground managed by the City of Ashland Parks and…read moreRecreation. It has 6 RV sites with electric, and 6 tent/small camper tents without electric. (Parks and Recreation also manages another campground, Kreher, for larger RVs. Kreher has 33 sites). Prentice Park is a first come, first served campground. No reservations are taken. There were many sites still available when we arrived on a Wednesday evening around 6 pm in late May. Tent sites are $20/night ($125/week), while electric sites are $35/night. There was a host on-site, and we were able to pay her directly. This is a nice, and well-maintained campground. Sites were flat and clear, with a picnic table and fire ring. We had some privacy because there were small trees between our site and the adjacent one. (Some sites were less private). Firewood was available. There are flush toilets and secure showers. (The showers are for campers only, and require a passcode. The bathroom is open to the public during the day but is locked at night (usable with passcode). The campground felt safe, given the host on site but also with occasional patrols by the local police. The campground is adjacent to Prentice Park, which has a pavilion, playground, another bathroom, 2 miles of hiking trails, and access to the Ashland Rails to Trails. There is also an artesian well on site for fresh water. There were a few small negatives. We were tent camping and, despite being a few miles from Rte. 2, we could hear some truck traffic from that road. The campground is inland, so there's no view of Lake Superior. (Kreher Campground has lakefront sites). Finally, like everywhere else in the great outdoors in northern Wisconsin in late May, there were some mosquitoes but they weren't overwhelming.

A big thank you to the City of Ashland for providing and maintaining such a lovely campground. We…read moreare in a 38' class A with a Jeep. Site 5 was perfect for us. There are 6 RV sites and tent sites. It is a first come first serve campground. Sites have water and 50 amp power. Site 5 is a pull thru, paved and level. The camp host was right there providing the shower code. There are deer, bunnies, an owl and lots of birds. Fire pits at each site and firewood is available for purchase. Wonderful bike/walking trails here as well. Just delightful!

Copper Falls State Park is often ranked among Wisconsin's top state parks, and it's easy to see…read morewhy. Located in the Northwoods of northern Wisconsin, the park's highlight is the Doughboy Trail, a well-developed two-mile loop that offers excellent views of both Copper Falls and Brownstone Falls. The trail is easy to follow, well-maintained, and includes several scenic overlooks. Because of its distance--several hours from cities like Madison--I recommend combining a visit with other Northwoods attractions. A great option is to stop here while exploring the Apostle Islands or the Bayfield area. Once inside the park, follow the main road past the ranger station until it ends at the parking lot, where you'll find restrooms and the Doughboy Trailhead. This is a beautiful park and well worth the stop, especially if you plan it alongside other northern Wisconsin adventures.

As we traveled north, we stopped at several state parks, and Copper Falls stood out as one of the…read moreprettiest--often noted in reviews for having the highest waterfall in the area. We were able to park easily and walk a short, fairly easy loop to reach the falls. The view of the waterfall was beautiful, though the trail itself isn't very shaded. Thankfully, the weather was mild during our visit, which made for a pleasant stop. Parking was plentiful, and the park overall felt accessible and well maintained. A worthwhile stop for an hour or so if you're exploring northern Wisconsin.

Really nice activity center. We went there with my kids this weekend. The pool was very nice and…read morewell lit. The sauna was very nice and had that fresh wood smell. They have very nice basketball gym with a running track above it. They also have a great workout area with weights and cardio machines. My only issue was we went Saturday morning to ask when they were open and I was told that the pool was open until 8 pm. That it specifically closed a half hour before the building. We showed up at 6 pm and the person at the front said the pool was closed and picked up the little paper notification paper to show me. Cool but the earlier person should have said that and let me know. Instead I drove and got 4 little kids ready and then had to deal with dissapointed kids. The next day was super nice but no one really seemed to care what happened the day before. My suggestion to the owner is maybe work on the management process of the facility. It is super nice and you own a lot of other well run property in town. This should be the shining gem of Minong. I will be back and hope to have better communication on open times when I do.

Really nice place to take the kids on a hot day. Or, if the kids are bored, it's a nice place for…read morethem to get rid of some of that energy.

My daughter and I stopped in before a wedding we attended. The staff was so nice and accommodating…read more I loved the little store they had-we got a nice puzzle and a butterfly toy to take home. Their facility is small but they pack in so much fun and educational items. My daughter loved the soft play area with all the toys and stuff. And also loved climbing up the tree and being able to walk outside to the observation patio. We tried to go on a short hike outside, but the mosquitoes were very bothersome and my little one was not having it. There is ample parking.

Took the kids (age 8 and 5) on a Monday morning. The route we took was pleasant and well marked…read more Parking was ample. The woman at the front of the visitor's center was very helpful. The kids did a small scavenger hunt in the building and received stickers for completing. A small tree you can clim had stairs and at the top a birds nest. The facility was very clean. The kids were given nets to catch bugs or butterflies (or frogs) and we utilized the "Purple" trail as an easy hike for the kids. The playground area was just the right size and the surrounding flowers we so cheery. The restrooms were very clean as well. We would have stayed longer but had lunch plans nearby. I highly recommend

This is such a beautiful zoo. Unique animals and a beautiful zoo ground. Be sure to take all the…read morehiking paths. They are short but so worth the views. The variety of animals are really fun to see. Kangaroos, red pandas, prairie dogs, cockroaches, bats....truly something for everyone. The enclosures provide great views for the children and the animals appear to be well cared for. Many educational signs and interactive exhibits ,make it fun for all ages. They have a wonderful gift shop that also should not be missed. Also, take the train. It is only a few bucks and it is a relaxing way to see the park with your young ones. We had a wonderful time and will make it a point of returning next time we are in town.

We were generally disappointed in this zoo. A small selection of animals, often 1 per species, and…read morepoor exhibit areas. The map definitely needs improvement. The animals need more space and with the layout, there were several we never were able to view. I felt very sorry for the animals.

Visit for the Sea Caves! We spent 4 days in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore - 3 days of…read morecamping on Sand Island and a full day touring the surrounding area. Skip Madeline Island if your schedule is tight. Highlights: Sea Caves - my favorites were the northeastern edge of Sand Island (next to Justice Bay). They are so breathtakingly beautiful, especially in sunrise or sunset lighting. Since we took our boat, we were able to get up close to see all the spectacular details. If you don't have a boat, rent kayaks and a tour guide to get up close views. Grand Tour - we drove to Bayfield to ride a large catamaran boat for a 3 hour tour of the Apostle Islands. Visitor Centers - they were full of interesting info and has some fun merch for souvenirs. Many people rave about their experience visiting Madeline Island (the largest island) which isn't actually a part of the National Lakeshore, but we found it rather outdated and boring and left on the very next ferry.

Great area with some beautiful scenery. We stopped at 2 mainland visitor centers for about 30…read moreminutes each and learned a bit about the islands. The Little Sand Lake visitor center we could have actually spent more time if we'd had the luxury but we had an appointment to keep. I could see spending about an hour there. I recommend visiting both centers and taking a ferry/tour of the islands. If you want to do it all give yourself 3+ days. Otherwise you could probably hit the highlights in 1.5 days.

We came here on the ferry from Bayfield (super easy, but recommend having your car on the ferry if…read moreyou plan to head out here) and had a great time hiking. I was a little confused on where I was supposed to park for the trails, but there's essentially one road so you just kinda figure it out as you go (I went the wrong way the first time, maybe a 2 minute detour). We parked near the beach access area, and started off on the trails. We took the Woods Trail to the Point Trail to the Bayview Trail -- and it brings you right back to the same place. I recommend doing it in this order (which I think is counter-clockwise?) versus the reverse. While the Woods Trail is in a lovely, lush green woods, after seeing the rocks and lake sites along the other trails, the Woods Trail would be a very boring way to end. Starting with the Woods Trail, it's only better as you go along. I hiked with my senior large dog, and he did just fine on the paths. Pretty clear markings and nothing super treacherous if you don't venture out on to the rock formations. Dogs are not allowed on the beach or boardwalk (big sad face), so we went back to town after the hike. Along our way, we saw a small black bear crossing the road! Quite an adventure. Depending on date and time, might be limited food options on the island, so have a plan and check out your options ahead of time.

Wonderful Wisconsin State Park with unbelievable views of Lake Superior! Lots of hiking (just…read moreremember to wear insect repellent), swimming or just walking along the shoreline. We biked to the park after taking the ferry-bicyclists are free at the state park! Primitive pit toilets was the ONLY drawback at this magnificent state park!

This place is always on our stopping list when we're up north…read more The falls being easily accessible are also a great place to put your feet in the water and throw rocks. The visitor center is also very nice and well equipped with the extra bonus of ice cream treats!

Because this state park has a rest area, the admission is free. You only need to pay entry if…read moreyou're going to the campground or driving down to the Lakeshore. You can see the Falls and hike the upper areas for free. Friendly staff, small nature, center, restrooms, vending. Ample free parking. The fall cells are pretty cool. It was fairly busy so there were a lot of people around. If you walk to the other side of the highway and hike up there, there are far fewer people.

This is the perfect little park right on Lake Minocqua. We enjoyed when our children were little…read moreto pull the boat right up to it and let them out to play on the beach or have a picnic. Today I was there just to enjoy the fall weather and take a walk down all the trails near by. A lot of people were eating their lunches out on blankets and soaking up the last bit of the warm sunshine. They have a beautiful area with play equipment for children, a tennis court area, and a pavilion with a lot of picnic tables.

Great park with lots things for the kids to climb on. We loved the beach. We went in the middle of…read moreJune and there was a lifeguard on duty the whole time. There is a nice on site bathroom and shower to rinse off. Be sure to bring sand toys for the little kids or kayak, paddle board or canoe for the older kids. Within walking distance to the downtown shopping area.

The Duluth area has a bunch of great hiking trails but I was told to visit this park by a work…read morebuddy who had went with his family. The park was right in the heart of Duluth and offered up some very fun yet wild hiking trails to explore. There was even a waterfall to find at one point. Lots of parking and a playground make this a great stop for those who want to experience nature without having to drive too far out of town. Great views of the lake as you are driving up the hill as well. I highly recommend a visit.

We hiked the trail from 4th to the park and then to the top of the ski lift several times, (3.7…read moreroundtrip depending on which trail you take to the top of the ski lift. It is a mostly shaded well used trail. There is an outhouse style restroom in the park. Duluth residents are so fortunate to have so many parks and trails. It has been a pleasure to hike so many of them on our 5 week visit. Chester Park is a winner.