There are many free and inexpensive activities to keep you occupied if you are looking for something to do whether it's sunny or raining. Below are a few suggestions to get you started. Click on the links for more information.
Every season of year
ATVing
Price County is known for its 200-plus miles of ATV trails. If you don't own an ATV of your own, see the Recreational Rental info on the Parks page.
Bowling
Country Lanes Bowling Center & Restaurant, Cty. Rd. A, Prentice, 715-428-2010
Feits Bowling Lanes, 149 2nd Ave., Downtown Park Falls, 715-762-4565
Flambeau Lanes, Hwy. 13, Park Falls, 715-762-3237
Phillips Lanes & Arcade, Hwy. 13 & Cty. Rd. D, Phillips, 715-339-6663
Get hooked on Fishing
Fishing is a year-round event in Price County, except for March and April after the ice goes out until the first Saturday in May when the regular fishing season opens, and in November while anglers wait for the lakes to freeze for ice fishing. There are many lakes and rivers in the area that offer great fishing opportunities. Visit a local bait shop to see where they're biting.
How about a day of sightseeing?
Price County has many unique and interesting things to see and do for a day of adventure. Each season offers a new perspective for each of these points of interest. The Wisconsin Concrete Park is one of a kind in the country, check out the only glue-laminated Town Lattice covered bridge in Wisconsin, the Smith Rapids Covered Bridge, or go to Little Falls/Slough Gundy, a spectacular sight of huge boulders and rushing water with the peaceful elegance of a pine forest in the background. Big Falls County Park, Dells of the Jump River, in Kennan is a great to relax and enjoy the outdoors. This scenic river-edge park is located along the South Fork of the Jump River and is flanked by tall white and red pine with water cascading around huge granite rocks and provides a "wild river" atmosphere.
Our Northwoods is a Sportsmans paradise
A variety of hunting and trapping opportunities are available for the hunter and sportsmen. Park Falls is known as the Grouse Hunting Capital of the World and white-tailed deer hunting is also a popular sport. For a list of season and dates, go to http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/hunt/seasdate.htm. The large area of public hunting land offers plenty of opportunities for everyone. For a list of guides, go to http://www.pricecountywi.net/guides.html.
Take in a Movie
Park Theater, 199 2nd Ave N., Downtown Park Falls, 715-762-2293
Cinema North, Hwy. 13, Downtown Phillips, 715-339-3605
Rent a DVD Player & movie
or Game System & game
Video Farm, downtown Phillips, 715-339-4900
Eagle Video Service, N8008 Wilson Lake Road, Phillips, 715-339-3132
T-N-T Video, 399 Division Street, Park Falls, 715-762-4501
Take the Kids to an Arcade/Rec Room
Flambeau Lanes, Hwy. 13, Park Falls, has pool tables & arcade games in an area separate from the bar as well as bowling. They also serve food and have booths in the rec area.
Phillips Lanes & Arcade, Hwy. 13 & Cty. Rd. D, has pool tables, foosball, and arcade games in an area separate from the bar as well as bowling.
rEADY, aIM, sHOOT
Target Practice - Rendezvous With Nature, located at W9309 River Road in Lugerville, is a great place to test your archery skills in a natural outdoor setting. For more information, call 715-339-2988 for more information.
Trap Shooting - The Phillips Sportsman Club invites anyone (men, women or juniors) who would like to come and try this sport or experienced shooters who want to get in some practice. Guns, ammo and instructors are available at the range. Regular team league is Wednesday evenings and shooting begins with practices in May and runs thru August, ending with a 100 bird tournament, picnic and fun shoot. Fall League is on an individual basis and follows the summer league with Sunday morning shooting or Wednesday evening shooting on a lighted range. For more information, call 715-339-4103.
Rifle Ranges - There are two rifle ranges located in Price County. For more information, go to the Hunting page at http://www.pricecountywi.net/hunt.html#Rifle.
Get a Workout
Northway Motor Lodge/Flambeau Lanes has an indoor swimming pool, sauna, and fitness center, including racket ball.
Curves for Women is located on Hwy. 13 at the north end of town. For more information, call 715-339-6803.
Swimming pools are a great place to exercise either lap swimming, aqua jogging, water aerobics, or just playing around. For more information, visit the Parks page at http://www.pricecountywi.net/parks.html#Pools.
Learn About Area Agriculture
Call 339-2555 to make an appointment for a guided tour at several area locations or to purchase products produced locally, such as meat (buffalo, lamb, beef, pork, goat, chicken, or rabbit) honey, maple syrup, milk, eggs, vegetables, herbs, fruits, flowers/plants, jellies/jams, and craft items, visit http://www.uwex.edu/ces/cty/price/ag/documents/PDbrochure2006.pdf.
Take the Kids to a Playground or Park
Visit the Parks page for playgrounds in the area.
Spring/Summer/Fall
Golf - Driving Range
Each community in the area offers a unique golf experience. Or you may wish to visit the driving range or play a game mini-golf. A trip to the driving range is a fun and inexpensive way for beginners to get a feel for this sport. No need to own clubs, they have them available.
Swimming is always fun
Swimming pools are located in both the Phillips and Park Falls communities at the local high schools. Park Falls also has an outdoor pool community pool. Play around in the water or get a workout lap swimming or aqua jogging.
Head for the beach
There are several nice beaches in the area. Even adults can feel like a kid again when you take a trip to the beach.
Hike to the top of the highest point in wisconsin
Timm's Hill, located in the southern part of the county in Ogema at Timm's Hill County Park, is the highest geographical point in Wisconsin, with an elevation 1951.5 feet above sea level. The observation tower on the top of the hill offers a spectacular view. The park also offers a sand beach for swimming, hiking/biking trails that connect to the National Ice Age Trail, plus a dock for fishing. The second highest geological point in Wisconsin, Pearson Hill, is approximately a 1/2 mile to the southeast with an elevation of 1950.8 feet. There are numerous other trails in the area for hiking and biking. The road to the park is not plowed in the winter, but there is an area for parking at the entrance and you can hike to the hill.
Explore the area by Bike
There are numerous trails in the area for mountain biking as well as several routes for touring. You may also wish to visit the Trek the Northwoods Trails website.
Canoe the flambeau river
Canoeing the Flambeau River is an awesome experience. Whether you take a few hour or several day trip, area shuttle and guide services will make your trip enjoyable.
Visit a Museum/Historical Site
Old Town Hall Museum, Hwy. 13, downtown Fifield, 715-339-2254 or 715-762-2559
Jump River Valley Historical Museum, Hwy. 8, downtown Catawba, 715-339-2642
Springstead Historic District, 3880 W. Stone Lake Road, Springstead, 715-583-9955
Round Lake Logging Dam, Hwy. 70 to Forest Rd. 144 to Forest Rd. 535, Fifield, 715-762-2461
Knox Creek Heritage Center, Hwy. 8 east to West Knox Road, Brantwood, 715-564-2525/2520
Take the History Walking Tour through Downtown Prentice. For more information, contact the Prentice High School at 715-428-2811.
Visit Bloom's Tavern, the oldest tavern in Wisconsin, 394 S. Avon Ave., Phillips. Listed in the State Register of Historical Places. Owned and operated by Elvis Presley, located next to the Heartbreak Hotel.
For more information on area history, contact the Price County Historical Society, 715-339-2254 or 762-2559, pchswi@hotmail.com, or www.pricecountyhistoricalsociety.com.
Take a Lama for a hike
Storybook Farms offers a unique experience called Lama Trekking. For more information call 715-339-3614.
Visit a Farmers Market
Stop at either the Phillips or Catawba Farmers Markets to learn about or purchase some locally grown produce and a variety of other items.
Shoot Some Hoops
There are basketball hoops located at each of the schools as well as at the Phillips Municipal Building located three blocks west of Lake Avenue on Eyder Avenue.
Go Skating Boarding
There is a skate park located behind the Phillips Municipal Building three blocks west of Lake Avenue on Eyder Avenue.
The skate park in Park Falls is located next to the Recreation Arena/Indoor Hockey Rink at 3rd Avenue North and 2nd Street.
Anyone up for a game of tennis?
Tennis courts are located in both Park Falls and Phillips. The courts in Park Falls are located on 5th Street on the north end of town next to the outdoor pool. The Phillips courts are located on County Highway W next to the high school.
wildlife is everywhere
The area offers many opportunities for wildlife viewing. Visit a park , go for a hike, or take a drive on Price County's Rustic Road or any of our country roads for a chance to see wildlife in their natural setting.
If you are interested in a Northwind Loon Watch Adventure, contact 715-762-1306, 715-762-1037, e-mail contactus@northwindenterprises.us, or visit their website at www.northwindenterprises.us.
Winter
try Ice Skating!
There are both indoor and outdoor rinks located in Park Falls and an outdoor rink in Phillips, as well as hockey rinks at both locations. For a unique northwoods experience, skate on the lake across from Highpoint Village Resort in Ogema.
Anybody can snowshoe!
Enjoy the peaceful beauty of winter on one of the many trails or in the vast public forest areas Price County has to offer. The possiblities are endless. See the web page for rentals and guides.
Cross-country skiing is Fun!
Cross-country skiing in our winter wonderland is an unforgettable experience. There are eleven (11) trails in the area to choose from. Visit the web page for rentals and guides.
Snowmobiling Anyone?
Price County offers 500 miles of meticulously groomed trails. If you don't own a snowmobile of your own, see the Recreational Rental info on the Parks page.
How about Downhill Skiing!
There are many options for a day of downhill skiing in an hour-and-a-half to two-hour drive with the closest being Christie Mountain in Bruce which is east of Prentice. To the north, choose from Whitecap, Indianhead, Blackjack or Powderhorn.
Sledding is a fun pastime
There is a large sledding hill near the Wintergreen parking area on Hwy. 70 east of Fifield. Walk west down the snowmobile trail until you get to the big hill on the left, about 1/4 mile.
If you have young children and are looking for a smaller hill, try the hilll behind Phillips High School or the hill by Duroy Lake (take the road that goes next to the Feed Mill Shoppes). There are also a couple of medium size hills in the Industrial Park.
You may try calling the local chamber(s) for information on other sledding areas - Park Falls Chamber, 715-762-2703; Phillips Chamber, 715-339-4100; or Prentice Tourism, 715-428-2333.
Want an Adventure - how about dog sledding
Northwind Sled Dog Adventures offers half-day and full-day mushing adventures or hourly rides. For more information, contact them at 715-762-1306, 715-762-1037, via email at contactus@northwindenterprises.us, or visit their website at www.northwindenterprises.us.
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