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North Lakeland Discovery Center

215 County Highway W, Manitowish Waters, WI 54545
(877) 543-2085
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A great place for kids to explore nature
Trumpeter Banding
Classes in the bog
Sunset on Statehouse Lake
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Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Manitowish Waters
5.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Owner description: The North Lakeland Discovery Center is your connection to the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Nestled on 63-acres within the NH-AL State Forest the Discovery... more » Owner description: The North Lakeland Discovery Center is your connection to the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Nestled on 63-acres within the NH-AL State Forest the Discovery Center offers countless opportunities to explore the Northwoods. With our twelve miles of hiking, biking, groomed skiing, and snowshoe trails you can wander through large pine and maple forests, see bogs and lakes and even get stunning views of the beautiful Manitowish River.We have a Nature Nook where your entire family can touch, feel and experience many of the amazing resources of the area. Other drop-in activities include kayaking, canoeing and fishing on pristine Statehouse Lake. And with naturalists on staff, our programs offer learning adventures for adults, family and children. Visit our website for more details! « less
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“Naturally insi=oiring and enriching lives through the meaningful connections with nature, people and the community.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

I served on the DC board for 3 years and continue to volunteer whenever needed. We hike the trails in spring and fall and ski and snowshoe in the winter. Go on line for their schedule of programs and other info, I hiked there yesterday with my dog. (leashed only)

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“Peaceful, interesting, informative.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

There was a wedding on the lake with a reception. What a lovely place to marry. We took the boardwalk and it was long that we had anticipated. Guess I red map wrong. Just love it

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Harshaw, Wisconsin
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“North Woods Nature at its Best”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

Wonderful trails, wonderful events and informed staff - this is a great venue for family events in the outdoors in all four seasons.

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Chicago, Illinois, United States
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“North Lakeland Discovery Center IS THE best way to enjoy the Northwoods”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

My wife and I traveled to the North Lakeland Discovery Center as part of a business trip to learn more about this wonderful facility (I am curator of an internationally acclaimed nature center near Chicago). We met to share new ideas but this was also a great way for my wife and I to enjoy a little weekend getaway....it was... More

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“Great Northwoods Resource”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

Discovery Center has regular naturalist activities that are very well done - with hikes both on and offsite. The cross country ski trails are well maintained in the winter and are maintained well for hiking in the summer. Its real value is the naturalist activities and they are aimed at all ages. This is a wonderful resource. Check out their... More

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