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                                                                                                                   Table of                                                        BEAUTIFUL
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                                                                                                                   Welcome   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 3
                                                                                                                   Annual Events . . . . . . 4
                                                                                                                   Ho-Chunk People  .  .  .  .  . 5
                                                                                                                   Outdoor Recreation  .   .   .   .   . 6
                                                                                                                   Black River State Forest  .   .   . 12
                                                                                                                   Jackson County Parks  .   .   .  14

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                                                                                                                                                                         his is a special land, where             foot falls washed out in the flood of 1911.   healthy living coalition) has
                                                                                                                   Hotel, Motel, Cabins & Lodges 16                      the bounties of nature pair              These were located at the present site of     demonstrated their commitment to
                                                                                                                                                                         with unmatched recreational              the new hydro-electric dam.                   advancing strategies for safe places to
                                                                                                                   Accommodations  .  .  .  .  . 18
                                                                                                                                                                    opportunities. Whether your interest is                                                     walk, bike, and be active and now joins
                                                                                                                   Attractions, Entertainment                       ATV and motorcycle trails, canoeing,          When we say unmatched recreational            over 20 others to be called a “Wisconsin
                                                                                                                      & Recreation  .  .  .  .  . 20                kayaking, fishing, biking, hiking, walking,   opportunities, we mean it. Enjoy              Active Together community.”
                                                                                                                   Food & Spirits  .   .   .   .   .   .  22        bird-watching or simply absorbing the         scuba diving in the deepest inland lake
                                                                                                                                                                    solitude of nature, Black River Country is    of Wisconsin. The 1,300-acre Wazee            Developed and supported by a network
                                                                                                                   Shopping  .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 24       your destination.                             Lake Recreation Area features a 146-acre      of local coalitions and statewide
                                                                                                                   Services  .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .  26                                                    lake with clear waters that attract scuba     organizations, Wisconsin Active Together
                                                                                                                   Jackson County Communities 30                    We start with the river that was              divers from all over.                         Communities (#WIActiveTogether)
                                                                                                                                                                    called Neosheprah “Dark River” by                                                           provides details on all of the recognized
                                                                                                                   Things To See & Do  .   .   .   .  32            Native Americans and was later                Our ATV/motorcycle trail system features      communities via their website. Go to
                                                                                                                   Jackson County                                   called La Riviere Noire (The Black            more than 100 miles of trails and is linked   activewisconsin.org/jackson-county
                                                                                                                      Historical Murals  .   .   .   .  36          River) by French explorers. The dark          to 135 more miles in neighboring Clark        and get to know more about Jackson
                                                                                                                                                                    color of the waters is due to the natural     County. Experience a ride that takes you      County’s efforts.
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                                                                                                                                                                    tannic acids that leach from the oak          along rock hills, pristine meadows, over
                                                                                                                                                                    and tamarack forests and sphagnum             clear streams or through thick canopies
                                                                                                                                                                    moss bogs in the 200-mile long river’s        of pine and oak forest.
                                                                                                                                                                    watershed.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  The recreation continues in the winter
Black River Falls Area Airport                                                                                      Produced by the Black River Area                Used by lumberjacks to float millions of      with more than 350 miles of groomed
                                                                                                                    Chamber of Commerce                             logs downstream in the 1800s, today the       snowmobile trails, plus cross-country         You can travel around Wisconsin – and
• 4600 Foot Hard Surface Runway
• 24 Hour Self-Service Fuel Available (credit card only)                                                            _____________________________________________   Black River remains an excellent fishery.     and snowshoe trails. Whether you favor        the nation – and you’d be challenged to
• Pilot Controlled Runway Lighting                                                                                                                                  It’s also a favorite spot for canoeists       silent sports or motorized fun, you will      find a place with so much to do, see and
                                                                                                                    Black River Area
• Instrument Approaches                                                                                             Chamber of Commerce                             and kayakers, along with some of its          enjoy a landscape with natural beauty         experience in the midst of such friendly
• Pilot Lounge with Flight Planning Facility                                                                        120 N. Water Street                             tributaries like Halls Creek, Robinson        that abounds with wildlife, including         hosts. No, we don’t have it all – there
• Ramp with Tie-Down Anchors                                                                                        Black River Falls, WI 54615                     Creek and Morrison Creek. Dams in             bear, deer, turkey, wolves and even elk.      is no professional sports team in Black
                                                                                                                    800.404.4008                                    Hatfield and Black River Falls have                                                         River Country – but we think we have a
                                                                                                                    chamber@blackrivercountry.net                   created flowages excellent for water          Enjoy indoor activities like having fun at    very special place.
Distance to Major Cities (in hours)                                                                                 blackrivercountry.net
                                                                                                                                                                    recreation.                                   Ho-Chunk Gaming, shopping in historic
Chicago.........................................4.5
Milwaukee.................................. 3.25
Cedar Rapids...............................4.5
                                                         Sioux Falls, SD............................... 5.5
                                                         Green Bay....................................... 3.5
                                                         Warrens........................................... 0.5
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                                                                                                                    Cover Photos courtesy of:
                                                                                                                    • River photo - Heidi Tubbs
                                                                                                                                                                    The eastern part of Jackson County was
                                                                                                                                                                    once part of an ancient glacial lake and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  downtown Black River Falls, visiting a
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  brewery or wineries, exploring museums
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  or dining at fine restaurants and taverns.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                We invite you to
Mpls. - St. Paul............................2.5
Duluth-Superior...................... 3.25
Rochester..................................... 2.0
                                                         La Crosse.........................................1.0
                                                         Wausau............................................ 2.5
                                                         Madison.........................................2.25
                                                                                                                    • Kayak and jet ski - Woody Meyer
                                                                                                                    • ATV and snowmobile - Bob “Noodle” Novak
                                                                                                                                                                    contains nearly 200,000 acres of public
                                                                                                                                                                    land. Much of that land surrounds the
                                                                                                                                                                    upper Black River, creating a pristine and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  There are plenty of lodging options
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  with hotels, motels, cabins, bed and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  breakfasts and camping.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                come and see
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                for yourself.
                                                                                                                    • Motorcycle - Brian Mullane                    quiet wilderness experience. Although
Eau Claire.........................................1.0   Wisconsin Dells............................1.25
                                                                                                                                                                    there are some smaller falls along parts      Jackson County, through the efforts
                                                                                                                                                                    of the Black River, the original 25-30        of JacksonInAction.org (community

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                                                                                                                                                ackson County is the
                                                                                                                                                headquarters of the Ho-Chunk
                                                                                                                                                Nation sovereign government
                                                                                                                                            and also serves as home to the
                                                                                                                                            highest concentration of the

In The Black River Area                                                           People of the Big Voice                                   Ho-Chunk population. Of the
                                                                                                                                            7,200 members of the Nation,
                                                                                                                                            about 5,100 live within the state
                                                                                                                                            of Wisconsin and about 1,200 live
To view annual events in our area visit                                                                                                     in Jackson County. The Ho-Chunk
                                                                                                                                            People have shared their rich
www.blackrivercountry.net/events                                                                                                            culture with residents opening
                                                                                                                                            doors to dialogue, trade and
                                                                                                                                            the great artistry of their
                                                                                                                                            traditional crafts.

                                                                                                                                            Today the evolution of the
                                                                                                                                            Nation’s early relationships
                                                                                                                                            with residents continues as their
                                                                                                                                            members engage in commerce,
                                                                                                                                            partnerships and shared
                                                                                                                                            governance to highlight the
                                                                                                                                            uniqueness of this beautiful
                                                                                                                                            and historic place in Wisconsin.

                                                                                                                                            The Ho-Chunk Nation holds
                                                                                                                                            several events throughout the
                                                                                                                                            year. None more promoted than
                                                                                                                                            the Memorial and Labor Day
                                                                                                                                            weekend gatherings held at the
                                                                                                                                            Andrew Blackhawk Memorial
                                                                                                                                            Pow-Wow Grounds, located on
                                                                                                                                            State Highway 54 east of Black
                                                                                                                                            River Falls. The pow-wows held
                                                                                                                                            during these celebrations feature
                                                                                                                                            respected warriors from all
                                                                                                                                            nationalities who raise more than
                                                                                                                                            100 flags in honor of the veterans
                                                                                                                                            who have proudly served.

                                                                                                                                            The Ho-Chunk Nation continues
                                                                                                                                            to make great strides in
                                                                                                                                            strengthening its cultural identity
                                                                                                                                            as well as growing in economic
                                                                                                                                            and personal relationships made
                                                                                                                                            over the years. Following a prior
                                                                                                                                            Presidential proclamation in
                                                                                                                                            support of language revitalization,
                                                                                                                                            the Ho-Chunk Nation bridged
                                                                                                                                            further relationships with colleges
                                                                                                                                            and school districts to share this
                                                                                                                                            unique treasure.

                                                                                                                                            For more information about the
                                                                                                                                            Ho-Chunk Nation, please visit the
                                                                                                                                            “Ho-Chunk Nation” on Facebook,
                                                                                                                                            or ho-chunknation.com. And
                                                                                                                                            don’t forget Ho-Chunk Gaming
                                                                                                                                            Black River Falls where food and
                                                                                                                                            entertainment are always available.

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Outdoor
Recreation
CANOEING/KAYAKING
The Black River Falls area has some of the finest
streams and rivers in Wisconsin. In the section of the
Black River near Black River Falls, the river cuts its
way through a rugged and picturesque wilderness,
offering wide bends, scenic rock outcroppings and
sandbars. Campsites are available along the way.
You can paddle all the way to the Mississippi River.
Popular paddling routes range from 2 to 5 hours.
For information about routes and landings go to
blackrivercountry.net.

Tributaries of the river like Robinson, Morrison
and Halls Creeks offer some Class III and Class II
rapids depending on the water flow. When you plan
your trip, be sure to call ahead for the latest water
conditions. Canoe and kayak rentals are available.

FISHING
Jackson County features lakes and streams to                                         BICYCLING                                            trails take you through scenic pine and oak
accommodate a variety of fishing year round.                                         A paved bicycling trail experience can be found      forests with terrain that will challenge you at
The Black River is known for muskie, walleye, and                                    on the Foundation Trail, a four-mile hiking and      every level. Our Forestry and Parks Department
smallmouth bass. Lake Arbutus and the Black                                          biking trail that circles the city of Black River    has developed the Wazee Lake Recreation
River Falls flowage provide excellent summer and                                     Falls. Follow a picturesque creek as you climb       Area which currently provides nine miles of
winter fishing. Jackson County also has private                                      through a deep valley and bike along the             mountain bike trails. This trail follows the old
cranberry flowages that provide excellent fishing                                    Black River.                                         Jackson County iron mine sites and provides
opportunities. Merlin Lambert County Park has boat                                                                                        breathtaking vistas of eastern
access to flowages that hold pan fish, northern pike,                                The Black River area also has hundreds of            Jackson County.
muskie and bass. If trout fishing is your sport, our                                 miles of paved county and town roads that are
county has many gentle trout streams for you to try.                                 perfect for quiet and beautiful biking.              Besides the designated trails, the Black River
                                                                                                                                          State Forest and Jackson County Forest have
HIKING                                                                               Hook up with the nation’s largest connected          several hundred miles of forest and old logging
Hiking trails abound in both the state and county                                    bicycle loop system in adjoining Trempealeau         roads which are open to mountain bike travel
forest land. Follow winding trails along hills and                                   County where 18 loops and 400 miles                  and will give you a one-of-a-kind off-road
valleys, all the while catching glimpses of abundant                                 of riding experience awaits.                         experience.
wildlife. The plant and wildflower species can be
seen and you may even find wild lupine, an essential                                 MOUNTAIN BIKING                                      GOLFING
source of food for the endangered Karner Blue                                        The off-road biker will find unique trail            The 18-hole Skyline Golf Course is a golfer’s
Butterfly.                                                                           opportunities in Jackson County. The Black           paradise laid out over acres of undulating
                                                                                     River State Forest has 24 miles of designated        wooded hills. Enjoy the scenic beauty and
SWIMMING                                                                             mountain bike trails. Trailheads can be found at     design of the back 9, which carves through
There are plenty of swimming areas throughout                                        Castle Mound and Pigeon Creek Campgrounds.           a beautiful oak and pine forest. Skyline Golf
Jackson County such as Lake Arbutus, Wazee Lake                                      Also, you will find Smrekar and Wildcat cross-       Course is located at 612 N. 11th Street in
Recreation Area, Pigeon Creek Flowage and Lake Lee                                   county trailheads northeast of Millston. Our         Black River Falls.
in Millston that feature easy parking, sandy beaches,
picnic areas and much more. The Hoffman Aquatic
Park also provides great fun for the entire family.

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                                                                                    ICE SKATING
                                                                                    Ice skating enthusiasts can
                                                                                    enjoy a variety of skating opportunities
                                                                                    in Black River Falls. The city maintains
                                                                                    a rink at the Jackson County Fair Park

Recreation
                                                                                    behind the grandstand that is open 24
                                                                                    hours a day, seven days a week. Another
                                                                                    location is on Harrison Street between
ATV, UTV & MOTORCYCLE TRAILS                                                        8th and 9th Streets at Mills Park. The
Jackson County and neighboring                                                      Milt Lunda Memorial Arena located in
Clark County offer a total of 235 miles                                             the Jackson County Fair Park is used for
of trails open to use by ATVs and                                                   figure skating, hockey and open skate
UTVs. For the off-road motorcycle                                                   from October through March.
enthusiasts, twenty-eight miles of
single-track trails wind their way                                                  CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
through the county and state forest                                                 The Black River State Forest has 24
offering breathtaking scenery. Trails                                               miles of the finest cross country ski trails
are open for ATVs and UTVs May 15                                                   in Wisconsin. Groomed trails provide
to October 15 and for ATVs only from                                                enjoyment for skiers from beginner
December 15 to March 15, weather                                                    to expert. Two trailhead parking lots
permitting. Single-track motorcycle                                                 provided: the Wildcat Trail Parking Lot
trails are open May 15 to October                                                   located on North Settlement Road; the
15 only. For information on trail                                                   Smrekar Trail Parking Lot located on
regulations, registration, trail pass                                               Smrekar Road. For more information
purchase locations and downloadable                                                 and maps visit dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/
or interactive maps visit                                                           StateForests/blackriver.
co.jackson.wi.us, dnr.wisconsin.gov/
topic/StateForests/blackriver or                                                    SNOWMOBILING
blackrivercountry.net.                                                              Jackson County has more than 350
                                                                                    miles of groomed snowmobile trails
HUNTING                                                                             which connect to 500 miles of trail in
With approximately 200,000 acres of                                                 surrounding counties. Connections can
public lands, and a bountiful supply of                                             be made to every trail in the state. Our
deer, it is not surprising that Jackson                                             trails offer the unique experience of
County is known as the “Deer Capital of                                             varied terrain. On the west side, the trails
Wisconsin.” The Jackson County Forest                                               wind through forest and agricultural land
and Black River State Forest provide a                                              which is quite steep in places; on the east
perfect habitat for deer, ruffed grouse,                                            side, the trails meander through heavily
squirrel and wild turkey. Dike 17 and the                                           wooded areas and a gentler, more level
Black River bottoms provide excellent                                               grade. Both have excellent scenery and
waterfowl hunting for ducks and geese.                                              well-maintained trails.

                                                                                    DOWNHILL SKIING, SNOWBOARDING
SNOWSHOEING
                                                                                    AND TUBING
The Black River State Forest has plenty
                                                                                    Bruce Mound Winter Sports Area,
of snowshoeing opportunities with
                                                                                    located on Highway 95 in neighboring
extraordinary scenery and woodland
                                                                                    Clark County, is one of Wisconsin’s
wonders for beginners and experienced
                                                                                    great attractions with premium hill
snowshoers.
                                                                                    conditions for both downhill skiers and
                                                                                    snowboarders. Their facilities include
Snowshoe trails are: the one mile
                                                                                    the following: ten slopes serviced by five
Smrekar Trail accessible from the
                                                                                    lifts; a complete rental shop with both
Smrekar Trail Parking Lot on Smrekar
                                                                                    ski and snowboard equipment; one of
Road; the one and one-half mile Pigeon
                                                                                    the best snow tube runs in the state;
Creek Nature Trail in Millston; Castle
                                                                                    lighted slopes and chalet that offers
Mound State Campground trail outside
                                                                                    food service. For more information call
of Black River Falls. With the exception
                                                                                    715.743.5140.
of groomed cross-country ski trails,
visitors may snowshoe anywhere in the
park.

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                                                                                                                                     BLACK RIVER STATE FOREST
                                                                                                                                     The Black River State Forest
                                                                                                                                     offers many recreational
                                                                                                                                     opportunities, including camping,
                                                                                                                                     hunting, hiking, skiing and ATV/
                                                                                                                                     UTV trails. The Department of

Recreation
                                                                                                                                     Natural Resources also manages
                                                                                                                                     this property to meet a host
                                                                                                                                     of other objectives, including
                                                                                                                                     maintenance of wildlife habitat,
                                                                                                                                     native biological diversity, soil
WAZEE LAKE RECREATION AREA                                                                                                           and water quality, aesthetics and
Wazee Lake Recreation Area, Jackson                                                                                                  timber production.
County’s largest park, encompasses
3,000 acres of woodland and water for                                                                                                STATE CAMPGROUNDS
your enjoyment.                                                                                                                      Contact Reserve America to make
                                                                                                                                     camping reservations for Indoor
At the heart of the park is Wazee Lake,                                                                                              Group, Outdoor Group, East
Wisconsin’s deepest lake. Known for its                                                                                              Fork, Pigeon Creek and Castle
exceptional water clarity, Wazee Lake has                                                                                            Mound State Campgrounds at
become a popular destination for scuba                                                                                               888.947.2757. All others are first
diving all year round. Beach lovers also enjoy                                                                                       come-first served.
the wide, sand beach area and clear water for
wading, swimming and diving. Anglers can                                                                                             All campgrounds contain safe
fish for game fish such as walleye, crappies                                                                                         drinking water and sanitary
and bass. A handicap fishing pier is available.                                                                                      facilities. They are patrolled by
Boats with motors are not allowed.                                                                                                   law enforcement personnel for
                                                                                                                                     public protection.
The park also features 12 primitive campsites
and a network of trails around the lake                                                                                              Primitive camping is allowed
for hikers and mountain bikers. In 2019, a                                                                                           by backpackers who are hiking
concession building, playground and flush                                                                                            and carrying their food and
bathrooms were added.                                                                                                                gear. Backpackers must obtain
                                                                                                                                     a permit before setting out and
PUBLIC LAND                                                                                                                          camping in areas designated
Jackson County has more than 188,000 acres                                                                                           by permit.
of state and county forest land. Extensive
ATV, motorcycle, and snowmobile trails wind                                                                                          Off-site camping is allowed
their way through woodland and rolling                                                                                               during the deer gun season only
terrain.                                                                                                                             by hunters in designated areas by
                                                                                                                                     permit only.
Designated trails are provided for hikers,
backpackers, mountain bikers and cross-                                                                                              Pets shall be kept on a leash not
country skiers. A variety of camping                                                                                                 more than 8 feet long. Pets are
opportunities are also available as well as                                                                                          not allowed in any building, picnic
day-use picnic and swimming facilities.                                                                                              area, swimming beach or ski trail
                                                                                                                                     when the ski trails are in use.
                                                                                                                                     Owners must clean up after
LAKE ARBUTUS
                                                                                                                                     their pets.
Lake Arbutus, located in the Village of
Hatfield, covers about 840 acres and provides
many recreational opportunities. Hatfield is                                                                                         FIRES
home to three campgrounds, six public boat                                                                                           It is unlawful to start, tend, or
landings, food and entertainment centers and                                                                                         maintain a fire on the ground or
convenience stores. Not only does Hatfield                                                                                           to burn refuse except in fireplaces
offer supreme water sports, but also is an                                                                                           or fire rings.
ATV/UTV hotspot. Hunting land, hiking trails
and downhill ski trails are also nearby.

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STATE FOREST • 715.284.4103

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          PLAYGROUND
                                                                                                                                                       ACCESSIBLE

                                                                                                                                                                                                  CANOEING

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              X-C SKIING
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         SWIMMING
                                                                                                                                                                                                             DRINKING

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  ELECTRIC
                                                                                                                                                                                     CAMPING

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                SHOWER

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    TOILETS
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        FISHING
                                                                                                                                                                                                             WATER

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              HIKING
                                                                                                                                                                    BIKING

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       PICNIC
                                                                                                                                                                             CABIN
FAMILY CAMPING
Canoe Campsite                                                             Accessible only by canoe and available only to canoeists.
Highway 27 South to Hawk Island Road.                                      2 campsites. Camping is limited to one night only.                                                         8            8                     8

Castle Mound                                                               Winter Camping, 35 camp units, shelter, showers, 1.5 mile nature trail,
Exit #116. 1/2 mile to Highway 27 South then Highway 12 East for 1 mile.   2.5 mile hiking/biking trail, 14 electric sites. A must see view from the   8            8                 8                        8                   8           8           8            8        8                   8                       8
                                                                           top of Castle Mound. 14 pull-thru sites. Vehicle Permit.

                                                                           North end of State Forest on Campground Road. 24 camp units, 1 mile
East Fork                                                                  nature trail. On the banks of the East Fork of the Black River. Canoe
Exit #116 to Highway 54 East for 4.5 miles to County Road K. Turn left     landing at entrance. Canoe downstream to Lake Arbutus, which has a
on K toward Hatfield, then 6.5 miles to Clay School Road. Turn right       swimming beach and boating opportunities. Hike the nature trail along                                      8            8           8         8                     8                        8                            8                       8
on Clay School Road to Campground Road.                                    the river bank and see the wildlife that abounds in the State Forest. 5
                                                                           pull-thru sites.

                                                                           Pigeon Creek Flowage offers a nice swimming beach, playground
Pigeon Creek                                                               equipment and fishing within walking distance. For a truly scenic view,
Exit #128. Take County Road O East to North Settlement Road.               hike or ski the Wildcat or Ridge Trail north of the campground. Winter      8            8                 8            8           8         8                     8           8            8                 8          8                       8
Approximately 2 miles from I-94.                                           camping, 38 camp units, drinking water, 1.5 mile nature trail, 5.2 mile
                                                                           mountain biking trail. 4 pull-thru sites.

INDOOR CAMP GROUP

East Fork                                                                  Year-round camping, 1 modern, 2-bedroom cabin, sleeps 12.
Exit Highway 54 East for 6.5 miles to County Road K towards
Hatfield. Turn left. Turn right on Clay School Rd. Turn left on
                                                                           Vehicle Permit. Outside area can accommodate 50 people.                     8                     8        8                                                                                                              8                       8
                                                                           Limited number of wheeled camping units and tents allowed.
Campground Road.

OUTDOOR CAMP GROUP

East Fork
Exit #116 to Highway 54 East. Turn Left on County Road K, after 6.5        Open April 15-November 30. Can accommodate 50 people and up to 8
                                                                           wheeled camping units. Vehicle Permit.                                                                     8                        8                                                                                     8                       8
miles turn right on Clay School Road. Turn Left on Campground Road.

PARKS, PICNIC & DAY- USE AREAS

Castle Mound
Exit #116. 1/2 mile to Highway 27 South then Highway 12 East for 1 mile.
                                                                           Shelter, playground equipment, hiking, vehicle permit.                      8            8                                          8                               8           8            8                            8                       8

Oxbow Pond
Exit #116. Highway 54 East for 7.5 miles then left on Cemetery Road        Pond stocked with trout yearly.                                                                                                               8                                              8
for approximately 1.5 miles.

Perry Creek
Exit #116, Highway 54 West to Highway 27. Turn South for 2.8 miles.
                                                                           2 miles of trail, hiking, along Lower Black River.                                                                                            8                     8                        8

Hiking, biking, and skiing trails
ATV/UTV 33 Total Trail Miles. Off-trail use not permitted. Snowmobile 48 Total Trail Miles.

Smrekar                                                                    Shelter, 14 total miles, hiking, backpacking with permit, trail
From I-94, take Exit #128. Go East on County Road O for 4 miles,
                                                                           pass required.                                                                           8                                          8                               8                        8                            8         8             8
then left onto Smrekar Road for 1 mile.

Wildcat
From I-94, take Exit #128. Go East on County Road O for 1/4 mile,          10 total trail miles, backpacking with permit, trail pass required.                      8                                          8                               8                        8                            8         8             8
then North onto North Settlement Road for approximately 3 miles.

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Jackson County Parks                                                                                                                    For information on East & West Arbutus Campgrounds, call 715.333.5832. For other Jackson County campgrounds call 715.284.8475

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                                                                                                                                          ACCESSIBLE

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CAMPGROUNDS, PARKS, PICNIC & DAY-USE AREAS

                                                                                                                                                                                    DRINKING

                                                                                                                                                                                                         ELECTRIC
                                                                                                                                                                CAMPING

                                                                                                                                                                          BOATING

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   SHOWER

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       TOILETS
                                                                                                                                                                                               FISHING
                                                                                                                                                                                    WATER

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    HIKING
                                                                                                                                                       BIKING

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       SCUBA
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          PICNIC

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 ATV
FAMILY CAMPING
                                                                Exit #116, Highway 54 for six miles East to County Road K, turn North
East Arbutus County Campground                                  for eight miles to Clay School Road. Turn East for one mile to park.                             8         8          8         8         8          8        8            8        8        8          8        8

Crawford Hills ATV/UTV/Motorcycle County Park & Campground      Exit #116, Highway 54 East 15 miles.                                                             8                    8                              8        8            8                            8        8
                                                                Exit #116, take Highway 54 East for 20 miles to McKenna Road.
Merlin Lambert County Park and Campground                       Turn South and continue for four miles.                                                          8         8          8         8                    8        8            8                            8

                                                                Exit #115, take Highway 12 North three miles, then East onto
West Arbutus County Campground                                  County Road E to the village of Hatfield to Thunderbird Lane.             8                      8         8          8         8                    8        8            8        8        8          8

                                                                Exit #116, Highway 54 East six miles.
Wazee Lake Recreation Area Campground & Recreation Area         Turn South on Brockway Road for 4 miles.                                               8         8                    8         8                    8        8            8                 8          8              8

CITY AND VILLAGE PARKS
Spaulding Pond Park and Campground                              Exit #116, 22 miles on Highway 54 East to Spaulding Road.                                        8                              8                    8                     8                 8          8
Gile Memorial Park and Campground                               South of Merrillan on Highway 12/27.                                                             8         8          8         8         8          8        8            8                 8          8

Hixton Village Park and Campground                              I-94 Hixton Exit #105. Turn left on Highway 95 - 1/2 mile on left.                               8                    8                   8                   8            8                            8
Alma Center Turtle Pond Park                                    Located on Turtle Pond Lane just off Highway 95.                                                                                8                                          8
Black River Falls Al Young Park                                 Located on South Water Street.                                                         8                                                             8        8            8
Black River Falls Black River Falls Pet Park                    Located on Vaudreuil Road.                                                                                                                                                 8

Black River Falls Field of Honor Veterans Memorial Park         Located behind the Chamber Building at 120 North Water Street.            8            8                              8                   8          8        8            8                            8
Black River Falls Foundation Trail Park                         Located on 8th Street.                                                                 8                                                             8                     8

Black River Falls Jackson County Fair Park                      Located off Highway 54 & Melrose Street.                                  8                                                               8                                8                            8

Black River Falls Lunda Community Park, Hoffman Aquatic         Located on Tyler Street.                                                  8            8                              8         8         8          8        8            8                 8          8
                      Center and Rotary Skate Park

Black River Falls Marks Field                                   Located on the end of North 10th Street.                                                                                                                                   8                            8
Black River Falls Mills Park                                    Located on Harrison Street.                                                                                                                                   8            8

Black River Falls Rock Springs Park                             Located on the end of South 5th Street.                                                                                                                       8            8

Black River Falls Veterans Park                                 Located on County Road R off Highway 54.                                                                              8                              8

Black River Falls The Rustic Mill Park                          Located at N5491 State Highway 54 West.                                   8                                                     8         8                                8                            8

Brockway Town Park                                              Located off Highway 27 South.                                                                                         8                   8          8        8            8                            8
Melrose Village Park                                            Located off Highway 54.                                                                                               8                   8          8        8            8                 8

Merrillan Lower Lake Park                                       Located off Highway 12 in Merrillan.                                                                                  8                                                    8                 8          8
Millston Lake Lee                                               Located off Highway 12.                                                                                    8          8         8                    8        8            8                 8

Millston Village Park                                           Located off Highway 12.                                                                                                                   8                   8            8                            8

Taylor Village Park                                             Located off Highway 95.                                                                                               8                   8          8        8            8                            8
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Hotel, Motel, Cabins & Lodges

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Breakfast Availible

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Camping Available
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Pool (P) Sauna (S)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Laundry Availible
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Outdoor Electric
                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Refrigerator (R)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Microwave (M)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Meeting Space
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Whirlpool (W)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Fitness Room

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Water access
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Pets Allowed

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              (on or near)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Kitchen(K)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Atv access
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Cable TV
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Internet
                                                                                                                                                     Number of Rooms (R )
                                             Phone                       E-mail                              Address                       City      or Cabins (C )                 Cabin Notes                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Other

HOTELS & MOTELS
AmericInn                                 715-284-3320    blackriverfalls.wi@americinn.com       N6356 Country Drive         Black River Falls      54 Rooms                                            PW                    RM                  ✘ ✘ ✘                                                          ✘                     ✘          ✘          ✘                    ✘
Comfort Inn & Suites                      715-284-0888    cisbrf@gmail.com                       N6295 Holiday Drive         Black River Falls      75 Rooms                                            PW                    RM                ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘                                                          ✘                     ✘          ✘          ✘                    ✘
Days Inn                                  715-284-4333    daysinn12552@hotmail.com               919 State Highway 54 East   Black River Falls      82 Rooms                                            PW                    RM                    ✘ ✘                                                          ✘                     ✘          ✘          ✘                    ✘
SureStay Plus by Best Western             715-284-9471    gm@bwarrowheadlodge.com                600 Oasis Road              Black River Falls      133 Rooms                                           PW                    RM                ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘                                                          ✘                     ✘          ✘          ✘                    ✘ ✘                                            Private Pond

CABINS & LODGES
Arpin Cranberry Co                        608-378-4333 boblundt65@gmail.com                      N4690 McKenna Road          Warrens                1 Cabin & 1 Mobile Home (MH)   Sleeps 6                                   RMK                                              ✘ ✘                                                                ✘          MH                   ✘ ✘ ✘                                          Private Pond for swimming and fishing

Brambleberry Lodging                      608-525-8001    info@brambleberrywinery.com            N3684 Claire Road           Taylor                 4 Rooms                        Sleeps 1-2           W                     RMK                                                                                                      ✘                                                                                         Onsite Winery

Clemins Cottages                          414-416-0190    cleminscottages@gmail.com              N379 Maple Lane             Hatfield               1 Cabin                        Sleeps 6                                   RMK                                ✘           ✘                                                         ✘ ✘
Doc's Bunkhouse                           715-964-8010    docsbunkhouse@gmail.com                N11702 Elker Road           Merrillan              8 Cabins                       Varies                                     RMK                                ✘ ✘       ✘ ✘   ✘
Hatfield Resort                           608-632-2238    hatfieldresort@gmail.com               W8215 County Road J         Hatfield               6 Cabins                       Sleeps 2-6                                 RMK                                  ✘   ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘                                                                                                                                               Within walking distance of Lake Arbutus

KOA Hixton/Alma Center                    715-964-2508    Hixton@Koa.com                         N9657 State Road 95         Hixton                 3 Cabins                       Sleeps 6-10                                RMK                              ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘     ✘ ✘                                                                                                                                               Private Pond for swimming and fishing

Living Waters Weddings, Retreats                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       ✘ ✘                                                       ✘
                                          715-797-7937    livingwaterscabin@gmail.com            N9703 MacArthur Road        Hixton                 1 Cabin & 1 Suite              Sleeps 5 & 2          W                    RMK                                              ✘ ✘                                                                                                                                               Pond on Property
& Cabin Getaway

Lost Falls Campground                     715-284-7133    info@lostfalls.com                     N2974 E Sunnyvale Road      Black River Falls      7 Cabins                       Sleeps 2-6                                 RMK                                                              ✘                                                                                                 ✘ ✘                             Located on the Black River

                                                                                                                                                    3 Camp Cabins (CC)             CC sleeps 2
Parkland Village                          715-284-9700    laurie@parklandvillagecampground.com   N6150 Julianna Road         Black River Falls                                                          P                     RMK                                              ✘ ✘                                                     ✘                     ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘                                                             Pond and Mini Golf
                                                                                                                                                    5 Park Models (PM)             PM sleeps 6

R&R Cottage                               612-369-2300    randy@remembergroup.com                N424 Oakwood Place          Hatfield (Merrillan)   1 Lake House                   Sleeps up to 10                            RMK                                                                                                      ✘       ✘                                                                                 Located on Lake Arbutus

Shane's Cabin                             715-213-2505    brandon@jacobycustomcues.com           N965 Riviera Avenue         Neillsville            1 Cabin                        Sleeps 10+                                 RMK                                                               ✘                                        ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘
Tall Timbers Lodge                        608-632-2237    davcherltd@yahoo.com                   N9624 Beach Lane            Hatfield               1 Lodge                        Sleeps 16                                  RMK                                                               ✘                                      ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘                                                                               Located on Lake Arbutus

                                          608-368-2500    sales@threebearsresort.com             701 Yogi Circle             Warrens                93 Rooms & 53 Cabins           Sleep 10-20          PW                    RMK                ✘ ✘ ✘                                                            ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘                                                                                                        Indoor/Outdoor Water Park/Mini Golf/
Three Bears Resort
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Arcade/Restaurant and more

The Cottages on Serenity Lake             715-333-2131    Alisaalicia04@aol.com                  N8999 County E              Black River Falls      3 Cabins                       Sleeps 10-35         W                     RMK                                ✘     ✘   ✘   ✘                                                                                                                                                 Private Lake, 1/2 mile to ATV Trail Access

Thunderbird Village Flea Markets & Lodging 608-989-2275   hatfieldfleamkt@yahoo.com              N9517 Thunderbird Lane      Hatfield               3 Properties                   Sleeps 28, 14, & 6                         RMK                              ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘   ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘                                                                                                                                               Lake Arbutus

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Creekside Escape                          715-284-5651    escapetocreekside@gmail.com            N3504 Dodge Road            Black River Falls      1 Cabin                        Sleeps 5                 RMK          ✘                                                                      ✘                                      ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘       On Robinson's Creek
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Accommodations                                                                                                                                             Hixton/Alma Center KOA
                                                                                                                                                                LOCATED on HISTORIC SILVER MOUND
                                                                                                                                                                                 An Award Winning Quiet
                                                                                                                                                                                  Country Campground
                                                                                                                                                                                     Black River Country
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Parkland Village
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              CAMPGROUND                             N6150 Julianna Rd.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Black River Falls, WI 54615

B
   lack River Country has many fine
   accommodation choices for rest and relaxation.                                                                                                                               Jackson County - I-94 Exit 105                                                                        715.284.9700
   There are more than 500 rooms in our hotel
and motels, many of which are located right on the
ATV trail and some with indoor pool facilities for
the entire family. There are also bed and breakfasts,
cabins, campgrounds and lodges offering unique                                                                                                             Jumping Pillow / Pool / Playground / Gaga Ball / WIFI / Cable
hospitality. Come to explore and play, relax and stay.                                                                                                                     Sewer Hookups / Extra Long Pull Thru Sites
                                                                                                                                                                    48 Acres of beautiful woods, meadows, birds & flowers
                                                                                                                                                           Shaded level sites, secluded tent sites, Pavilion, Immaculate KOA Facilities,
                                                                                                                                                           Hot Showers & Restrooms, Laundry, Store, Dog Park, Saturday Wagon Ride,
                                                                                                                                                                  Saturday Ice Cream Social $ - Sunday Pancake Breakfast $
                                                                                                                                                                       A Great Place to Meet Friends
                                                                                                                                                                                                           10% Discount with KOA
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Value Kard - Buy One Here!         80 camping sites, 20 pull through sites, tent, seasonal,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 park models, water/sewer, electric hook ups.
                                                                                                                                                                                                       www.hixtonkoa.com                        Lodge features showers, restrooms & laundry.
                                                                                                                                                                                                           N9657 State Road 95              Playground, pool, pond, paddle boats, mini-golf course,
                                                                                                                                                                                                          Alma Center, WI 54611            free Wi-Fi, direct access to ATV trails. Call for reservations.
                                                                                                                                                                                                      • 715-964-2508 •
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           From I-94, Exit #116 Black River Falls, go (about 0.5 mile) on Hwy WI-54 East and turn right
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           onto Oasis Road, passing Perkins Restaurant and continue on service road into Campground.
                                                                                                                                                                                                            1-800-562-2680                     parklandvillagecampground.com
                                                                                                                                                                                                         John & Debbie Bierbach

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Outdoor Enthusiast Lakefront Lodge
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Located on beautiful Lake Arbutus!

                                                              CABIN RENTALS & CAMPGROUND                                                                                                                Tall Timbers Lodge
                                                                                                                                                                                                           Row boat, kayak and canoe available for                     Everything from making memories
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Sleeps 16

                                                                                                                                                                                                        use with your rental! Beautiful, rustic north              around the campfire to snow shoeing and
                                                                                                                                                                                                        woods log cabin with a gorgeous lake view                  hiking, there is something for everyone.
                                                                                                                                                                                                        and beachfront enjoyable for the kids and                  Enjoy the warmth of the fireplace and in-
                                                                                                                                                                                                        adults young at heart. Sleeps 16; 4 Bedrooms,              floor heat beneath your feet on the main
                                                                                                                                                                                                        2 Full Bathrooms. Wake up to a view of the                 level. Rental includes the use of the dock on
                                                                                                                                                                                                        sunrise peeking from behind the tall timbers               Lake Arbutus and the fully stocked kitchen
                                                                                                                                                                                                        on the shoreline of Lake Arbutus. Spend                    (utensils, glasses, serve ware, and silverware).
                                                          715-333-6600                                                        Hatfield, WI                                                              your days enjoying the numerous outdoor                        Lake Arbutus activities include hiking,
                                                          hatfieldresort.com                                           W8215 County Hwy J                                                               activities and the surrounding beauty that                 swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, ice
                                                              Convenience Store • Gift Shop • Tiki Bar                                                                                                  the Hatfield area has to offer year round                  fishing, ice skating (bring your own skates),
                                                          24-Hour Gas • One-Stop Shopping • ATM • ATV Oasis • Free ATV Wash                                                                             from the convenience of the backyard.                      paddle boarding, and tubing.
                                                          Located at entrance of Russell County Park - Connecting point of Jackson & Clark County Trails
                                                                                                                                                                       N9624 Beach Lane - (Hatfield) Merrillan, WI • www.vrbo.com/1830729
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Attractions,                                                                                            W
                                                                                                             alk through history in
                                                                                                             a museum, listen to a
                                                                                                             concert, take in a play,                                      Jackson County
                                                                                                        celebrate community heritage
                                                                                                        or enjoy one of the many
                                                                                                                                                                         Historical
Entertainment
                                                                                                        parks in Black River Country.                                     Society
                                                                                                                                                                        Museum
                                                                                                        There are always year-round

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Comes!
                                                                                                        opportunities to experience

& Recreation
                                                                                                        the culture and fun that makes                                                                     Carnegie Museum
                                                                                                                                                                      321 Main St, Black River Falls, WI

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               see u
                                                                                                        this a popular destination.                                           715-284-5314               TOURS AVAILABLE
                                                                                                                                                                                               Open to the Public: 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM
                                                                                                                                                                                  Fridays & Saturdays, May-October Also by appointment                            Membership or Day Pass available
                                                                                                                                                                                                 Children must be accompanied by an adult.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  The Lunda Community Center is a uniquely beautiful
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      center that promotes fun, fitness and social
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 opportunities. We welcome local and visiting friends,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                families and individuals, young to old - with such a wide
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 variety of amenities we have something for everyone!

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Hours of Operation: Mon. - Fri. 5:30 am - 9:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Sat. 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Sun. 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Phone: 715-670-0790
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        lundacommunitycenter.com
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      405 State Hwy. 54, Black River Falls, WI 54615

BLACK RIVER EXPRESS                                                                                                                                                     The best place to Golf, Dine, Entertain, & Socialize!
 Canoe & Kayak Rental
                                       Enjoy a day of canoeing/
                                       kayaking or an overnight
                                         adventure along the
                                        many sandbars on the
                                             Black River.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Skyline Golf Course is an 18-hole public golf course.
                                                                               Amenities:             Activities:                                                                                                                It is a beautiful combination of wide open fairways on the front nine,
                                                                               • 50 Campsites         • Nature Trail                                                                                                             with elevation changes, and a back nine that cuts through a thick pine
•Canoe & Kayak Rentals                                                         • 2 Group Areas        • Fish                                                                                                                     forest and follows a meandering creek.
                                                                               • 7 Log Cabins         • Swim
•Day & Overnight Rates
•Shuttle Services                                                              • Covered Pavilion
                                                                               • Playground
                                                                                                      • Gaga Ball
                                                                                                      • Volleyball                                                                                                               Restaurant & Bar
                                                                                                      •Large Sandy                                                                                                               Relax and enjoy the view!
 Choose your drop off point and length of trip. This is a safe and             • Free Hot Showers         Beach
                                                                               • Dump Station                                                                                                                                    • Daily Happy Hour
 fun activity for all ages. Bring your fishing pole, grill & coolers!                                 • River Rentals
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 • Breakfast served daily
                                   Corner of US Hwy 108 & Hwy 54                 N2974 E. Sunnyvale Road                                                                                                                         • Famous Friday Night Fish Fry
                                 (Melrose Express Convenience Store)             Black River Falls, WI 54615                                                                                                                     • Saturday Night Prime Rib
                                    301 S. Washington St.                      715.284.7133 • info@lostfalls.com
                                     Melrose, WI 54642                            800.329.3911                          Fun River Trips…                                                                                         Banquet &
                               Call us today to make your reservations!           www.lostfalls.com
                                                                                  Open May – September
                                                                                                                      Non-Campers Welcome!
                                                                                                               Due to changing river conditions, please call first.                                                              Meeting Rooms
                                  608-488-7017                                    We rent Canoes, Kayaks, SUP’s & Tubes
                                                                                                                                                                      612 North 11th St., Black River Falls, WI • 715-284-2613 • www.skylinegolfcoursewi.com
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Food
                                                                                                                                New RV RESORT & IRISH PUB
                                                                                                                                                                                                     Castle Hill Supper Club
                                                              F
                                                                   rom fine dining at many of the area’s supper
                                                                   clubs to unique and colorful taverns and
                                                                   restaurants, the opportunities for eating and                                                                                      Jackson County’s “Premier” Steak & Seafood House!
                                                               night life are many. From traditional Friday night
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Located 7 miles NW of BRF on Hwy 12&27.
                                                               fish fries to locally grown fare, there’s a dining

                                                                                                                                         R V
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Family owned restaurant since 1942.
                                                               experience sure to please your palate. For a                                                                        Full                                                  Banquet facility with seating for 15-400.
                                                               special local flavor, visit a brewery or winery to
                                                                                                                                                                                 Hook-ups!                                               Weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and
                                                               make your trip a memorable one.                                        R E S O RT

&Spirits
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         business meetings. Excellent food in all
                                                                                                                                                                                 Seasonal                                                price ranges. Featuring nightly specials.
                                                                                                                                                                                  Spots!                                                 Open Wed, Thur & Sun at 5pm.
                                                                                                                                     NEW
                                                                                                                                     2022                                                                                                Fri & Sat at 4:30. Closed Mon & Tues.
                                                                                                                                                                                                     N9581 US Hwy. 12, Merrillan, WI 54754 • Reservations 715.333.5901
                                                                                                                                   Great place                                                        mike@castlehillsupperclub.com • www.castlehillsupperclub.com
                                                                                                                                  to enjoy your
                                                                                                                                     favorite
                                                                                                                                    beverage!                                     INC
                                                                                                                                   Perfect for
                                                                                                                                   reunions or
                                                                                                                                   any special  Livec!
                                                                                                                                                                                         Riv
                                                                                                                                                                                        Viewesr                                   Authentic
                                                                                                                                      event!    Musi                                          !
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Mexican Cuisine
                                                                                                                                          Along the beautiful Black River!                                                   The area’s leading Mexican
                                                                                                                                     Features a boat landing and 800 feet of River                                        restaurant... serving since 2010.
                                                                                                                                         Frontage. Kayak & Fishing Heaven!                                               We specialize in authentic Mexican
                                                                                                                                                                                                                           food, fresh ingredients, drinks,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               catering & much more.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     109 Main St, Black River Falls, WI
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        715-284-5001
                                                                                                                                     N6600 Riverview Drive, Black River Falls, WI                                                         @CincoDeMayoMexicanGrill
                                                                                                                                    Just Off I-94, Exit 115 • Phone: 715-299-1415

                                                                                                                                Ron & Rhonda invite you to stop in for great food,
                                                                                                                                      fun & drinks in a casual atmosphere!
                                                                                                                                                 R & R’s                 Tuesday & Wednesday:
                                                                                                                                              FIRST & LAST              Homemade Noon Specials
                                                                                                                                                CHANCE                       Thursday: Tacos
                                                                                                                                                                               Friday Noon:
                                                                                                                                                                          Fish Sandwich Special
                                                                                                                                                                          Friday Starting 5 PM:
                                                                                                                                                                                Fish Dinner
                                                                                                                                Reserve ilion
                                                                                                                                              v
                                                                                                                                               the           Best             Saturday: Ribs
                                                                                                                                P a rt y P  a
                                                                                                                                              group        Burgers        Sunday 9 AM - Noon:
                                                                                                                                for your t.               in Town!
                                                                                                                                        e v e n                            Bloody Mary Specials        UPTOWN FEEL • DOWNTOWN EATS
                                                                                                                                Open: Tues. - Sun. 9 am to Close • Happy Hour: Tues. - Fri. 3-6 pm
                                                                                                                                      N5090 State Hwy 27, BRF • 715-284-3121
                                                                                                                                                                                                             Great Coffee. Wine & Craft Beer.

BJ’s
                                                        Great Drinks…Pizza…Snacks…Great Times!                                                                                                                Also Offering: Formal Dinners,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Catering & Delivery
                                                             A nice place to bring a friend or meet a friend.
   Bar & Grill                              On The
                                           ATV Trail
                                             Open
                                                            Best drinks in town and the coldest beer around!
                                                                  Pool, Darts, Volleyball & Horseshoes.
            715-284-4080                 11 am–C
                                                 los
                                          7 Days e
  Lunch & Dinner Specials!                 Week
                                                  a                                     Open 10:00 am
  Amazing Friday Fish Fry!                                                                Everyday
        W9944 Airport Rd
       Black River Falls, WI                                                            N5890 Hwy 54 W, Black River Falls, WI                                                                                    38 Main St • Black River Falls
                                                                                        (Located on Snowmobile trail)
      Take Hwy 54 East, turn right on
     Red Iron Rd & right on Airport Rd                                                  715-284-9345 • sunsetspa@yahoo.com
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        715-670-0707
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     www.REVBRF.com
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                                                                                                   hether you’re browsing

                                                                                                                                                Millers                                  Guaranteed to be one of
                                                                                                   for antiques, looking for
                                                                                                   a specialty item or need
                                                                                              recreational gear, there are
                                                                                                                                                                                           the most interesting

                                                                                                                                                Antiques
                                                                                              many local stores and friendly                                                                 antique shops in
                                                                                              merchants waiting to assist. Stroll                                                              Wisconsin.

  Shopping
                                                                                              historic downtown Black River
                                                                                              Falls or browse in the unique
                                                                                              shops. From hunting, fishing,                     N8779 Hwy 95, Hixton WI 54635
                                                                                              camping needs to recreational                       Phone: 715-963-1100 or 715-299-2543
                                                                                              vehicles or furniture, our small                     Open: 10 am to 5 pm • 7-Days a week                                         We carry some of the best brands...
                                                                                              and large stores are here to help.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      •Paint, Hardware, Home & Automotive/RV Departments
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      •Ace Rental Place - Equipment & Tools
                          MEAT - CHEESE - GIFTS                           Serving the Community Since 1926      Flowers for Every Day                                                                                 •Ace Contractor Center - Building Materials & Lumberyard
                         •Beef, Pork & Poultry -                                                                 & Special Occasions                                                                                  •Pet Food & Accessories and Wildlife Food Plot Products
                             Grassfed & Organically Raised                                                        Seasonal Greenhouse                                                                                 •Power Equipment, Hand & Power Tools
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                er
                         •Westby Coop Creamery Cheese
                           & Dairy Products                                                                           Fresh Flowers                                                                                   •Garden Center & Outdoor Living
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               G r eat Cuscteom
                         •Wild Caught Alaskan Salmon                                                                   Green Plants                                                                                   •Propane Refills & Exchanges                   Servi
                             Last Frontier Seafood, Dakota Tennant                                                Balloons • Gift Shop                                   To Eau Claire                                Services: Bicycle Service & Repair, Knife &
                                                                                                                                                                             94                   Alma
                        •Produce, Pantry Items,                                                                   Wines • Local Artists                                                      95   Center              Scissors Sharpening, Authorized UPS Outlet,
wagnerfamilymeats.com     Meat & Cheese Boxes                                                                                                                                                                         FOBS/Chip/Key Cutting, Glass & Pipe Cutting,
  @WagnerFamilyMeatsLLC •Unique Gifts, Décor & Much More                                                              & Much More                                                      ★Exit 105
                                                                                                                                                                             95
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The library collection includes a variety of                                                                                                           •Reiki Sessions & Classes
books, audiobooks, free downloadable                                                                                                                  •Medical Reiki •Animal Reiki
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The  Communities
of Jackson County

ALMA CENTER                            Enjoy our numerous parks. Golf       around, City Point has survived      The community hosts several          come camping, hiking, fishing       North Bend Days celebration
Located in the north central part      our 18-hole course or hike and       thanks in part to the timber         annual celebrations and events.      and picnicking. In the winter,      the third weekend in June.
of Jackson County on Highway           bike our 4.1-mile Foundation Trail   industry and the many cranberry      Antique enthusiasts and treasure     come to Bruce Mound Winter          Come enjoy the food, fun,
95, Alma Center is known as            around the city. Frisbee golfing     bogs in the area.                    seekers will enjoy shopping at       Sports Area, located three miles    music, canoe races and more.
the “Strawberry Capital” of            and tennis are available.                                                 several fine antique stores in and   from town. State of the art snow
Wisconsin. Every June, it hosts                                             HATFIELD                             near the downtown area.              making, lighted trails for night    NORTHFIELD
the Strawberry Festival. For           BROCKWAY                             The village of Hatfield, nestled                                          skiing, 10 scenic slopes with 5     A friendly dairy community
family fun come enjoy the crafts,      The township of Brockway,            in the pines in west central         MELROSE                              lifts provide hours of fun for      located on I-94 at the junction
flea market, parade, carnival          located on the east side of the      Wisconsin on the border of           Located 16 miles southwest of        downhill skiing, snowboarding       of Highway 121, Northfield is
and best of all the “Strawberry        Black River, was carved out          Jackson and Clark Counties,          Black River Falls, Melrose is a      and tubing.                         blessed with scenic rolling
Shortcake.” Visit the picturesque      of Albion in the early 1890’s.       was one the favorite hunting         small community nestled in the                                           hills and beautiful country
Turtle Pond Park and experience        Natural beauty abounds in            grounds of the Ho-Chunk Nation.      hills and valleys of the Coulee      MILLSTON                            churches. Each year in August
the peaceful charms of                 the Black River State Forest,        Now it is a friendly resort town     Region. Melrose hosts several        The town of Millston in south       it hosts the York-Northfield
small town Wisconsin.                  Jackson County Forest, Castle        and home to Lake Arbutus, an         events each year including a         central Jackson County is           Rodeo.
                                       Mound State Park and Wazee           840 acre lake. We have many          4th of July celebration, Melrose     known as “The Friendly Village”.
BLACK RIVER FALLS                      Lake Recreation Area. The whole      vacation accommodations and          Field Days in July and an annual     Small in size but big in spirit,    TAYLOR
Situated on the banks of the           family can experience outdoor        opportunities for swimming,          Corn Boil in August. In addition,    Millston hosts several events       Taylor, located 14 miles
Black River, Black River Falls,        recreation with extensive ATV,       boating, fishing, water skiing,      Melrose offers recreation for        during the year – The Millston      northwest of Black River
the largest city in Jackson            snowmobile, bicycle and hiking       canoeing, kayaking, ATVing and       all ages with two parks, ball        Car Show in May and the Labor       Falls, is a small village with
County and the county seat,            trails. Stay at one of our motels,   snowmobiling. Hatfield also hosts    diamonds, a basketball court,        Day Celebration in September.       friendly people ready to
has enjoyed a long and varied          test your luck at the casino         several flea markets each year.      volleyball, canoe rentals and a      Home to most of the Black River     greet you. Taylor provides a
history. Originally settled by         or visit a cranberry industry                                             swimming pool.                       State Forest, the area includes     beautiful wood-side park with
Jacob Spaulding, the town was          operation. Frisbee golfing is also   HIXTON                                                                    miles of ATV, snowmobile,           a playground, tennis courts,
destroyed by fire in 1860 and          available.                           Hixton, located on I-94 at the       MERRILLAN                            hiking and ski trails.              volleyball, baseball and a
rebuilt in 1861. It has survived                                            junction of Highway 95, was an       Merrillan is located 11 miles                                            picnic area. A hiking trail is
several floods and other               CITY POINT                           important village in early Jackson   north of Black River Falls.          NORTH BEND                          located along the Trempealeau
calamities. Today visitors enjoy       Located in the northeast corner      County. With the Trempealeau         Oakwood Lake, Halls Creek and        The village of North Bend is        River. The village celebrates
boating, fishing, canoeing, rafting,   of Jackson County, the township      River, and Lowe, Tank, and           Trow Lake are just one mile          located in the southwest corner     Taylor Old Fashion Days every
scuba diving, biking and other         of City Point was created from       Stony Creeks’ irrigation, rich       southeast of town. Summer and        of Jackson County. The village      year. Come and bring the
outdoor events. Visit the historic     the town of Sullivan in 1889.        farmland would be found almost       winter activities abound. Take a     is noted for great canoeing and     family for food, fun, carnival
downtown for great shopping.           Although Sullivan is no longer       anywhere across the township.        break from your hectic life and      fishing and holds its annual        rides, music and more.

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Things
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        To

KARNER BLUE BUTTERFLY                  WISCONSIN CRANBERRY                    LUNDA COMMUNITY CENTER                   BIRDING HOTSPOT                        JACKSON COUNTY FAIR PARK            HO-CHUNK GAMING,
Jackson County is home to the          DISCOVERY CENTER                       The Lunda Community Center,              Black River Country is known as        The Jackson County Fair Park        BLACK RIVER FALLS
Karner Blue Butterfly, a species       Housed in a former cranberry           located at 405 State Hwy 54 in           a birding hot spot in west central     in Black River Falls has modern     Ho-Chunk Gaming Black River
that was listed as endangered in       warehouse, the Wisconsin               Black River Falls, provides facilities   Wisconsin. This picturesque            facilities with dairy, livestock,   Falls is nestled in the beautiful
1992. Pine barrens, oak savannas       Cranberry Discovery Center’s           and programming to people of all         region of rugged pine forest offers    horse and small animal barns,       Jackson County Forest near Black
and open prairies provide their        interactive exhibit hall details the   ages to promote healthy lifestyles.      outstanding birding, especially        along with a grandstand and         River Falls, Wisconsin. This modern
habitat. Karner Blues depend on        history of cranberry production        The center contains an indoor            at Dike 17 on Settlement Road.         year-round animal arena. The        facility offers the best in gaming
the wild lupine plant, a beautiful     in Wisconsin. From Native              aquatic center, lap pool, fitness        During the summer, the lush            Milt Lunda Memorial Arena hosts     with over 750 reel and video
purple wildflower. The pale green      Americans gathering fruit in the       center, indoor walking track,            green wetland is alive with            figure skating, hockey and open     slot machines; seven Blackjack
caterpillar feed exclusively on the    wild, to today’s unique harvesting     fitness classes, racquetball courts,     activity. Sandhill crane, numerous     skate October through March.        tables with various side bets; 3
leaves of the wild lupine.             methods, you’ll learn how              climbing wall, golf simulator,           shorebirds and waterfowl use the       All facilities are available for    card Poker, a 500-seat Bingo Hall,
                                       cranberries became Wisconsin’s         community gym, Senior Center,            area. Kingfisher, heron, egret and     rent through the city of Black      over 180 hotel rooms with online
KARNER BLUE GARDEN CLUB                #1 fruit crop and the leading          Boys and Girls Club, and field           several raptor species are also        River Falls at 715.284.9246. The    reservations, Coffee Shop, and
The Karner Blue Garden Club            producer in the United States.         house for the Black River Falls          common sights, as are a variety of     park also hosts the annual five-    Sundry.
was formed in 1995 with a strong       Enjoy our specialty cranberry          School District.                         songbirds that utilize the excellent   day Jackson County Fair with a      W9010 Highway 54 East,
desire to enhance the beauty of        ice cream flavors, a wonderful                                                  upland habitat that surrounds the      rodeo, tractor pull, horse show,    Black River Falls. 715-284-9098
the Black River Falls area. The club   selection of cranberry wines,          It has been proven that providing        wetlands. One visit and Dike 17 will   demolition derby and other          or 800-657-4621 or visit
generously contributes hundreds        and a cranberry gift shop with         access to environments that offer        probably be number one on your         traditional fair events.            ho-chunkgaming.com.
of hours each year to maintain         gourmet food products offering         facilities and programming for           list of favorite Wisconsin birding
54 flower beds throughout the          a little something for everyone.       active lifestyles helps improve          locations.
community and hanging baskets          Visit discovercranberries.com          health. For more information visit
placed along the downtown.             for more information and to find       lundacommunitycenter.com
                                       hours of operation based on the        or call 715.670.0790.
                                       season of the year.

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       To

                                                                                                                     FIELD OF HONOR                        JACKSON COUNTY                        Wisconsin’s Vietnam Veterans;
                                                                                                                     VETERANS MEMORIAL                     VETERANS PARK                         however, the park has expanded
                                                                                                                     Using a pentagon theme, the Field     The Jackson County Veterans           and now features tributes to
                                                                                                                     of Honor is build around a 32-foot    Park was developed by veterans        WWI, WWII, WASP, and Korean
                                                                                                                     flag pole which is illuminated from   and volunteers to honor veterans      veterans, a National Tribute
                                                                                                                     dusk to dawn. The Field of Honor      in all branches of service. The       to Native American Vietnam
                                                                                                                     is further enhanced through the       park has displays of the following:   Veterans as well as a replica
                                                                                                                     use of a series of descriptive        a 1897 model “French 75” artillery,   Liberty Bell, Meditation Garden,
JUST A QUICK DRIVE:                   ELK                                     There are more than 70 elk now         monoliths (monuments) which           which is the first modern artillery   Gold Star, and Dove Effigy Mound.
RUSTIC ROAD 54                        Elk once again roam the public          roaming the forests of Jackson         honor veterans of World War I,        piece used in WWI by the French       The Highground is open 365
The North Settlement Road (R-54),     lands in eastern Jackson County,        County, which has habitat that         World War II, the Korean Conflict,    and United States; a M60A3 Main       days a year, 24 hours a day. The
which runs from County Highway        thanks to a reintroduction project      can support the elk. Many are          and the Vietnam War. Flowers,         Battle tank and a Cobra Attack        140 acre park offers four miles
O north to Highway 54, is one of      that began in 2015.                     equipped with radio collars so         shrubs, and a vast lawn area          Helicopter. Flags of the United       of hiking trails, a handicapped
Wisconsin’s Rustic Roads.                                                     wildlife officials can continue        surround the Field of Honor in        States, MIA/Prisoner of War, and      accessible tree house, picnic
Wisconsin has designated over 60      In December 2014 a 5-year               to monitor them. One potential         greenery and represent the peace      Wisconsin anchor the memorial.        shelters, public restrooms, and a
roads during the past several years   agreement was reached between           viewing spot for visitors is to take   and freedom our veterans have                                               gift shop open daily from 10am-
to preserve what remains              Wisconsin and Kentucky that             a drive along North Settlement         fought to preserve. The two 25-       HIGHGROUND VETERANS                   5pm. The Highground is a grass
of Wisconsin’s scenic, lightly        would provide Jackson County            Road through the Black River State     foot flag poles (Prisoner of War/     MEMORIAL PARK                         roots effort with no ongoing federal
traveled country roads for the        with wild elk. The overall goal is to   Forest.                                Missing in Action and the State       The Wisconsin Vietnam Veterans        or state funding and is supported
leisurely enjoyment of bikers,        grow the herd to approximately                                                 of Wisconsin) at the entrance to      Memorial Project, Inc., also          exclusively by public donations.
hikers, and motorists. These roads    400 in the Black River Country          If you’re lucky enough to see an       the memorial also complement          known as The Highground, is a         The Highground is located on
are all marked with brown and         Elk Range and eventually have an        elk, be sure to take a picture and     the setting. It is located next to    veteran’s memorial park whose         US Highway 10, four miles west
yellow signs and each is assigned a   elk hunting season. This plan has       share it with us!                      the Black River Area Chamber of       mission is healing and education.     of Neillsville. Guided tours are
number with an “R” prefix to avoid    strong support from state and                                                  Commerce, 120 N. Water Street,        Founded in 1984, it has become a      available. For more information
confusion with the State Trunk        local officials as well as wildlife                                            Black River Falls.                    treasure to the state of Wisconsin.   visit thehighground.org or call
highway numbering.                    enthusiasts.                                                                                                         The original tribute honors           715-743-4224.

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