Medford
Making Futures Bright

Covered by lush forests and woods in north central Wisconsin and amid numerous lakes, rivers and streams and wildlife, Medford today is one of Wisconsin's favorite destinations for hunting, fishing and outdoor recreational activities. Besides the beauty of the area, Medford residents also enjoy a strong economy and an excellent quality of life where the values of hard work and family come first. Medford celebrates family and community values with many festivals and events held throughout the year.

Recreational  Activities

From hunting and fishing to swimming and golf, Medford provides lots of recreational fun for everyone. The area is heavily forested and near the Chequamegon National Forest. In season, hunters find whitetail deer, black bear, foxes, coyotes, grouse, pheasants and turkeys. The crystal clear lakes and streams provide great fishing, some of the best trout fishing, as well as every kind of water activity. Various trails throughout the area offer some of the most scenic hiking, jogging, nature walking, biking and horseback riding trails in the state.

Outdoor Attractions

In Medford-
Tourist Park - With campsites, swimming pool, athletic fields, and  shelters, this city park is  popular with all ages.

Nearby-
Ice Age Trail - 60 miles of scenic trail, offering some of the best hiking in the state.

The Pine Line - Rail-trail stretching for 26.2 miles and names for its eastern white pine. Open for non-motorized use such as bicycling, hiking, jogging and horseback riding. Snowmobiling and ATV riding December through March.

Perkinstown Motorized Trail - 20 miles of trail developed for ATVs and motorcycles as well as mountain bikes, horseback riding and other non-motorized activities through the scenic Chequamegon National Forest.

Perkinstown Winter Sports Area - Located 16 miles west of Medford, this very popular area offers downhill tubing, cross county ski trails, chalet and concessions.

Mondeaux Flowage Recreation Area -  With 5 camping areas, concessions, swimming, hiking trails, boating, fishing, historical sites and more, this is one of the most family oriented areas in the northwoods.

Rustic Road - Enjoy a quiet and leisurely drive for five miles around numerous lakes and through outstanding glacial topography on Wisconsin's first Rustic Road.

Dining and Lodging

In Medford you can camp under the stars in some of the nicest sites in the state, stay in a resort on one of the sparkling lakes, or relax in  a variety of other accommodations.  Diverse dining awaits you from excellent home-cooking to ethnic specialties in supper clubs, cafes, bistros and sports bars 
and grills.

Another Medford Calendar of Events

Medford

• Outstanding Quality of Life
• Year-Round Outdoor Recreation
• Some of the Best Camping, 
  Swimming, Fishing, Hunting, and 
  Trails in the State

Visit the Medford Community Business Directory

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the surrounding area