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Marinette
County Attractions
From
the gently rolling hills and valleys of the farmlands in the south,
to the lush forests in the north, each of Marinette County's communities
feature a diversity of resources and scenery. In addition to the
pastoral beauty of the area, Marinette County offers a wide range
of attractions and events that make for a wonderful quality of
life for residents and visitors alike.
The small communities
throughout Marinette County make every visit to the area wonderful.
Known to Wisconsinites as the Waterfall Capital of Wisconsin,
Marinette County has more than 10 waterfalls nestled among the
beautiful backdrops of endless forests. The Peshtigo River, which
both rages and tamely flows through Marinette County, provides
outdoor enthusiasts with many activities, including fantastic
fishing and boating, the adventures of some of the Midwest's wildest
whitewaters, and a chance to get a close look at wildlife. The
hunting in Marinette County can be considered the best around
with more deer per acre than anywhere else in Wisconsin. But not
only does Marinette County provide its residents and visitors
with exquisite countryside…Marinette County also has strong
communities that keep it industrially competitive. The City of
Marinette boasts its strong retail and industrial base due to
its direct access to the Great Lakes. And this wonderful location
also makes Marinette a beautiful waterfront town. Nearby, Peshtigo
is a town of great re-birth. Destroyed in 1871 by the worst fire
on record, Peshtigo has been rebuilt with an even stronger economy
and a place that attracts lots of visitors.
Each town is unique
and colorful and integrates history, arts, shopping and dining,
local events, and an appreciation for nature. Come and visit Marinette
County…you may just want to stay!
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Museums & Historical
Sites
Marinette County
Historical/Logging Museum
Stephenson
Island, Marinette
715-732-0831
Journey back to 1856 to the beginning of Marinette's logging era,
a time when the tall pines helped start the construction boom
of some of the largest Great Lake cities. Exhibits within the
museum include a miniature replica of a 19th century logging camp;
artifacts of the Native American tribes that lived along the Menominee
River; a tribute to "Queen Marinette", the first woman
to own a trading post in Marinette County; and other memorabilia
from the community. Open Memorial Day through September, 10am
- 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, and 12noon-4pm on Sundays. Admission.
Peshtigo Fire
Museum
400 Oconto
Avenue, Peshtigo
715-582-3244
The Peshtigo Fire Museum is a reminder of how the town of Peshtigo,
once a booming lumber town, was destroyed during history's most
tragic fire and how it was rebuilt once again to be a thriving
industrial town. The museum, housed in the first church rebuilt
after the fire, tells the story of October 8, 1871…the fiery
night that destroyed acres upon acres of crops and forests and
every structure in Peshtigo, and took the lives of 800 Peshtigo
citizens. Guided tours are available. Open Memorial Day through
October 8, 9am-5pm daily. Free admission; donations accepted.
Crivitz Historical
Society Museum
South
Street, Crivitz
715-854-3278
Step back in time and see how early Wisconsin settlers and industrialists
lived. Museum exhibits include Native American artifacts, logging
and farming tools and equipment, and musical instruments. In addition
to these wonderful collections, the historical society has collected
19th century furniture, linens and materials to authentically
re-create a typical kitchen, parlor, schoolroom, general store
and physician's office just as it would have looked in the late
1800's. Open May 22 through Labor Day, 12noon-4pm, Wednesday through
Saturday. Free admission; donations accepted.
Amberg Museum
W9289
Nutt Road, Amberg
715-759-5672 or 715-759-5744
The Amberg Museum takes visitors through Amberg's industrial and
farming history, which includes exhibits on granite quarrying,
logging, and domestic life of the late 1800's. Displays also feature
town photographs and documents. Open Memorial Day through Labor
Day, 11am-4pm, Saturdays Sundays. Free admission; donations accepted.
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Nature Centers &
Parks
Peshtigo River
Marinette County Parks Department
715-732-7530
Marinette County's Peshtigo River provides recreation and leisure
for all types and abilities of water enthusiasts. The upper portion
of the river flows through Nicolet National Forest and has some
of the most difficult whitewater in the mid-west. Water adventurists
must possess a high degree of skill to be able to handle the long
and difficult rapids found in the waters above Caldron Falls Reservoirs.
Where the river slows and widens below the town of Crivitz, more
relaxing and calm waters can be found and enjoyed by young and
old alike. The central river reservoirs provide great lake paddling
for all abilities.
Badger Park
& Badger Boardwalk
Emery
Avenue, Peshtigo, Marinette County Parks Department
715-732-7530
Welcome to 57 acres of fun for all ages…Badger Park provides
facilities for all types of fun and recreation including two pavilions,
a camp ground, a beach along the Peshtigo River, picnic area,
horseshoe pits, volleyball courts and more! Not only is Badger
Park a great place for family or group get-togethers and picnics,
but it is also a great place to take your kids on a sunny day.
Badger Park is home to Badger Boardwalk…Peshtigo's playland
for all ages. This amazing playground was built by community effort
and features swings and slides, logs and ladders, highs and lows,
a dragon and a school bus to climb on, an obstacle course, towers
and tunnels…making for hours of fun for the whole family.
Marinette County
Waterfall Tour
Marinette
County Parks Department
715-732-7530
Known as the Waterfall Capital of Wisconsin, Marinette
County boasts more than 10 accessible waterfalls including Veteran's
Falls, Strong Falls, Twelve Foot Falls, Long Slide Falls, Piers
Gorge and many more. Plan to take an entire day to cruise around
from location to location and view these natural wonders -- just
be sure to remember your camera! The parks department has compiled
a list that will help you tour these magnificent places. All waterfalls
are within walking distance from the parking areas and most of
the waterfalls are located within the county park system.
A $1.00 fee is charged for all day entrance to any county park.
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Special Things to
Do
Marinette Farmers
Market
Stevenson
Street Pierce Avenue, Marinette
715-732-5139
Come and see, touch, smell and buy the farm fresh produce, flowers
and crafts that Marinette County farmers and craftsmen have to
offer. Beginning at 7am until noon on Tuesdays and Fridays, the
farmers market is a great way to support Marinette County's small
communities. Market runs July 6 through October 29.
Porterfield
Music Festivals
Green's
Green Acres, Hwy 64, Marinette
715-735-5282 (ticket information) or 715-789-2130 (camping information)
Welcome to one of the Midwest's largest and most entertaining
country musical festivals. Complete with some of country music's
top performers, great camping and good food, this festival makes
for a fantastic outdoor weekend. Past performers include country
greats like Merle Haggard, Ronnie Prophet, Johnnie Cash, and George
Jones. Contemporary country favorites perform, too…including
Martina McBride, JoDee Mesina, Tracy Lawrence and more. Call for
next year's ticket and show information.
Marinette County
Bicycle Tours
Marinette
County Tourism
1-800-236-6681
The beautiful and diverse countryside of Marinette County, which
includes many spectacular waterfalls, lush forests and rolling
hills, allows for fantastic and scenic bicycle tours. These exceptional
tours include the Pembine / Amberg Loop which is 30 miles long
and takes you through rolling hills, around Twelve Foot Falls
and Dave's Falls and through creeks, lakes and woodlands. Also,
the Thunder Mountain Loop is a great riding adventure for the
bicyclist with more stamina. For the complete listing of tours
available with a description of the tour, the distance and level
of difficulty, contact the Marinette County Tourism Board for
a pamphlet and map of the bicycle tours.
Peshtigo River
Tube Rides
Peshtigo
River Campground
715-854-2986
Enjoy Marinette County's Stress Reduction Therapy Program…let
daily worries go, and relax as you gently drift down the Peshtigo
River in your own innertube. As you float, listen to the sounds
of the river, see the eagles and hawks fly above, and watch as
the local wildlife comes down to the riverbank for a drink. Innertubes
are rented for reasonable rates and the campground offers free
shuttle service to the launch site. The tube ride lasts from 2
to 6 hours - just enough time to be completely relaxed!
Theater on
the Bay
750 West
Bay Shore, Marinette
715-735-4313
In the tradition of 'Summer Stock' and directed and produced by
the University of Wisconsin - Marinette, the school's Drama Department
performs a variety of comedies, dramas and musicals, June through
August. Periodic winter productions held. Call for next
season's schedule of shows.
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Points of Interest
Peshtigo Reef
Lighthouse
Offshore
Peshtigo Point, Green Bay of Lake Michigan
906-786-7761
Built in 1934 this lighthouse stands over 70 feet high and is
only accessible by boat. No tours available at this time.
Historic Marinette
Marinette
Chamber of Commerce, Marinette
715-753-6681
Enjoy the historic tour through Marinette and learn the rich history
of an era gone by. The tour begins on Stephenson Island, named
after Marinette's foremost lumber baron who also was a United
States Senator (1906-1914). As you journey onto the mainland part
of Marinette, the tour takes you down Riverside Drive, which is
filled with many statues and monuments commemorating the forefathers
and mothers that created this profitable industrial community.
The tour also takes visitors through historically significant
residential areas. Call the Chamber of Commerce for the tour brochure.
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