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Superior Tourist Information Center (STIC)

A beautiful small waterfall cascading into a stream with a blue sky and green trees
A beautiful small waterfall cascading into a stream with a blue sky and green trees

Gotta Be Superior

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This Is douglas County

Douglas County Overview Things To Do Eat, Stay & Shop

Dig into Douglas County

Explore the quiet towns, deep forests, wild rivers, and hidden waterfalls of Douglas County. 

Douglas County is just outside of Superior, but feels a world away. This scenic corner of Northwest Wisconsin is packed with outdoor wonders and small-town gems.

A tall waterfall cascades down a rocky cliff surrounded by dense, lush green trees—an inviting scene perfect for summer activities in Superior, Wisconsin, with water pooling and flowing through the forested landscape.
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Why Visit D-County?

Whether you’re watching ships pass on the lake or casting a line in a river that once hosted U.S. Presidents (Bois Brule River!), you’ll find a kind of peace here that’s hard to beat – and even harder to forget.

Mostly Forest and Tons of Lakes!  

Nearly 75% of the county’s 1,480 square miles of land is forested, and is home to 150 lakes, along with countless rivers and waterfalls. It’s perfect if you’re looking for green spaces and fresh lakes. 

Highlights of Douglas County:

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Who Should Visit?

Douglas County, Wisconsin, is an all-season escape where you can rev up on rugged trails, explore museums, or slow down in the stillness of nature. From high-energy rides to quiet hikes, starry campsites to kid-approved indoor fun, it’s the kind of place where memories are made at your own pace.

Perfect for Outdoor Enthusiasts, Families, and Weekend Wanderers:

  • ATVing, UTVing, or snowmobiling
  • Motorcycling and Off-Highway Motorcycling (OHM trails)
  • Camping under the stars
  • Fishing quiet lakes and rivers
  • Scenic hikes and forest walks
  • Relaxing weekend road trips
  • Making memories with family
  • Nature-focused getaways
  • Museums for all ages

No matter the season, the outdoors is what steals the show.
Here are a few must-see spots to anchor your trip:

A couple walks hand in hand on a wooden bridge through a sunlit forest, surrounded by green trees—an idyllic moment that captures the charm of summer activities in Superior Wisconsin. Sunlight shines between them, creating a warm and peaceful atmosphere.

Pattison State Park

Home to Big Manitou Falls—Wisconsin’s tallest at 165 feet—plus hiking trails, campgrounds, and incredible fall color.

A waterfall cascades over rocky ledges surrounded by dense green trees, with a wooden covered bridge spanning the stream above the falls. Sunlight filters through the forest, highlighting one of the best summer activities in Superior Wisconsin.

Amnicon Falls State Park

A photographer’s dream with rustic bridges, flowing cascades, and miles of peaceful trails.

A person wearing waders stands waist-deep in a calm forest lake, fly fishing as their line arcs through the air and splashes into the water—one of many popular summer activities in Superior Wisconsin. Lush green trees and rocks line the shore.

Brule River State Forest

Fly-fish the “River of Presidents,” paddle through wild beauty, or hike under the towering pines.

Scenic view of river and woods with water reflecting the sky.

St. Croix Flowage & Gordon Dam Park

Home to Big Manitou Falls—Wisconsin’s tallest at 165 feet—plus hiking trails, campgrounds, and incredible fall color.

A wooden boardwalk curves through lush green forest, sunlight filtering through the trees and illuminating the path ahead—perfect for summer activities in Superior, Wisconsin.

North Country Trail

Hike through the heart of the Northwoods

A black off-road ATV speeds around a muddy curve, kicking up dirt and dust, as part of thrilling summer activities in Superior Wisconsin, with a driver in a bright helmet and green gear in a grassy, sunlit outdoor setting.

Tri-County Corridor

Bike/ATV along scenic rails-to-trails

Two people wearing life jackets paddle kayaks on a calm river surrounded by lush green trees under a cloudy sky, enjoying classic summer activities in Superior, Wisconsin.

St. Louis River Water Trail

Paddle through city meets nature

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Douglas County Wildlife Area

Birding, horseback riding

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Bear Creek Trail

Comfortable trail, family friendly, accessible to all skill levels

Three people wearing bike helmets, including a child on an orange bicycle, stand together under a sign that reads "Osaquie Trail," preparing for a bike ride—one of the fun summer activities in Superior, Wisconsin, on a sunny day.

Osaugie Trail

Scenic, accessible paved trail along Superior Bay, perfect for shipwatching 

Stay options are plentiful and depend on your kind of fun. Want something more refined? Homey? Rustic or even remote camping? Yes, yes, yes. 

Stays to Get You Started

Soft Pines resort cabins

Soft Pines

A sandy beach with gentle waves washing ashore under a cloudy sky at sunset, perfect for summer activities in Superior Wisconsin. The calm, serene scene features the sun partially hidden by clouds, casting a soft glow over the water and shoreline.

Enchanted Inn

Campgrounds

An outdoor concert at dusk shows a crowd seated on lawn chairs facing a lit-up wooden stage with performers. Trees and buildings surround the open grassy area, highlighting one of the favorite summer activities in Superior, Wisconsin.

Lucius Woods

A small concrete dam with a bridge on top spans the river, its water cascading over the edge—an ideal spot to enjoy summer activities in Superior, Wisconsin. Green reeds and rocks frame the view as trees line the bank under a partly cloudy sky.

Gordon Dam, and Mooney Dam County Parks

Tent camping in the woods next to a river.

Remote camping in the forest

Plus, find even more options like hotels, motels, and home rentals in or near Superior or Solon Springs, Wisconsin.

Resorts
Hotels
Camping & RV

We’re in the Midwest – let’s face it, we plan according to the weather. Here’s what travelers tend to enjoy by season. 

Two people enjoy summer activities in Superior, Wisconsin, riding ATVs along a dirt trail lined with green bushes and trees. The front rider sports a helmet and sunglasses as dust swirls behind the second ATV on this sunny day.

Summer & Fall

  • Hike to forest trails and see waterfalls
  • Kayak wild rivers and quiet lakes
  • Go berry picking, bike country roads, or catch a local music festival
A snowy parking lot outside Brule River Motel & Campground, with snowmobiles parked along the motel rooms and a large sign advertising the motel and campground—also a great spot to explore summer activities in Superior, Wisconsin. Pines and bare trees are in the background.

Winter & Spring

  • Over 300 miles of snowmobile trails
  • Cross-country skiing and skijoring
  • Quiet forest hikes and wildlife watching
  • Hot cocoa by the fire after an ATV ride

Tools & Resources

Know before you go. Trail maps, permits, and campsite bookings are available online (we’ve linked to resources below). Please respect the land and follow posted guidelines for all trail use.

Helpful Links

Trail System maps
ATV/UTV map
Campground reservations
Local events
Rules/regulations for ATVs, permits

Find more ATV/UTV info at:

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Douglas County WI

Douglas County

24/7 Trail Hotline

For up-to-date conditions:
(715) 378-4528

Plan Your Trip

This isn’t a “once in a lifetime” place—it’s a “let’s go again next year” kind of destination. Need lodging, food, or shopping tips? Here we go!

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