Area Attractions

There are many great attractions and events taking place all year long in the area; from the Spooner Rodeo and Lumberjack World Championships in the summer, to the Birkebeiner Cross Country Ski Festival Week and Race in the winter, Heartwood’s surrounding environs offer endless opportunities to embark on new experiences.

• Canoeing and Tubing: Rent canoes/tubes to float down the scenic Namekagon River. We can prearrange a trip for you.

• Fishing:  The Washburn county area offers over 960 lakes!
  Trout Fishing
  Washburn County Lakes
  Hayward area fishing

• Wilderness Trails: Northern Wisconsin features miles of trails for all kinds of use.
  Washburn County Trails
  Hayward Area Trails

• Golf: There are many golf courses within a short drive from Heartwood.
  Black Bear Golf - 10 minute drive - Play & Stay Package with Heartwood
  Spooner Golf Club - 25 minute drive
  Voyager Village - 15 minute drive

• Dining:
  Washburn County Dining
  Hayward Area dining
  Duluth Dining

• Events and Area Calendar: Check out the calendars for area activities.
  Washburn County (Spooner, Minong, Shell Lake, Birchwood)
  Sawyer County (Hayward, Cable)
  Burnett County (Webster, Siren)
  Twin Ports (Duluth/Superior)

• History and Heritage: Washburn County is filled with historical sites and attractions.

• Shopping: Enjoy a large selection of antique and craft shops; there also are many sporting shops for all your outdoor and athletic needs.
  Washburn County Shopping
  Hayward Area Shopping
  Duluth Shopping

• Other Cities and Places of Interest:
  Lake Superior is one hour north.
  Duluth (MN) is one hour north.
  Historic and Scenic Bayfield is 1½ hours north.