Outdoor Recreation

Breathe easy when you set your sights on the beautiful outdoor places and spaces throughout our region.

The Fox Cities are a four season destination with plenty of outdoor activities for any type of weather (yes - this includes the cold!)

Surround yourself with natural beauty on woodsy trails, boardwalks and bridges that link cities, towns, and waterways throughout the region. The Fox Cities were born on the banks of the Fox River and Lake Winnebago, so boating is a beautiful way to see who we are and where we came from, especially when the colorful fall leaves are at their peak. When wintertime brings the snow, hiking trails transform to serene and peaceful paths for an afternoon of cross-country skiing. If adventure is calling your name, parks become sledding hills and a fresh sheet of ice shines under the lights at The Plaza at Gateway Park.

Things To Do Outdoors

Kayaking & Boating

Craft an experience on the water. Paddle, sail, or motor along our historic waterways and locks system in your own vessel or one of ours.

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Parks

Find common ground and plenty to see and do in the city, suburban, and natural parks throughout the Fox Cities.

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Sports

With miles of shoreline, great hiking and biking trails, and excellent golf, soccer, and baseball/softball facilities, the Fox Cities are a great place to play.

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Trails

Hike up your activity level. More than 100 miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails will take you places—even if it’s just away from it all.

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More To Explore

Indoor Recreation & Amusements

Raise the roof—and your expectations for fun.

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Museums & Historical Sites

Explore our storied past. Learn about the old days and new ways at Fox Cities’ interactive science and history museums and award-winning curated exhibits.

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