Explore Northern Wisconsin Towns:
Northern Wisconsin is made up of a handful of towns and communities, each with its own character and surrounding lakes. I have taken a region-based approach on the site, so smaller towns like Presque Isle and the like are grouped into a region. Browse by town to find homes, lots, condos, and lakes in the area that appeals to you. Not sure where to start? Check out the Buyer's Guide for help narrowing down what matters most to you.
Minocqua
Lively Northwoods hub with big lakes, a busy downtown, and four-season outdoor recreation.
Eagle River
Chain-of-lakes hub with a lively small-town core, strong snowmobile culture, and four-season lake and trail access.
Three Lakes
Quiet town at the south end of the Eagle River–Three Lakes Chain, with a close‑knit feel and easy access to trails.
Boulder Junction
Small Northwoods town surrounded by nearly 200 lakes, known as the Musky Capital of the World and a hub for silent‑sports trails.
Manitowish Waters
Laid‑back 10‑lake‑chain town with strong bike and ski trails, cranberry country roots, and a classic Northwoods resort feel.
St. Germain
Lake‑rich Northwoods town with strong snowmobile culture, paved bike trails, and easy family‑friendly lake and trail access.
Rhinelander
Hodag Country hub town with in‑town lakes, strong trail connections, and lots of family‑friendly activities close to everyday services.
Land O Lakes
Quiet Northwoods border town surrounded by lakes and forests, popular with anglers, paddlers, and snowmobilers.
Lac Du Flambeau
Scenic reservation community with hundreds of lakes, deep Ojibwe cultural roots, and strong four‑season fishing, paddling, and snowmobile opportunities.
Crandon
Forest‑surrounded Northwoods town near Lake Metonga with access to big woods, quiet lakes, off‑road racing, and casino and cultural stops.
Mercer
Quiet Northwoods town and western Heart of Vilas trailhead, known for the Turtle‑Flambeau Flowage, big public forestlands, and a strong snowmobile scene.