Shawano County Attractions

Shawano Lake attracts water enthusiasts to the Shawano area. Nearby, the Wolf River offers fly fishing and a premier Midwest whitewater rafting and paddling experience. Antique shops and barn quilts are waiting to be discovered. Three area casinos and a local soda bottling museum add to the fun.

Things To Do


  • Austin Straubal International airport (37 miles)
  • Packer Stadium & Hall Of Fame (35 miles)
  • Shawano Lake (2 miles)
  • Shawano Lake Beach (5 miles)
  • Fairgrounds/Speedway (Adjacent)
  • White Water Rafting (20 miles)
  • Navarino Nature Center & Trails (6 miles)
  • North Star Casino (18 Miles)
  • Menominee Bingo Casino (6 miles)
  • Mountain Bay Trail (adjacent)

Yearly Events


  • Fair
  • Stock Car Races
  • Flea Market
  • Polka Days
  • Sun Drop Days
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Packers
  • Hockey
  • Basketball

Mountain Bay Trail


This 83-mile trail is a mix of asphalt, crushed stone, grass and gravel and runs through mostly scenic and wooded areas, and some open farmland. If you’re up for an even longer adventure into a more heavily wooded setting, divert in Pulaski and head north through Shawano County snowmobile zone “5B” to the Nicolet State Trail head in Gillett. From there, the 89-mile trail continues north to the state line.