Welcome to Hazelhurst, Wisconsin

Hazelhurst, The Quiet Side of the Northwoods, is located in Oneida County, the heart of Wisconsin's north country. Since the early days of logging and lumberjacks, Hazelhurst has been known for its beauty and family-style hospitality. Surrounded with beautiful lakes and forests, Hazelhurst today is your peaceful Northwoods getaway, known for its friendliness and small-town atmosphere.

Activities are plentiful. Summer brings enjoyment of boating, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking and birding. The colors and scent of fall is often beyond description and is the perfect introduction to Hazelhurst’s many winter activities, including snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or just observing the beauty of fresh-fallen snow.

Zones for all your recreational needs remain. Our many pristine lakes, the Willow Flowage, and the Tomahawk River beckon the avid angler. A quiet canoe trip on one of the many creeks and rivers allows you to observe our abundance of wildlife. For the golfer, courses are just minutes away.

Every lodging need is available for all lifestyles. Select from family-run resorts, a bed & breakfast, private homes, a motel and campgrounds. Many offer sandy beaches, swim rafts, paddle boats and playgrounds. With any choice, your comfort is your host's priority.

Listen to the melodic call of the loon. Bird watching and wildlife viewing are favorite activities in Hazelhurst. Observe nesting ospreys in the towering pines, eagles soaring across the azure Northwoods sky or great blue herons patiently waiting along the shoreline for a meal. See otter and beaver along the shores of our many rivers and streams.

Hunting the vast wilderness of county, state and federal lands, or private areas designated for public use, is both exciting and satisfying for rifle and bow enthusiasts. The Hazelhurst area is known for its abundance of bear, deer and small game. Hunters often claim the real reward is just being out there with nature.

Unique family entertainment awaits you at our acclaimed local repertory theater. Friendly professional actors come from across the country to present the latest in Broadway musicals, comedies and children's theater productions. This theater experience should be a part of your vacation plans.

Restaurants for all occasions are here. Whether you desire elegant dining, a cozy pub lunch or a quick deli sandwich, we offer friendly service and cuisine for every taste. Treat yourself to the gourmet food of an award winning restaurant or come in from the snowmobile trail to the warmth and relaxed atmosphere of a bar and grill.

Seasons of year-round fun exist. For each season of the year, Hazelhurst provides the opportunity, environment and services to assure our visitors have a memorable experience.

Trails to explore are nearby for hiking, biking, birding, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Walk, bike or snowmobile the scenic 18-mile Bearskin State Trail, which extends through the heart of Hazelhurst.

As you can see, HAZELHURST spells four-season vacation pleasure. As your hosts – the people and businesses of Hazelhurst – we strive to provide you the finest lodging, dining and services.

We invite you to join us in the Quiet Side of the Northwoods.