Tucked in the tall pines, surrounded by lakes and rivers, stretched out below starry skies sits St. Germain, Wisconsin. This outdoor and wilderness lovers paradise is a short enough drive to remain easily reachable, but far enough outside of major metros to truly feel like you’re escaping into the woods.

Anglers and paddlers will love the seemingly endless lake, pond and river options found around St. Germain—from the lakeside resorts to the quiet shores where you’ll have room to spread out. The Heart of Vilas County Trail awaits cyclists looking to explore a new path, and top-quality ATV and snowmobile trails await visitors looking for a rush, no matter the season. But, St. Germain isn’t just filled with picnic tables and campgrounds, there are some remarkable local restaurants, bars and breweries ready to entertain whatever appetite you may bring to the table.

Pack up the car, load up your family or friends and escape to your Northwoods adventure.