Staying at Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon during the winter is a magical experience. For a century, we have been one of the best resorts on Lake Namakagon for Wisconsin Northwood adventures. Surrounded by snow-covered forests and the frozen expanse of Lake Namakagon, our resort in Cable, WI, offers a cozy escape with endless opportunities to embrace the season. This is also a wonderful time for beautiful photography. Keep reading for some great winter photography ideas at Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon!
4 Ideas for Winter Photography in the Wisconsin Northwoods
1. Capture the Pure Joy of Lakewoods Winter Activities With Photography
- Cross Country Skiing: Guests can enjoy access to the Rock Lake Trail System and 60 kilometers of trails in the pristine Chequamegon National Forest. Just eight miles away, Cable hosts the American Birkebeiner, a world-class ski event attracting over 7,000 participants each February.
- Snowshoeing: Lakewoods Resort proudly hosted the 2019 U.S. National Snowshoe Championships, showcasing our Forest Ridges Golf Course’s stunning and challenging terrain. Try snowshoeing yourself with our rental gear and explore Lake Namakagon or the Chequamegon National Forest!
- Snowmobiling: Lakewoods Resort, voted the No. 1 Snowmobile Resort by SnowGoer magazine six times, is your gateway to over 1,200 miles of groomed trails across Bayfield, Sawyer Counties, and the Hayward Lakes area. With a full-service shop offering repairs, gas, oil, and rentals, you can get some beautiful winter photography shots and enjoy the thrills of riding the trails!
- Ice-skating: Enjoy winter fun at our illuminated ice skating area. If you don’t have ice skates, our winter headquarters has you covered with skates, sticks, and pucks!
- Ice Fishing on Lake Namakagon: Lake Namakagon is a winter fishing paradise, offering excellent ice fishing for Walleye, Northern Pike, Panfish, and Crappie. Early and late winter brings ideal conditions, and Lakewoods Resort hosts exciting fishing contests all season long!
2. Get Some Shots of the Wisconsin Northwoods Wildlife
Keep an eye out for the local wildlife to get some beautiful winter photography. Blend these natural elements with the snowy environment for balanced compositions. Learn about the local birds with our other blog post, Your Guide to the Birds of Northern Wisconsin. Some of the birds you might find at the Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon include Mourning Dove and American Goldfinch.
3. Timing Is Everything for Beautiful Winter Photography
- Golden Hour: Plan to shoot during sunrise or sunset to capture the soft, golden hues reflecting on the snowy landscapes and the frozen Lake Namakagon.
- Blue Hour: Just after sunset or before sunrise, this time creates moody, ethereal photography of Lake Namakagon and the snowy winter landscape.
4. Utilize Contrast in Your Winter Photography
Pair white snow with the dark greens of pine trees or the vibrant hues of sunset. Look for colorful elements like scarves, sleds, or resort decorations to add pop to your photos. You can also turn up the contrast of your photos in your editing process.