When summer arrives in northern Wisconsin, there’s no better place to gather the whole crew than the shores of Lake Namakagon. A Midwest family vacation at Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon in Cable, WI, means long days on the Northwoods water, easy access to the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, and the kind of unplugged fun that kids and grown-ups remember for years.
With a tradition of Northwoods hospitality that began in 1906 and now spans five generations of the Rasmussen family, our resort was made for bringing loved ones together. We can’t wait to welcome your family to the Lakewoods family, too!
Why Lakewoods Is Perfect for a Midwest Family Vacation
Enjoy World-Class Outdoor Adventures Year-Round
Among family vacation destinations in the Midwest, few offer this range of world-class outdoor activities in every season. In summer, you can fish the 10th-largest natural lake in Wisconsin, ride hundreds of miles of ATV trails, play one of the Midwest’s best golf courses, and spend whole afternoons swimming and boating.
Winter offers just as much: Lakewoods is the nation’s #1 snowmobile resort, the start of the American Birkebeiner ski race, and host of the 2019 United States National Snowshoe Championships. That variety is what makes a Midwest family vacation in the Northwoods special.
Make a Splash With On-the-Water Fun
Summer days at Lakewoods revolve around the lake. Our full-service marina makes it easy to get out on the water, with pontoons, fishing boats, kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards, and water skis and tubes.
Lake Namakagon is also a natural fit for family fishing vacations in the Midwest. Spend the morning casting for walleye, bass, and panfish, then switch to swimming and tubing in the afternoon. When you want a break from the lake, the indoor and outdoor pools and hot tub give kids another place to splash.
Explore Land Adventures the Whole Family Will Love
When you are ready to dry off, the fun continues on land. Tee off together at Forest Ridges Golf Course, explore the hiking and biking trails, or ride 180+ miles of forest ATV and UTV trails right from the resort. For a relaxed afternoon, visit the Cable Natural History Museum, where kids can climb into a tree exhibit, explore a forest floor display, and meet resident reptiles and amphibians.
Family-Friendly Lodging and Dining
Our lake homes and lakeside condos have spacious living areas, full kitchens, fireplaces, and private outdoor space, and many include docks right on Lake Namakagon, including one lake home set on its own island. These are perfect for a larger family reunion or multi-generational getaway. We also have comfy lodge rooms ideal for a smaller family vacation in the Midwest!
When no one feels like cooking, our Lakeside Restaurant serves hearty Northwoods favorites. All summer, you can also catch lakeside events like our Wednesday shrimp boil patio party and live music on the patio. Check our events calendar for the lineup.