For travelers who love serene lakefront mornings and want the chance to spot wildlife, there’s no place quite like Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon in the Wisconsin Northwoods. Guests stay surrounded by the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, a rich habitat for deer, eagles, loons, cranes, foxes, elk, and many other species.
Our resort tucked within Cable, WI, has a rich tradition of welcoming guests to the Wisconsin Northwoods that spans over a century. Its roots were first planted by Anna Nemec in 1906, and the resort is now run by her grandson Philip Rasmussen. We can’t wait to welcome you and your loved ones to the Lakewoods family as well!
Enjoy a Birdwatching Paradise at Lakewoods Resort
Birdwatchers are in for a real treat at Lakewoods Resort! Northern Wisconsin is home to striking species like the bright American Goldfinch, the secretive Virginia Rail, and the Green Heron, one of the few bird species known to use tools while hunting. In the woods, listen for the drumming of Red-Headed Woodpeckers or watch for the tiny Ruby-Crowned Kinglet, whose hidden red crown may flash when the male sings in spring and summer.
Learn About Wildlife in Wisconsin Through Fun Activities
The Cable Natural History Museum programs help visitors understand the forests, wetlands, and lake ecosystems that local wildlife call home in Northern Wisconsin. Visitors can explore exhibits, pollinator gardens with native plant signs, and live animal displays featuring raptors, reptiles, and amphibians.
Families can spend time in the Curiosity Center, where kids can climb into a tree exhibit, explore a bear den, investigate a forest floor display, and look for resident reptiles and amphibians. For adults, the museum’s guided outings add real depth to a nature-focused getaway, with programs such as birding on the Namekagon River, loon behavior tours on Lake Namakagon, wildflower walks, and wetland explorations.
Discover the Return of Elk to Northern Wisconsin
Once native across much of the state, elk disappeared from Wisconsin in the late 1800s because of unregulated hunting and habitat loss. Their return began in 1995, when 25 elk were reintroduced to the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest near Clam Lake. Today, the herd has grown to more than 350 animals!
For visitors, the Clam Lake area in the Wisconsin Northwoods offers one of the best chances to see these beautiful wildlife species during the late fall, early winter, and spring. Prime viewing routes include areas near Highway 77 and County Road GG, and an interactive elk information kiosk in Clam Lake provides details about the herd’s history, habitat, and nearby viewing spots.
To help protect the herd, visitors should stay in their vehicle, pull over only in safe areas, and never feed, call to, or approach elk!