In & Around Turtle Lake and Northwestern Wisconsin

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To completely relax and unwind consider spending a couple days here at Canyon Road Inn Bed and Breakfast.
Some suggestions are:

  • Enjoy the peaceful surroundings in the living room on leather sofas or curl up with a book with the sun
    shining through the window.
  • Enjoy bird watching in all four seasons. Spot humming birds or songbirds from the deck or a bench in the yard.
  • View a spectacular sunset over the lake.
  • Unwind in your whirlpool while a cozy fire glows nearby.
  • Fish off our dock for bass or pan fish or on one of the many clear blue lakes nearby
    (Wisconsin Fishing License Required).
  • Try your luck anytime or dancing and entertainment each weekend at the St. Croix Casino less than a mile away....
    we  have 24/7 shuttle service.     Notice the unique North American Indian decor.
  • Explore nearby craft, quilt, antique shops and art galleries.
  • Check out the schedule of annual arts and crafts festivals, fairs and other events in Turtle Lake and area communities.
  • Explore historical museums or unique Amish or Norwegian craft shops in nearby towns
  • Make a tee time at nearby golf courses.
  • Rack up some lane time at Spare Time Bowling Alley here in Turtle Lake. 
  • Choose from several excellent area restaurants or cafes (we have menus to review).

    • Bird Watching

    Located on the Mississippi Fly Way for migratory birds.  
    Canyon Road Inn's wooded setting on a small lake offers a quiet respite for guests and many feathered friends. While we cannot guarantee the opportunity to see  eagles, blue herons, loons, wood ducks and other birds, they are abundant in the area and often visit our feeders and nesting boxes.      You can also spot songbirds from the deck or a bench in the yard.
      

     

     

     

     

    Out and About  

    In & Around Turtle Lake

    East on Hwy 8 - - - Barron, Hillsdale, Dallas, Cameron, Rice Lake or Chetek

    West on Hwy 8, 35 or 46 - - - Amery, St. Croix Falls, Osceola

    Or for a nice day trip - - -


    Outdoors 

    Sky-Gazing

    Our rural location affords a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the night sky with everything from Northern Lights to meteor showers or just finding the Big Dipper.  We supply binoculars and have a telescope for guests to use in the living room. 
    For more information about the best times to see the Northern Lights and more check out:  http://www.spaceweather.com
     
    You might also be interested in seeing the International Space Station or Hubble Space Telescope (HST) since those are big, bright and currently most newsworthy. 
    For information on the International Space Station & when it can be seen near you:
    http://liftoff.msfc.nasa.gov/temp/StationLoc.html

    Trails In the Area

    Nearby bike, ATV and hiking trails (The Cattail Trail, Gandy-Dancer Trail, Ice Age Multi-Use Trail, Loon Lake Wildlife Area (3,000 acres), DD Kennedy Environmental Area, Interstate Park and Timberland Hills) offer plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. Maps and directions are available.


    Several short natural trails into the woods, along the lake and pond here on our property offer a chance 
    to sit and enjoy the beauty of Wisconsin's North woods at it's best.  
    We offer maps and signs so you can't get lost. 

    Guests enjoy the gazebo & patio located a short walk from the house in the woods by the lake. Some call it "Sunset Point", while others just appreciate the quiet seclusion and listening to the wind through the trees.

     

    Fishing or Boating                                                               

    Some enjoy fishing through the ice in Winter or in Summer fish off our dock for bass or pan fish or on one of the many clear blue lakes nearby (Wisconsin Fishing License Required).  Within 10 miles of quiet Skinaway Lake you will find 10 more clear blue lakes for fishing or boating with public boat landings. (Horseshoe Lake, Upper and Lower Turtle Lakes, Moon Lake, Echo Lake, Silver Lake, Staples Lake, Loon Lake, Pipe Lake and Crystal Lake).  

    Canoes, paddleboats and a rowboat are available for complimentary use by guests.  Life preservers are supplied and required.  

    Watching For Wildlife 

    At all different seasons you might get the chance to see some different animals exploring the area around 
    Canyon Road Inn.

    2005
    Best B&B for Watching Wildlife Award
    Inn Traveler magazine

    		 

    Golfing

    ** Echo Hills     (986-2662 or toll-free 888-739-4176) http://www.pressenter.com/~echohill/ -
    just 3 miles north of Turtle Lake and recently received a National Award for Design. 
    ** Cumberland     (822-4333) http://www.cumberlandgolfclub.com 
     ** Barronett Hills at Barronett 715-468-7184 
    ** Clear Lake Golf Club  715-263-2500
    ** Amery Golf Club House 715-268-7213 
    ** Rolling Oaks in Barron 715-537-3409 http://www.cvga.com/rollingoaksgc
    ** Turtleback in Rice Lake  Toll-Free (888) 300-9443 or (715) 234-7641
    http://www.turtlebackgolf.com/ . 
    Make plans for  a tee time now. 

    Biking
    From the Canyon Road Inn driveway there are 4 short trails via quiet country roads (all black-topped).
     Just ask about our maps & description of highlights.
    1.  Rustic Road Loop Trail - 10 mi.
    2. Joel Marsh Wildlife Area Loop Trail - 23 mi.
    3.  Loon Lake, Comstock & Bella Curella Trail - 20 mi.
    4.  Russian Orthodox Church & Clayton Loop - 22 mi.

    Gandy Dancer State Trail, St. Croix Falls to Danbury  (47 miles long)
    Crushed limestone.  Trailhead at the Polk County Visitors Center 
    at junction of Hwy 8 & 35.  Call 800-222-7655 or 800-788-3154 for maps & details.
    http://www.polkcountytourism.com  

    Tuscobia State Trail  (74 miles long)
    Starts just north of Rice Lake on Cty. SS. Longest trail in WI. is well marked.  
    Part of the 1,000 mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail
    For more info.:  715-266-3511

    Wild Rivers Trail  
    (3 miles to join the Tuscobia Trail or 97 miles to Superior, WI) 
    Starts at the north city limits of Rice Lake.  Multi-use trail. 

    For a free Wisconsin Biking Guide with detailed information on  44 Wisconsin bike touring trails,
    on-road routes, and mountain bike trail systems call (608)266-2161, or toll free (800)432-TRIP, or
    within Wisconsin (800)372-2737. call 1-800-432-8747. 
    The guide is free from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism.
    or visit http://www.travelwisconsin.com/ 
    Wisconsin State Bicycle Maps

    *  A set of eight (8) maps published and distributed through the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin. 
    *  Classify state and county roads throughout WI in terms of bicycling conditions. 
    *  Identify recreational bicycle trails and mountain bike facilities.  
    *  Provide contacts for local bicycle route information. 
    *  Town roads are not rated for their bicycling conditions, 
     but are identified with their road names.
    *  Wisconsin Department of Transportation in partnership with the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin (BFW)
      produced this "new and improved" version of the Wisconsin Bicycle Map. 
    *  BFW  distributes this map and works with bicycle shops in Wisconsin to distribute these maps. 
    *  All eight maps can be purchased as a set of 4 back-to-back maps.

    Maps can be purchased by region (Northern Wisconsin, Western Wisconsin, Central Wisconsin, and Northeast/Southeast Wisconsin),
    or as complete set of four back-to-back maps. 
    Check with your local bicycle shop to see if it has these maps for sale. 
    If not, maps may be ordered toll-free at (800)362-4537. The complete set will cost $14.95 plus a shipping fee will be added to the cost of the map's). If your organization or bicycle shop wishes to order a quantity of these maps (wholesale), call (800)246-4627.

    Wisconsin County Bike Maps
    WisDOT also has downloadable bike maps for each of Wisconsin's 72 counties. 
    These county maps come from the Wisconsin State Bike Map. Each county map highlights the most favorable bicycling conditions while presenting the full continuum of roadways - from narrow town roads to US Highways. This approach enables cyclists of all abilities to select their own routes to meet their individual transportation and recreational needs. 

    For Winter Visitors........

    For more information on visiting Wisconsin see: http://www.travelwisconsin.com 
    or call 1-800-432-8747 for lots of good helpful information

    For more information, 
    to check availability or 
    to make a reservation
    Phone:  toll-free 1-888-251-5542
    or local:  986-2121
    E-mail- info@canyonroadinn.com

    **  For more information about things to see and do in Western Wisconsin,
    check out www.westernwisconsin.com
     

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