Visit the Red Cedar State Trail: The Red Cedar State Trail is a scenic trail that runs for 14.5 miles from Menomonie to the Dunnville Wildlife Area. You can bike, hike, or ski along the trail and enjoy the beautiful views of the Red Cedar River.
Go fishing on Lake Chetek: Lake Chetek is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and water sports. You can rent a boat, go fishing for walleye, bass, or northern pike, or simply relax on the lake’s sandy beaches.
Visit the Northern Wisconsin State Fair: The Northern Wisconsin State Fair is held in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, about 35 miles north of Barron. The fair features carnival rides, live music, agricultural exhibits, and more.
Explore the Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area: The Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area is a nature reserve that offers hiking trails, fishing, and camping opportunities. It’s located about 25 miles northeast of Barron.
Visit the Pioneer Village Museum: The Pioneer Village Museum is a historical museum that showcases life in rural Wisconsin during the 19th century. It’s located in Cameron, Wisconsin, about 16 miles east of Barron.
Take a brewery tour at Lazy Monk Brewing: Lazy Monk Brewing is a craft brewery in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. They offer tours of their brewery and tastings of their award-winning beers.
Visit the Leinie Lodge and Brewery: The Leinie Lodge and Brewery is located in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, about 35 miles north of Barron. They offer tours of their brewery and tastings of their famous Leinenkugel beer.
Go shopping in downtown Chetek: Chetek has many charming shops and boutiques featuring art, antiques, handmade crafts, and more.
Visit the Rock Fest music festival: Rock Fest is a four-day music festival held in Cadott, Wisconsin, about 50 miles north of Barron. The festival features rock and heavy metal bands from around the world.
Visit the Comstock Creamery: The Crystal Lake Cheese Factory is a cheese factory located in Comstock, Wisconsin, about 20 miles northeast of Barron. They offer tours of their cheese-making facilities and tastings of their delicious cheese.
Attend the Barron County Fair: The Barron County Fair is held annually in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, about 18 miles north of Barron. The fair features carnival rides, agricultural exhibits, live music, and more.
Go golfing at the Whitetail Golf Course: The Whitetail Golf Course is a beautiful golf course located in Colfax, Wisconsin, about 25 miles south of Barron. They offer 18 holes of golf, driving ranges, and practice facilities.
