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Butternut, WI lodging cabins on Butternut Lake and the Flambeau River are a great headquarters for ATV/UTV enthusiast. Some of the best lake vacation rentals can be found here in this outdoor recreation paradise. Enjoy the beautiful Chequamegon Forest all year long.
The Flambeau River is one of the few remaining whitewater streams in Wisconsin. This river’s energy flows from serene to excited along two different counties. Start at the South Fork to paddle through absolute wild country. White waters and thick forests hug this wide riverbed. The Flambeau River is a hotbed for Musky too. Even at your Butternut cabin; be sure to be on the lookout for wildlife such as whitetail deer, wolves (although this could be a slim chance) and bald eagles. This is a boating paradise. Butternut Lake has some of the best fishing in Wisconsin. This northern Wisconsin lake has 2 public boat landings, perfect if your Butternut vacation includes bringing your boat. Participate in the Butternut Walleye Tournament in June every year.
Butternut’s many lakes offer peace and quiet and good fishing. Northern Pike, Bass, Musky, Walleyes, and many varieties of panfish. Hiking the local trails in Butternut can be fun too. Check out the Hidden Lake Trail that loops on the south end of Butternut in the Chequamegon Forest or lay out on a beach at Franklin Lake, a crystal clear lake great for swimming and snorkeling. The forest has over 2,000 miles of streams snaking through its interior. Enjoy trout fishing in 1400 miles of the streams, or fish the lakes for a good chance of bass, musky and panfish. Also enjoy the many rugged trails for mountain biking and horseback riding.
ATV/UTV enthusiast: The Flambeau Trails System offers a vast trail system. Some of the cabins and lodges in Butternut are on snowmobile trails - some of the nicest you’ll ever ride. Over hundreds of miles of WI northwoods trails. Enjoy cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Don’t forget Pioneer days, a Butternut festival that’s hosts live music, baseball tournaments, races and horse pulls along with a parade and carnival. Shop the Flea Market during the summer months. Enjoy the Flambeau Rama, a terrific time with the locals with tournaments, parades, carnivals and live music - all withing a few minutes from your cabin or cottage. Participate in the Flambeau 40, and the Roughed Grouse Fall Festival.
There are plenty of dining options in Butternut if you feel like cooking isn’t part of your vacation itinerary and there is variety from supper clubs to bars and full family style dining in nearby Park Falls too. Be sure to check out Lake of the Torches casino for a night of entertainment once the sun sets.
Make sure you talk to rental owners about the many Butternut seasonal events and day trips. Compare cabins and Butternut resort lodging here, then book directly with the rental owners or local managers and skip those booking website traveler fees.
