Scenic Waters Pontoon Tours - Description

The Center offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the beautiful Turtle Flambeau Flowage with a knowledgable naturalist for three-hours throughout the summer from June to September.

Dates and times vary, (see below for a list of upcoming dates) and can be checked by calling (877) 543-2085.

Advance registration is required.

Early registration recommended as these do tend to fill up quickly!

Tour pick up and drop off are detailed on the registration page.  You can also download a PDF map and driving directions.

The loading area offers:

• wheelchair accessible boarding dock,
• toilet building,
• and ample parking.

Life jackets and binoculars are provided or bring your own. Don’t forget your camera, the views are absolutely outstanding!

Private tours available for five to nine people. Please contact us to arrange a time or for more details.

Click to download our brochure in PDF

 The Tour:

 Sit back and relax while our naturalists point out the interesting and unique:

        • Natural features

        • Wildlife

        • Historical details

No worrying about mapping routes or gassing up the boat. Just focus on the fun stuff. Great photo opportunities for:

        • Landscape and Water

        • Wildlife and Birds

Turtle Flambeau Scenic Waters, "The Crown Jewel".

 Pure, clear, sparkling water and vast wilderness with over 20,000 acres and 200 miles of undeveloped shoreline. The area is a result of the 1926 construction of a dam to create a reservoir. The reservoir now encompasses nine lakes, three rivers and several creeks. In 1992, the site was designated a protected wilderness area, securing its rugged beauty and unspoiled wild character for generations to come.

 The Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area offers an abundance of opportunities for wildlife observers. The flowage is known for its high density of bald eagles, osprey, and loon, is home to black terns, trumpeter swans, and over 150 other bird species. Up to 30 nesting pairs of loon use the area each year. In addition, a variety of reptiles, amphibians and mammals, including deer, bear, and wolves are found here. There are even occasional moose sightings.

Upcoming Dates:

Two sessions per date are offered: AM Session 9:00AM - Noon, and the PM Session 1:00-4:00PM

(You can click on the dates to register)

AM Sessions (9:00AM - Noon)

August  16, 23

PM Sessions (1:00-4:00PM)

August   16,    23

 (Wednesdays are weather alternative).  For Adults, Families with Children.

Driving Directions and Map

$25 Members/ $30 nonmembers

Call us! 877-543-2085

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