Manitowish Waters Historic Hike and Pub Crawl

Learn about Manitowish Waters' history and visit some local establishments as we hike at a leisurely pace on area trails. Using tour guide headsets, participants can easily hear and learn from Manitowish Waters Historical Society and North Lakeland Discovery Center guides. Trail discussions will include geology, nature, prehistoric times, Ojibwa culture, logging, early resorts, guides, Rest Lake Ranger station, and more. We will stop into several bars/restaurants for refreshments and amazing stories about our town’s past, so please bring cash for beverages. The route is 3.5 miles and mostly along existing trails, and a shuttle is included. 

Space is limited, so please register early (registration deadline is 6/25/25); $25/Non-Member and $20/Member (NLDC or MWHS).  Register online at the North Lakeland Discovery Center (www.discoverycenter.net) or contact the NLDC at 715-543-2085.  Participants will receive an email prior to the event with more information. Registration does not include drinks or purchases from pubs along the trail.  Thursday 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM.