Covering Southern Wisconsin Lakes

         Lake Koshkonong - Whitewater Lake -  Rock Lake -  Lake Kegonsa  -  Lake Ripley  

Lake Monona  - Lake Waubesa  -  Lake Leota  -  Delavan Lake  -  Lake Belleview  -Rock River 

and all surrounding areas! 

  • Enjoy The Outdoors

    More than 11 great free attractions

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  • Spring Getaways

    Cozy Up For the Weekend

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  • The Need For Speed

    60 MPH On The Frozen Water

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  • Offbeat Outdoor Wandering

    6 Quirky, Offbeat Southern Wisconsin Places to Hike, Run wild, Contemplate, and Dine

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Blueberry Season Is Here


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 Pick up your free copy of the

2026 Lakes Edition throughout

Southern Wisconsin!  Or download a copy here.

11 of Southern Wisconsin's   

Best Supper Clubs For   

That Northwoods Vibe


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Events

Taste The  Best BBQ at Elkhorn Ribfest

July 15-19 |  Elkhorn


Southern Wisconsin's biggest festival dedicated to an American classic, barbequed rib.

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 Dane County Fair 

July 16-19 | Dane County Fair Grounds


Celebrate Wisconsin's agricultural legacy and our local farmers, attend this year's Dane County Fair.  See agricultural demonstrations, pig races, magic show, dinosaurs, rabbits, cows, live music, eat delicious fair food. 

Maxwell Street Days

July 17-19 | State Street, Madison


Summer of sidewalk deals, rain or shine up and down Madison's famous retail corridor, State Street. 51 years of great bargains on clothing, jewelry, gifts, artwork, sporting goods, books and more, plus fabulous food from State Street and Capitol Square shops and restaurants.

The Classic Car Show

July 13 | Ft. Atkinson


Join us for the Fort Atkinson Cruise Nights for music, food, old cars, and more! Featuring over 400 vehicles including restored vintage trucks, tractors, and classic automobiles. The Fort Atkinson Generals will provide the food stand. Future dates include:  August 10th, 2026 — 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.



Hikes



HIKING SOUTHERN WISCONSIN TRAILS

EXPLORE EXHALE SAUNTER

INTO NATURE

A four hour plus drive to the Northwoods, no need to pack up the car and trek far away, endless best kept secrets for solitude and relaxation await right here in Southern Wisconsin. More

Silverwood County Park, Edgerton, WI

Camrock Park Is a Nature Wonderland, Cambridge, WI

Did you know that Southern Wisconsin is home to over 

128 lakes?   Dane County has the greatest number at   45. Walworth County comes in second with   

42 followed by Jefferson County with  23, Rock County with 18. and Green County with  3.

The 2025 Best Bakeries In Southern For The Holidays


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GREAT, SOUTHERN WISCONSIN TOWN GETAWAYS

Janesville

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Ft. Atkinson

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Cambridge

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Evansville

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Summer in the Badger State offers many captivating indoor & outdoor destinations for active families, couples day tripping or great solo recreational opportunities. 

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Did You Know?


Did you know that Wisconsin was the birthplace of Flag Day? In 1885 in a small one room schoolhouse in Waubeka teacher, Bernard Cigrand and his students celebrated the first Flag Day.  Dr. Cigrand went on to lobby president Woodrow Wilson to make it a national observance day.


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The 2026 Lakes Edition Is Out!

 

Pick up your free copy  around Southern Wisconsin or download a .pdf here.

Visit The Hoard Museum This Weekend


The Hoard Historical Museum in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, is a regional resource for local history and cultural heritage, as well as a community gathering place. It exists as the result of a unique partnership between the City of Fort Atkinson and the Fort Atkinson Historical Societ Read More

Great Fish Fries In Southern Wisconsin


Why Wisconsin? Mix a little history with a bit of culture, religion, and natural resources and the answer is obvious. First, The Friday Fish Fry was born out the   Read More

Blueberry Season Is Here


Summer is back, high day time temps, ample rain means strawberry season is popping up across local farms across Southern Wisconsin.

More Vacationer Friendly Than Google Maps, Check Out Lakes Edition's HipMaps free downloadable app.

Our Lakes

Healthy To Go Meals For Your Day Trip

High Demand Continues for Teardrop Campers

London to Rome Travel In Southern Wisconsin's Unincorporated Towns

Looking for delicious pizza, a lively environment and an overall great place to hangout? Then head to Red Baron the destination of choice.

D&S Bait, Tackle and Fly Shop is your one stop shop for all of your fishing bait, gear, licenses and snacks! Close by are many restaurants, gas stations, motels--and the interstate is just minutes away! Our staff is made up of local and knowledgeable fishermen that grew up in this area, and fish the local area religiously. They are always happy to help you prepare for a great fishing experience, whether it be on the local lakes, rivers, streams or a family fishing vacation.  More


City skyline

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Birthday Sparks

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Fashion Magazine

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Blurred Lines

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Here is our next pet of the week is Dudley is a 3-year old Mixed hair Breed


 Meet Dudley! This handsome man is a huge fan of treats, cuddles, and play time. Dudley is looking to find his fur-ever family, he is ready to give them all his love! Dudley would prefer to be the only cat in his new home. Come meet Dudley at the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin today!



Interested in adoption but might need help with paying bills? The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin can help.



FEATURED BUSINESSES

Whether you're enjoying one of our beautiful area lakes or visiting the Main street of a local town

there are restaurants, bars, boutiques for truly unique gifts and delicious, home style meals.


Click on one of Southern Wisconsin's fine area businesses below to learn more..

RESTAURANTS

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BOUTIQUES

LODGING

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TRAVELOG WI

  • SUMMER WEDDINGS

    15 Picture Perfect Places For Wedding Photos This Summer

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  • HEALTHY EATING

    Easy Recipes And Tips For Healthy Day Trip To Go Meals for Your Southern  Wisconsin Adventures

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  • HIKING, BIRDING, AND FORAGING

    Treat Yourself To The Wide Open Spaces Of 15 Southern Wisconsin Beaches and Lakes For A Daytrip Hike and Work Out

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