Overview
Green Lake is in Wisconsin, USA and is home to the deepest inland lake in the state.
1 things to do · 2 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Green Lake
Evensong Spa
Spa and retreat with an indoor labyrinth.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 82°F; winter lows dip to about 12°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and Jul. (climate data from nearby Madison)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- ATW Appleton International Airport, Appleton — 36 mi away. Directions
- MSN Dane County Regional Truax Field, Madison — 52 mi away. Directions
- MKE General Mitchell International Airport, Milwaukee — 82 mi away (major hub). Directions
Green Lake is in Central Wisconsin at the junction of Wisconsin Highway 23 and 49. It's an easy drive on scenic roads just 90 miles from Milwaukee, 70 miles from Madison, 75 miles from Green Bay, 180 miles from Chicago and 250 miles from Minneapolis.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Places to stay listed here: about $79–$79 a night (typical $539), from 2 listed prices.
- Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$120, mid-range ~$610, comfortable ~$240.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
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Get in
Green Lake is in Central Wisconsin at the junction of Wisconsin Highway 23 and 49. It's an easy drive on scenic roads just 90 miles from Milwaukee, 70 miles from Madison, 75 miles from Green Bay, 180 miles from Chicago and 250 miles from Minneapolis.
See
The Green Lake area is home to many quaint and charming communities that are worth exploring. From antique and art shops, to parks, fishing and swimming. There are many area festivals and events throughout the year. Easy lake access via seven public launch sites. 99 holes of golf nearby.
Do
Eat
Eat Waves
Pub-style fare from appetizers to salads and sandwiches, as well as a wide selection of domestic beer, imports and specialty drinks. Waves features an outdoor patio with lakeside dining and offers summer entertainment. At Heidel House Resort.
Eat Oakwood
Oakwood has consistently been named one of Wisconsin’s Top 25 restaurants, has received the Wine Spectator Award for four consecutive years, and offers the "Best Wisconsin Brunch" every Sunday from 9AM-1PM. Classic dishes are all freshly prepared by the resort's award winning chefs.
Drink
Sleep
Stay Heidel House Resort
Nestled on 20 acres of Green Lake shoreline, Heidel House Resort offers an elegant place to stay. It is a full-service resort with three restaurants, an ice cream parlor, 60' excursion yacht, business center, high-speed wireless Internet, indoor and outdoor pool, sauna, fitness center and a game room. In-room amenities include an iron and ironing board, hair dryer, coffee maker, Super Nintendo, and newly released movies available to order from your television. Also has 20,000 square feet of space for meetings, special events, weddings and reunions.
Stay Green Lake Conference Center (GLCC)
Green Lake Conference Center has 6 hotels near or on the lake. In addition, it has 21 cabins, 14 houses, and 78 camp sites available for rent. It also features dorm or hostel type housing in 7 buildings. GLCC has many amenities for its guests to enjoy.
Nearby
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City / town · 3 listings · 6 mi away
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Fond du Lac
City / town · 14 listings · 26 mi away
Beaver Dam
City / town · 8 listings · 27 mi away
Coloma
City / town · 5 listings · 31 mi away
Portage
City / town · 3 listings · 32 mi away
Columbus
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