Rhinelander is your Northwoods destination for vacations and getaways

The Rhinelander Area is in the Heart of Hodag Country, a landscape rich in forest, lakes and trails. It is one of Wisconsin’s top destinations, offering outstanding fishing, boating, mountain biking and hiking, plus the best shopping and lodging in the Northwoods.

In addition to having a great mix of fun activities and attractions, the Rhinelander Area is one of the most affordable family vacation options in the Midwest.

The Rhinelander Area is also home to the legendary woodland creature, the Hodag. If you’re lucky, you might catch a glimpse of the Hodag as you hike, bike, fish, paddle, shop, dine and relax.

In Hodag Country, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance between nature and creature comforts. Fish for walleye in the morning, go on a shopping spree in the afternoon and then catch a first-run movie in the evening. You’ll find a mix of activities that’s hard to beat. Rhinelander is your Northwoods hub for shopping, dining and a variety of service businesses.

Whether you’re looking to visit the Rhinelander Area for a vacation, to do business in the community or to relocate here for a lifetime, you’ve come to the right place.

Hodag Sightings Contest: Win an HD Camcorder, Lodging and more!

Enter and you could win the ultimate Hodag prize package, including a weekend getaway in Rhinelander and everything you need to track down the elusive creature. Enter today, and you might just discover the Northwoods’ greatest mystery.