Spooner, WI Attractions: Explore Fun Activities

AWESOME ATTRACTIONS

There are so many fun attractions in Spooner for all ages. Read on to learn more about all of the fun things to do in our small northern Wisconsin town and the surrounding area.

Purple Pelican Gallery storefront featuring art and photo restoration services, vibrant flower boxes, and a sign displaying "Gallery," located in Spooner, Wisconsin, promoting local tourism and cultural attractions.

ART GALLERIES

Spooner is full of creative artisans wanting to share their incredible works of art with you. Visit one of the galleries below and perhaps you will find a unique piece to bring home with you!

MUSEUMS

Spooner has a rich history that we are incredibly proud of! Check out one of the area museums to learn more about how Spooner has evolved throughout the years.

Chandelier with multiple light fixtures hanging from a decorative tin ceiling, highlighting Spooner's architectural heritage and charm.

TIN CEILING TOUR

After a fire in the summer of 1905, Spooner was rebuilt and many area businesses chose to go with tin ceilings that were very popular at the time. Over 15 businesses still feature these beautiful tin ceilings and are proud to show them off on the Tin Ceiling Tour as one of Spooner’s attractions.

Tin Ceiling Tour

Spooner Veterans Memorial Park featuring multiple flags, a central monument, and surrounding greenery, honoring local veterans and commemorating their service.

SPOONER PARKS

Spooner is a small town with a big love for recreational activities no matter what time of year it is! Stop at one of our many fun parks when staying in Spooner!

Aerial view of the Spooner State Fish Hatchery ponds, featuring multiple rectangular fish rearing pools surrounded by lush greenery, supporting local wildlife and recreational fishing activities.

HIKING TRAILS

It's time to lace up those hiking boots and check out one of the many spectacular hiking trails in the area. These natural attractions in Spooner offer up a plethora of opportunities to view wildlife in their virtually untouched natural habitat!

Group of children and adults hiking along a lush green trail in Spooner, Wisconsin, promoting outdoor activities and nature exploration.

Hunt Hill nature center

Just east of Spooner, in the Stone Lake Area, lies a beautiful horse trail system featuring two 15 mile loops offering incredible views throughout the gently rolling hardwood ridges.

Hunt Hill Nature Center

WILD RIVERS STATE TRAIL

The Wild Rivers State Trail is a 96-mile-long multi-use recreational trail traversing Washburn, Barron and Douglass Counties that follows an abandoned railbed first established by the Omaha and Soo Line railroad companies in the 1800s. Today its cinder and gravel base offers opportunities for a variety of activities, but it has become particularly popular among ATV/UTV and snowmobile riders.

Wild Rivers State Trail

Vintage display cabinet showcasing decorative items, including a portrait and intricate designs, highlighting local art and culture in Spooner, Wisconsin.

FAIRY SHOPS OF SPOONER

A unique and fun thing to do in Wisconsin is to check out the Spooner fairy shops! Spooner is an old railroad town where fairy merchants continue their thriving nighttime business serving local and visiting fairies. Each shop provides goods and services that are similar to the larger establishments in which they are located. There are fun cafes, bookstores and art shops to keep fairies coming back to Spooner again and again!