Becky's Guidebook
What to do or see
Chetek Hydroflites Ski Site
728 Lakeview Drhttps://www.hydroflites.com/
Local Drive In Movie Theatre
http://www.stardustdriveinmovie.com/
9 locals recommend
Stardust Drive in
995 22nd StLocal Drive In Movie Theatre
http://www.stardustdriveinmovie.com/
Located within 20 minutes from house. Local favorite for down hill skiing, snow boarding and tubing.
14 locals recommend
Christie Mountain
W13755 Co Rd OLocated within 20 minutes from house. Local favorite for down hill skiing, snow boarding and tubing.
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is a thousand-mile footpath that highlights these landscape features as it travels through some of the state’s most beautiful natural areas. The Trail is entirely within Wisconsin and is one of only eleven National Scenic Trails.
But the Ice Age Trail is more than a path through the woods. It is a place for mental and physical rejuvenation, a place to unwind after a hard day and enjoy the landscape of Wisconsin. More than 1 million people use the Ice Age Trail each year to hike and snowshoe, to backpack, to disconnect and reconnect.
Behind the scenes, a vibrant community of volunteers across the state work to build and maintain the Trail, making it one of the country’s best hiking experiences.
https://wisconsin-explorer.blogspot.com/2018/06/hiking-ice-age-trail-chippewa-moraine.html
https://www.iceagetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Backpacking-Chippewa-Moraine.pdf
https://www.iceagetrail.org/volunteer/chapters/chippewa-moraine/
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
Ice Age National Scenic TrailThe Ice Age National Scenic Trail is a thousand-mile footpath that highlights these landscape features as it travels through some of the state’s most beautiful natural areas. The Trail is entirely within Wisconsin and is one of only eleven National Scenic Trails.
But the Ice Age Trail is more than a path through the woods. It is a place for mental and physical rejuvenation, a place to unwind after a hard day and enjoy the landscape of Wisconsin. More than 1 million people use the Ice Age Trail each year to hike and snowshoe, to backpack, to disconnect and reconnect.
Behind the scenes, a vibrant community of volunteers across the state work to build and maintain the Trail, making it one of the country’s best hiking experiences.
https://wisconsin-explorer.blogspot.com/2018/06/hiking-ice-age-trail-chippewa-moraine.html
https://www.iceagetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Backpacking-Chippewa-Moraine.pdf
https://www.iceagetrail.org/volunteer/chapters/chippewa-moraine/
Sioux Creek Golf Course
568 23rd StAlso has great food!
Chetek Lanes, Event Center & Pizzeria
695 County Highway SSWe love the BBQ Pizza!
Lake Country Marina
101 Banks St
Outers Resort
1748 Pinewood AvenuePontoon Rentals for Chetek Chain of Lakes
https://www.chetekpontoonrentals.com/
Shopping
The town of Chetek has a wide variety of gift shops offering local artwork or unique treasures to bring home.
The Pine Lodge Shop
2420 6 1/4 AveCandy Corner & Creations
529 2nd StreetWe love the homemade fudge
Off "R" Rockers
603 2nd StCarpe Diem
124 Douglas StWhimsical Wares
526 2nd StJust Imagine Inc.
1416 Hwy Blvd NSkippers Bait & Liquor Store
2542 8 1/4 AveHuge selection of beer, wine, liquor.
Neighborhoods
Beautiful hidden gem of Northern WI! Chetek is known best for its beautiful chain of lakes with walleye fishing. Catch hydroflights water ski show in the summer or take a step back in time at the drive in movie theatre. Local ATV and snowmobile trails.
14 locals recommend
Chetek
Beautiful hidden gem of Northern WI! Chetek is known best for its beautiful chain of lakes with walleye fishing. Catch hydroflights water ski show in the summer or take a step back in time at the drive in movie theatre. Local ATV and snowmobile trails.
Restaurants/Bars
Local favorite-mom and pop restaurant. Huge menu with some German culture. Very reasonably priced. Great place to purchase steaks/chops to bring home to cook.
Chetek Cafe and Meat Shop
505 2nd StLocal favorite-mom and pop restaurant. Huge menu with some German culture. Very reasonably priced. Great place to purchase steaks/chops to bring home to cook.
Chetek Bakery
608 2nd StAbsolute must for some delicious bake goods!
We love the gourmet cheese curds and wings. Delicious homemade ranch dressing. Often times the restaurant/bar is busy so we place orders ahead. Live music most weekends, outdoor tiki bar in summer. About 7 mikes from house.
13 locals recommend
Gilligans
2542 8 1/4 AveWe love the gourmet cheese curds and wings. Delicious homemade ranch dressing. Often times the restaurant/bar is busy so we place orders ahead. Live music most weekends, outdoor tiki bar in summer. About 7 mikes from house.
Hope & Anchor Coffeehouse
526 2nd StCoffee and Gift Shop
Try the margaritas and Chetek burrito
https://www.pokegamalakeside.com/
Pokegama Lakeside Tavern & Grill
840 Banks LnTry the margaritas and Chetek burrito
https://www.pokegamalakeside.com/
Northlakes Drive In
410 2nd StreetCaddy Shack Pizza & Pub
1017 25-25 1/4 StRed's Eating & Drinking Establishment
121 Lakeview DrSassy's
515 2nd StPhill's Bar & Grill
519 2nd StreetTry the burger special
Traveler advice
Ways to save
Groceries
There is a local grocery store in Chetek, (Fresh Market) however, selection is limited and it is a bit pricey. I generally get groceries in Rice Lake or Eau Claire. Chetek Cafe and Meat Shop is on Main Street, great place to buy steaks.
What to pack
Summer Essentials
Sunscreen, Bug Spray and lighter fluid
Getting around
Local Transportation
Our home is in rural area-no local Ubers/Lyft service/Taxi Service