Photo: Julie Roy
In honor of the season change and the first few snowfalls of the year, here are some of the best winter activities to enjoy in Burnett County! Our county holds so many fun and unique winter activity opportunities that you simply must take advantage of! From unbeatable snowmobile trails to the best ice fishing spots, we’ve got you covered!
With over 300 miles of enchanting, scenic, and smooth snowmobiling routes stretched across the area, Burnett County becomes the perfect location for your winter adventures. Snowmobile trails are marked with orange blazers and will be open from December 1st through March 31st, as long as there are more than 4 inches of snow covering the ground.
Burnett County is home to over 500 lakes! This wide variety of frozen lakes provides ideal ice fishing possibilities. Our lakes also offer a vast array of fish species to match up with any fishing goals you might have! With popular lakes like Yellow Lake and Clam Lake offering multiple lakeside bars/restaurants, you never have to worry about going hungry when you’re out on the ice, we’ve got you covered on that front as well!
With the broad assortment of trails and forests surrounding our area, Burnett County is the perfect place to try out some new hobbies like snowshoeing! Take in the beautiful scenery as you smoothly travel through the woodsy nature.
If you’re planning a trip to Burnett County over the winter months, there’s no need to stress about finding a place to stay, as we have multiple lodging options found at the click of a button. The Lodge at Crooked Lake and The Best Western in Siren entail a rustic, cozy, homelike vibe that we’re sure will exceed your expectations during your stay. If you’re looking for something more quaint and off the grid, try one of our many resorts such as the Webb Lake Inn or the Bir Oaks Resort. If you’re still looking for something more private, you can find some fabulous Airbnb listings within the county!
Lastly, nobody does Christmas better than Burnett County! Christmas at the Forts has been the number one Christmas outing for families in the county for years! The Forts Folle Avoine offers a special experience for you and your family including a visit with Santa, a horse drawn hayride, a unique gift shop, and so much more! Santa will be waiting to grant your wishes on December 7th, 8th, and 14th, from 10am to 4pm! If you can’t make it to the Forts to see Santa, you can visit him at Crooked Lake Nutrition on December 7th, from 10am to 1pm, or at the Burnett County Dairy on December 14th, from 11am to 2pm. Be sure to watch out for the many holiday events scattered throughout December, ranging from Merry Markets to Ugly Christmas Sweater Parties that you won’t want to miss!
Winter in Burnett County is truly a magical time of year that you simply have to experience! From quaint, homelike retreats to some of the best snowshoeing conditions around, our county provides a rare experience and a chance for everyone to embrace their stay!
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Mira Niles, Burnett County Tourism Coalition Marketing Coordinator