There’s a wild wonderland that’s filled with remote islands and undeveloped shoreline. It has been compared to the Canadian wilderness, but it’s closer to home than you might realize – it’s called the Willow Flowage, and it’s a Wisconsin natural area. If you enjoy hiking, paddling, or taking in the beauty of nature, it’s a place you’ll want to visit. Here’s what you need to know about the Willow Flowage.

The Willow Flowage is located in Oneida County, in Northern Wisconsin. It looks like it has been around since the beginning of time, but it was actually created in 1926, with the damming of the Tomahawk River.
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The flowage is wild and beautiful. It has 73 miles of shoreline and 106 islands. Nearly all of the flowage is wild and undeveloped.
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Today, the area is managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources as a recreational area, and it’s popular for fishing, boating, and camping.
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Anglers come to the flowage to catch a variety of fish, including musky, walleye, northern pike, bass, and panfish. It’s also a popular place for paddling – there are 6,400 acres of open water.
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The flowage is also a popular destination for birdwatching and wildlife viewing. Bald eagles, ospreys, loons, and a variety of waterfowl can be seen in the area. The surrounding forests are home to deer, bear, and other wildlife.
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If you don’t have a boat, here are some scenic hiking trails that trace the shoreline and will allow you you experience the beauty of this special place. The flowage has an accessible nature trail with a smooth, crushed granite surface.
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Learn more about the Willow Flowage on the state Department of Natural Resources website. Wisconsin has many beautiful natural attractions – you just have to know where to find them.

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Willow Flowage Boat Launch, 5070-, 5094 Willow Dam Rd, Hazelhurst, WI 54531, USA