Visit Cliffs, Beaches And Orchards On An Epic 84-mile Road Trip Around Wisconsin’s Lake Winnebago
By Ben Jones|Published November 01, 2021
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Ben Jones is at heart an adventurer who delights in inspiring others. A former reporter and photojournalist, he explored towns large and small as a Wisconsin correspondent for USA Today. He later became a lead photographer and senior copywriter for an award-winning destination marketing agency, before founding Boldland Creative, a company that produces photography, video, and other content for travel destinations. Jones has completed photography and content projects in more than 15 states and when he’s not looking through a camera or at his Macbook you’ll find him exploring the world’s lakes and forests.
Wisconsin’s largest inland lake is one of the state’s most scenic road trip destinations. Lake Winnebago is surrounded by farms and parks and green spaces as well as lively taverns, apple orchards, towering cliffs, and more, and is the perfect road trip in Wisconsin. Get your car keys: here’s an unforgettable road trip you have to take.
When you’re ready to take on this lakeside road trip, click here to create directions for the road trip, starting in Fond du Lac.
Start your journey at this charming 400-acre Fond du Lac Park. Stretch your legs on the park’s tranquil paths and take in the scenic lighthouse. Learn more about Lakeside Park here.
If you have kids along, or a just kid at heart, stop at this charming little spot. Just remember to leave room in your trunk for a pumpkin! See details about Little Farmer here.
Continuing on, you’ll head past one of Wisconsin’s most popular state parks. When you arrive at High Cliff State Park and see the towering cliffs, a scenic shore and lime kiln ruins you’ll know why. See park details, including hours here.
On warm days the tiki bar at this lively lakeside spot is a must-visit but the great food and drinks make Waverly Beach a worthy destination year round. See Waverly’s menu and hours here.
Continuing down the west shore of Lake Winnebago, you’ll pass another worthy rest stop. Dockside Tavern is located riverside in Oshkosh – it’s a neighborhood tavern with an expansive and delicious menu. The large bar and dining room has woodwork modeled after Chris-Craft wooden boat. Learn more about Dockside here.
Allow plenty of time for this trip around the lake – its an experience you won’t want to rush! If you love scenic road trips, here another drive you’ll want to take.
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