14 Things To Do During A Family Reunion in Bayfield, Wisconsin (7 ideas for kids and 7 for grown ups!)
If you're having a family reunion in Bayfield - congrats! You’ve made a great choice! Our picturesque town has something for everyone, from the littlest cousin all the way up to grandma and grandpa.
Read on for Bayfield activity suggestions that will help your family reunion run smoothly.
7 things to do in Bayfield with kids
1. Check out the Marina Park & Playground
Kids will love the great playground equipment, grown ups will appreciate the view.
2. Go mushing with real sled dogs
If you visit Bayfield in the winter, any dog-loving kiddo over the age of 5 would love to go mushing at Wolfsong Adventures. Tours range from 2.5 - 4 hours and can accommodate up to six participants, so this could be a great activity for the more adventurous members of your family reunion!
3. Pick your own fruit at Blue Vista Farm
Depending on the season, kiddos can pick blueberries, raspberries, or apples!
4. Get a day pass to the Bayfield Recreation Center
If the weather’s not cooperating and the kids have a ton of energy, bring them to the rec center. They can splash around the 25-meter saline pool, play racquetball, or even use the skate park.
5. Explore the sea caves
If your kids are the adventurous types, they’ll love exploring Apostle Island sea caves, either by kayak in the summer or with ice cleats in the winter. The sea caves make for very good Instagram content that will impress all their friends back home!
6. Make s’mores around the fire pit at Hale House
We take summer seriously at Hale House, so we make sure to include a s’mores care package for every set of guests - chocolate, marshmallows, graham crackers, and pokers!
7. Check out the kids’ section at Apostle Island Book Sellers
Your young reader will love their great collection. You’ll appreciate their author readings and thoughtful recommendations.
7 things to do in Bayfield for adults
1. Get a break by ducking out to for some coffee at Wonderstate
Need to get away from the noise and bustle of extended family? Volunteer to do a coffee run to Wonderstate.
Their salted caramel latte is amazing, as is their espresso shake in the summer. Their bagel with smoked salmon pate makes for a great breakfast, to be consumed while admiring the view from their sidewalk tables.
2. Sample the many beers at Adventure Club Brewing
With a friendly staff and an ever-changing lineup of craft beers, this taproom is a great Friday night destination.
3. Catch some live music at The Fat Radish
The menu at The Fat Radish is incredible - roasted bone marrow, crab cakes, mac and cheese with asiago, gouda, topped with herbed panko. And their weekly live music is great, too!
4. Work your way through Hale House’s record collection
Put on some Leon Bridges as you make pancakes in the morning, Otis Redding to accompany a poker game, or Kacey Musgraves as you make a fire.
Hale House has an ever-growing collection of albums, so there’s sure to be something in there you like!
5. Tour (and drink) at The Copper Crow Distillery
If it’s got 47 five-star reviews on Google, you know it has to be good. Take a tour of the distillery, schedule a tasting, buy a few bottles of vodka, or order cocktails from their seasonal menu.
6. Get some smoked fish at Hoop’s
Want an only-in-Wisconsin experience? Buy fresh caught or smoked fish dockside at Hoop’s fish market! Chat with deckhands and check out Hoop’s commercial fishing boats. If you’re lucky, you might even hear some fishing stories from owner Craig - a sixth generation commercial fisherman!
Hoop’s also has a storefront location in town if that’s more your speed.
7. Visit the Maritime Museum
History buffs will love this beautiful museum - with free admission and over 15, 000 yearly visitors, lots of people do! Be sure to check out their events calendar and boat-building workshops as you’re planning your family reunion in Bayfield.
Hale House can sleep up to 12 people so if you’re looking for group lodging in Bayfield, we might be a great fit! Check our availability here.
