Stevens Point Area Visitors Guide 2023
Here you’ll find Wisconsin’s oldest farmers market still held in the same spot and the Point Brewery - a staple here since 1857 - along with the other breweries, wineries, and distilleries that make up the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective for a tour and a taste! Check out the nation’s longest-running
renewable Energy Fair, test your knowledge with the world’s largest Trivia contest, or visit the home of the first refrigerated salad bar (in a classic Wisconsin supper club, of course!). Order up at Ruby, named the best coffee in Wisconsin by Food & Wine, then explore more local makers from Tapped to Siren Shrubs.
Head outdoors in the Stevens Point Area and venture out on the popular 27-mile Green Circle Trail complete with a view. Bike one of Wisconsin’s best mountain biking trails at Standing Rocks – a mix of old-school and flow trails. Golf SentryWorld one of the best public courses in the nation and host of the 2023 U.S. Senior Open. Paddle the backwaters of the Wisconsin River or fly-fish the Tomorrow River. Explore the local art and Insta-worthy spots – with vibrant murals to the Stevens Point Sculpture Park.
Keep exploring the best of the region, complete with recommendations and travel tips within this guide. Whether you are making a first-time trip or are a frequent visitor – welcome! From all of us at the Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau - we hope your visit is a great one.
Here you’ll find Wisconsin’s oldest farmers market still held in the same spot and the Point Brewery - a staple here since 1857 - along with the other breweries, wineries, and distilleries that make up the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective for a tour and a taste! Check out the nation’s longest-running
renewable Energy Fair, test your knowledge with the world’s largest Trivia contest, or visit the home of the first refrigerated salad bar (in a classic Wisconsin supper club, of course!). Order up at Ruby, named the best coffee in Wisconsin by Food & Wine, then explore more local makers from Tapped to Siren Shrubs.
Head outdoors in the Stevens Point Area and venture out on the popular 27-mile Green Circle Trail complete with a view. Bike one of Wisconsin’s best mountain biking trails at Standing Rocks – a mix of old-school and flow trails. Golf SentryWorld one of the best public courses in the nation and host of the 2023 U.S. Senior Open. Paddle the backwaters of the Wisconsin River or fly-fish the Tomorrow River. Explore the local art and Insta-worthy spots – with vibrant murals to the Stevens Point Sculpture Park.
Keep exploring the best of the region, complete with recommendations and travel tips within this guide. Whether you are making a first-time trip or are a frequent visitor – welcome! From all of us at the Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau - we hope your visit is a great one.
@wateman25Pick Your Perfect StayChoose your must-haves and favorites to craft the perfect Stevens Point Area stay.BRINGING THE KIDSMust Have: Water FunJump into the salt-water pool at Fairfield orhit the inflatable obstacle course at RiversEdge (when in season). Find more swimmingoptions on page 36.Must Have: Free BreakfastBook a room and grab a plate. Nearly alllocal hotels offer breakfast, and many offerhot options. Check out the free breakfastbreakdown on page 70.COUPLES ESCAPEMust Have: CocktailsKick off your evening with a cocktail or endwith a night cap at Amber Grill or WissotaChophouse – both offer a barand lodging under the same roof.Must Have: RomanceRekindle the spark with a romantic stay at aquaint Bed & Breakfast. If B&B’s aren’t yourthing, check out a whirlpool suite to dial upthe romance.BESTIES GETAWAYMust Have: Time To ChillIf prioritizing downtime and makingmemories together is at the top of your list,find the perfect home rental to matchyour crew’s vibe from cozy to bougie.Must Have: BrunchWhether you start early, or sleep in, here area few local favorites: Mikey’s, Father Fats,Sky Club, Ruby Café – or breakfast in a glasswith a Bloody Mary at Rusty’s.68 Stevens Point Area Official Visitors Guide | 2023Stevens Point Area Official Visitors Guide | 202369
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Pick Your Perfect Stay
Choose your must-haves and favorites to craft the perfect Stevens Point Area stay.
BRINGING THE KIDS
Must Have: Water Fun
Jump into the salt-water pool at Fairfield or
hit the inflatable obstacle course at Rivers
Edge (when in season). Find more swimming
options on page 36.
Must Have: Free Breakfast
Book a room and grab a plate. Nearly all
local hotels offer breakfast, and many offer
hot options. Check out the free breakfast
breakdown on page 70.
COUPLES ESCAPE
Must Have: Cocktails
Kick off your evening with a cocktail or end
with a night cap at Amber Grill or Wissota
Chophouse – both offer a bar
and lodging under the same roof.
Must Have: Romance
Rekindle the spark with a romantic stay at a
quaint Bed & Breakfast. If B&B’s aren’t your
thing, check out a whirlpool suite to dial up
the romance.
BESTIES GETAWAY
Must Have: Time To Chill
If prioritizing downtime and making
memories together is at the top of your list,
find the perfect home rental to match
your crew’s vibe from cozy to bougie.
Must Have: Brunch
Whether you start early, or sleep in, here are
a few local favorites: Mikey’s, Father Fats,
Sky Club, Ruby Café – or breakfast in a glass
with a Bloody Mary at Rusty’s.
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Stevens Point Area Official Visitors Guide | 2023
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