Spring, Summer, & Fall at Palmquist Farm in Northern Wisconsin

Palmquist Farm, experience the Finnish warmth of a Northwoods Ranch

Apart from hunting, or riding your horse, enjoying a home-cooked meal, or celebrating your family reunion or wedding, explore some of the many other activities available at Palmquist Farm and the surrounding area or just relax in the Pick-a-roon.
	The beautiful Somo River runs through The Farm and is an excellent fishing spot to catch trout. We also have several ponds stocked with blue gills and trout that make for an exciting catch whether you’re an experienced fisher or a first timer. Our stocked ponds are especially exciting for young children who want to learn to fish because they’ll get a bite every time their bobber hits the water. We also have other fishing ponds scattered throughout Palmquist Farm. Within a half hour drive or shorter, there are hundreds of other natural lakes available. In the past, Palmquist Farm has hosted fly fishing clinics. If interested, please contact us.
	Imagine a hike without the distant sound of cars rushing by or even shouts from other hikers sharing your trail. Hiking our nature trails will be just that calm and will bring you through maple groves, up along hardwood ridges, and past our sparkling ponds. See whitetail deer, wood ducks, mallards, and geese. Enjoy the quiet outdoors as you weave your way through our miles of trials.
	After an amazing Finnish breakfast, step out the front door of your cabin, mount your bike, and ride though the scenic trails on The Farm. You’ll sail past green pastures and quiet woods. Maybe you’ll wander onto one of the hundreds of miles of scenic back country roads. The next day, take your bike on the nearby Bearskin Trail, Ice Age Trail, or Timm's Hill County Park (the highest point in Wisconsin). You may even enter the Dirtfighter Classic Bike Race in Phillips, WI which is about 25 miles away (the race takes place the third weekend of July). Don’t miss out on all there is to explore at Palmquist Farm.
	Whether you’re a kid or kid-at-heart, you’ll love The Farm’s scavenger hunt. Track down the Jesse James Gang, rescue a stolen horse or search out the treasure from a train robbery that happened a hundred years ago. It’s different every year, has three difficulty levels, and is included in your stay with us. There’s always a prize at the end.
	Hike out to the deer farm and step back into the days of the Wild West while visiting our herd of buffalo. We have 14 cows and one bull. When you come in the spring and early summer, expect to see buffalo calves bounding around the herd. We can also do wagon rides out to see the bison.
	After you enjoy a home-cooked dinner, the frogs start to chirp, the light turns orange and yellow as the sun begins to set, and the sound of an authentic tractor and wagon driven by Jim Palmquist is heard making its way toward your cabin to pick you up for a wagon ride through Palmquist Farm's beautiful trails and forests. You’ll see wild geese, ducks, and whitetail deer, and buffalo. Sit back and watch the sunset as you are pulled through country fields and forests while the sounds of nature surround you. The horses can also be used upon request.
	Picture all your favorite parts of a cookout around the campfire next to a beautiful pond without all the hassle of hauling the food around, cooking it, and cleaning it up. We’ll gladly take care of the work while you enjoy the meal and time with friends and family roasting marshmallows and listening to the frogs chirp. Evening cookouts by the campfire are done by special request for larger groups of guests.
	The lawns surrounding "The Farm" cabins provide plenty of space to play lawn games, so bring all of your favorites. Badminton, basketball, volleyball, and croquet are the most popular and are provided at The Farm. For smaller children, take a ride on the swings in the maple and pine trees.
	Relax your aching muscles at the end of the day in our authentic wood-fired Finnish sauna with upper and lower decks, shower, dressing room, and reading room. Share your stories of the bald eagle spotted while hiking, your great ride through the forest, or the fish that you caught while the sauna restores you for another full day. Bring your bathing suit, relax, and enjoy. After your sauna, enjoy a soothing, private massage by a trained masseuse. Massage therapy is available by request.
	Located about 2 miles from Palmquist Farm, Brigadoon Winery features red & white wines, fruit wines, homemade jams, and wine jelly, all available in their gift shop. Sit and enjoy your favorite wine by the glass while you soak up the beauty of the surrounding countryside in their outdoor wine garden. Free tours are available. Free wine tasting available year round.
	Northern Wisconsin offers many activities and events for visitors. The Wisconsin Concrete Park is a folk-art collection of cement and glass statues. Timm's Hill County Park is near us and is the highest point in Wisconsin. There is also a logging museum in Rhinelander and dinner theaters and horseback riding, go-carts, miniature golf in Minocqua. In Tomahawk, enjoy a water ski show. All these small towns have gift and antique shops that are enjoyable for browsing. You can c anoe or kayak the famous Flambeau River or one of the numerous other streams and lakes within easy driving distance.There are many fine golf courses in our area. Every year, there is a large Harley Davidson Motorcycle Rally in Tomahawk the second weekend in September.

Spring, summer, & fall at The Farm brings deep green forests which transform into vibrant colors and are surrounded by fields of wildflowers. Come and celebrate your family reunion or wedding, hunt with friends, explore The Farm with your horse, or come just to relax. Hike on our nature trails through maple groves and up hardwood ridges past our numerous ponds and breath-taking scenery. Go visit the buffalo. Try fishing in our bluegill and trout stocked ponds as well as the Somo River which runs right through The Farm. See whitetail deer and beef cattle grazing on our fields. Watch wood ducks, mallards, and geese swimming and nesting on our ponds. Bike our trails and The Farm roads or try the nearby Bearskin Trail, Ice Age Trail, Timm's Hill County Park, or hundreds of miles of scenic rural roads. Evening cookouts by the campfire, hayrides, our Scavenger Hunt and making homemade ice cream are memorable experiences for young and old alike. Children of all ages enjoy feeding and playing with farm animals such as chickens, rabbits, calves, horses, cats, and The Farm dog Otis, a friendly black Labrador. Catching frogs in Jack Lake is exciting as well as all the places to explore and discover on The Farm. Taking a ride on the swings, making nature crafts, playing badminton, volleyball, basketball and croquet are always favorites. And if that’s not enough, take a look at all the local attractions available in the surrounding area. For more happenings at Palmquist Farm, take a look at our Blog.