Old Orchard Cabin Guidebook
Recreation & Sightseeing
Located on a ridge rising steeply above the Kickapoo River, Wildcat Mountain State Park offers twenty-one miles of scenic hiking, nature and equestrian trails. An observation point and picnic areas overlook the Kickapoo Valley. The Kickapoo River is popular for paddling and rentals are available in the village of Ontario.
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Wildcat Mountain State Park
E13660 WI-33Located on a ridge rising steeply above the Kickapoo River, Wildcat Mountain State Park offers twenty-one miles of scenic hiking, nature and equestrian trails. An observation point and picnic areas overlook the Kickapoo Valley. The Kickapoo River is popular for paddling and rentals are available in the village of Ontario.
A unique place from all vantage points, the Kickapoo Valley Reserve is an 8,600-acre tract of public land. Here, sandstone outcroppings tower over the Kickapoo River as you paddle its quiet waters while native plants and animals abound in all seasons. Whether you'd like to join us for a scheduled interpretive hike, adventure into the back-country on your own, or simply stop and admire the beauty, the Kickapoo Valley Reserve welcomes you!
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Kickapoo Valley Reserve State Natural Area
Wisconsin 131A unique place from all vantage points, the Kickapoo Valley Reserve is an 8,600-acre tract of public land. Here, sandstone outcroppings tower over the Kickapoo River as you paddle its quiet waters while native plants and animals abound in all seasons. Whether you'd like to join us for a scheduled interpretive hike, adventure into the back-country on your own, or simply stop and admire the beauty, the Kickapoo Valley Reserve welcomes you!
The 400 State Trail is a 22-mile rail trail between Reedsburg and Elroy, Wisconsin. It is designed for foot, bicycle, equestrian, snowmobile traffic. It is designated as a multi-use trail, offering recreational access to the routes, and is open to the public.
The "400" State Trail
400 State TrailThe 400 State Trail is a 22-mile rail trail between Reedsburg and Elroy, Wisconsin. It is designed for foot, bicycle, equestrian, snowmobile traffic. It is designated as a multi-use trail, offering recreational access to the routes, and is open to the public.
The Omaha Trail is paved and runs south for 13 miles from Camp Douglas to Elroy Wisconsin. The trail follows what was the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad line. The trail has a 875 foot tunnel that was built in 1876.
Omaha Bike Trail
Omaha Bike TrailThe Omaha Trail is paved and runs south for 13 miles from Camp Douglas to Elroy Wisconsin. The trail follows what was the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad line. The trail has a 875 foot tunnel that was built in 1876.
The Elroy-Sparta State Trail is a 32.5-mile Wisconsin State rail trail between Elroy and Sparta, Wisconsin. Considered to be the first rail trail when it opened in 1967, it was designed for foot, bicycle, equestrian and light motorized traffic.
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Elroy Sparta State Trail
Elroy Sparta State TrailThe Elroy-Sparta State Trail is a 32.5-mile Wisconsin State rail trail between Elroy and Sparta, Wisconsin. Considered to be the first rail trail when it opened in 1967, it was designed for foot, bicycle, equestrian and light motorized traffic.
Castle Rock Lake is a 13,955 acre lake located in Juneau, Adams Counties. It has a maximum depth of 35 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings, public beaches. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Sturgeon and Catfish.
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Castle Rock Lake
Castle Rock Lake is a 13,955 acre lake located in Juneau, Adams Counties. It has a maximum depth of 35 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings, public beaches. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Sturgeon and Catfish.
Part of the Ice Age National Scientific Reserve, Mill Bluff State Park offers a spectacular view of picturesque rock formations. Campsites, picnic areas, a shelter, hiking trails, and a swimming pond can all be found at this park just outside Camp Douglas.
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Mill Bluff State Park
15819 Funnel RdPart of the Ice Age National Scientific Reserve, Mill Bluff State Park offers a spectacular view of picturesque rock formations. Campsites, picnic areas, a shelter, hiking trails, and a swimming pond can all be found at this park just outside Camp Douglas.
This 295 acre recreation area offers beautiful views and trails in Wisconsin's unglaciated "coulee" region. The day use area has restrooms, playground equipment, and shelter available for rent. The approximately 3 mile trail winds through the hollow. Allow plenty of time if attempting this hike as the trail has many switchbacks and hilly topography. The trail is open to hiking and horseback riding. There is a small open shelter midway through the trail available for camping. The property is bordered on the north side by the undeveloped State Natural Area. The orchard near the lower parking area is open to the public for picking in season.
Bass Hollow State Natural Area
Cowan RoadThis 295 acre recreation area offers beautiful views and trails in Wisconsin's unglaciated "coulee" region. The day use area has restrooms, playground equipment, and shelter available for rent. The approximately 3 mile trail winds through the hollow. Allow plenty of time if attempting this hike as the trail has many switchbacks and hilly topography. The trail is open to hiking and horseback riding. There is a small open shelter midway through the trail available for camping. The property is bordered on the north side by the undeveloped State Natural Area. The orchard near the lower parking area is open to the public for picking in season.
The Lemonweir River is navigable from western Juneau County, to its mouth on the Wisconsin River. The current is generally moderate to slow and portages are necessary at two dams. Find public parking, a boat landing and restrooms at Mauston's Riverside Park.
Lemonweir River
The Lemonweir River is navigable from western Juneau County, to its mouth on the Wisconsin River. The current is generally moderate to slow and portages are necessary at two dams. Find public parking, a boat landing and restrooms at Mauston's Riverside Park.
This popular river for kayaking is challenging in some spots and a bit more leisurely in others. At times, the Baraboo River is slow with areas of shallow rapids, but high water levels can cause a swift current and should not be paddled by anyone other than experienced paddlers. It is important to be alert to changing conditions and aware that the current can be quite strong. Some sections are Class I rapids in the Baraboo city limits area.
Baraboo River
This popular river for kayaking is challenging in some spots and a bit more leisurely in others. At times, the Baraboo River is slow with areas of shallow rapids, but high water levels can cause a swift current and should not be paddled by anyone other than experienced paddlers. It is important to be alert to changing conditions and aware that the current can be quite strong. Some sections are Class I rapids in the Baraboo city limits area.
Decorah Lake is a 314 acre lake located in Juneau County. It has a maximum depth of 15 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye.
Decorah Lake
Decorah Lake is a 314 acre lake located in Juneau County. It has a maximum depth of 15 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye.
Attractions
Waterparks, roller coasters, restaurants, shopping, sightseeing, boat tours... you name it, this is Wisconsin's vacation tourist attraction!
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Wisconsin Dells
Waterparks, roller coasters, restaurants, shopping, sightseeing, boat tours... you name it, this is Wisconsin's vacation tourist attraction!
Elroy is the closest town and has the closest grocery store and gas station. Elroy is also "where the trails meet", which is to say that the Omaha, Elroy-Sparta and 400 trails all link together in Elroy.
Elroy
Elroy is the closest town and has the closest grocery store and gas station. Elroy is also "where the trails meet", which is to say that the Omaha, Elroy-Sparta and 400 trails all link together in Elroy.
Hillsboro is host to the nearest hardware store and is known as the Czech Capital of Wisconsin.
Hillsboro
Hillsboro is host to the nearest hardware store and is known as the Czech Capital of Wisconsin.
Vineyards & Wineries
Since 1997, family-owned, Burr Oak Winery has created a wide variety of award-winning, estate-grown table and dessert wines. Their wine selection consists of red, white and dessert or apertif wines many with names derived from the locality like their Castle Rock Red and White.
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Burr Oak Winery
N5873 US Hwy 12 And 16Since 1997, family-owned, Burr Oak Winery has created a wide variety of award-winning, estate-grown table and dessert wines. Their wine selection consists of red, white and dessert or apertif wines many with names derived from the locality like their Castle Rock Red and White.
Our portfolio includes cold climate wines produced from 10 varieties of grapes, plus other local fruits. Wines range from dry, oaked reds and crisp whites to luscious, sweet, table and dessert wines. We also produce wine from grapes sourced from domestic and international vineyards.
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Branches Winery
E6796 Old Line RdOur portfolio includes cold climate wines produced from 10 varieties of grapes, plus other local fruits. Wines range from dry, oaked reds and crisp whites to luscious, sweet, table and dessert wines. We also produce wine from grapes sourced from domestic and international vineyards.
Sugar Creek Winery of Wisconsin
13418 Chellevold RoadExceptional wines and beautiful setting adjacent to Sugar Creek
Premier artisanal winery, cidery, farm, and orchard nestled among the rugged beauty of the Driftless region of Wisconsin. Our wines are an expression of the place we call home. The Upper Mississippi River Valley AVA where we’re located has a unique micro climate, which influences our wines’ special flavors. Crisp and vibrant white wines, rich, velvety red wines, and sweet fruit wines and ciders, our varieties provide something for all tastes.
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Wild Hills Winery
30940 Oakridge DrPremier artisanal winery, cidery, farm, and orchard nestled among the rugged beauty of the Driftless region of Wisconsin. Our wines are an expression of the place we call home. The Upper Mississippi River Valley AVA where we’re located has a unique micro climate, which influences our wines’ special flavors. Crisp and vibrant white wines, rich, velvety red wines, and sweet fruit wines and ciders, our varieties provide something for all tastes.
Von Klaus Winery is the home of 20 handcrafted wines, made with modern technology and old world tradition. We have been making wines using original recipes with all natural ingredients and no preservatives or added sulfites since 1999.
Von Klaus Winery
133 3rd AveVon Klaus Winery is the home of 20 handcrafted wines, made with modern technology and old world tradition. We have been making wines using original recipes with all natural ingredients and no preservatives or added sulfites since 1999.
Welcome to Lost Island Winery, a small family-own company that produces about 40 different flavors of wine. We invite you to stop and taste our creations!
Lost Island Wine
570 Theater RoadWelcome to Lost Island Winery, a small family-own company that produces about 40 different flavors of wine. We invite you to stop and taste our creations!
Situated high on the northwest range of the Baraboo is our family owned winery. Baraboo Bluff Winery, established in 2015, is the perfect location to admire and stroll the panoramic view of the incredible Wisconsin landscape while enjoying a glass or bottle of our house wines. From vine to table-each sip is amazing!
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Baraboo Bluff Winery
E9120 Terrytown RdSituated high on the northwest range of the Baraboo is our family owned winery. Baraboo Bluff Winery, established in 2015, is the perfect location to admire and stroll the panoramic view of the incredible Wisconsin landscape while enjoying a glass or bottle of our house wines. From vine to table-each sip is amazing!
Fawn Creek is a relaxing winery nestled in the forests of Dell Prairie. But on weekends our quiet neck-of-the-woods is transformed into the best music venue in Southwest Wisconsin! In addition to offering traditional semi-dry table reds and semi-sweet to sweet table whites, we have found a niche in fruit-flavored grape wines of a sweeter nature such as Granny's Gold, a Granny Smith-apple-flavored Riesling, and Razz Prairie, a raspberry-flavored Pinot Noir.
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Fawn Creek Winery
3619 13th AveFawn Creek is a relaxing winery nestled in the forests of Dell Prairie. But on weekends our quiet neck-of-the-woods is transformed into the best music venue in Southwest Wisconsin! In addition to offering traditional semi-dry table reds and semi-sweet to sweet table whites, we have found a niche in fruit-flavored grape wines of a sweeter nature such as Granny's Gold, a Granny Smith-apple-flavored Riesling, and Razz Prairie, a raspberry-flavored Pinot Noir.
Wollersheim Winery is located on a scenic hillside across the Wisconsin River from Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin. Created in the 1840s, Wollersheim Winery has developed into a leader in the Midwestern wine industry, winning numerous awards throughout its storied history.
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Wollersheim Winery & Distillery
7876 WI-188Wollersheim Winery is located on a scenic hillside across the Wisconsin River from Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin. Created in the 1840s, Wollersheim Winery has developed into a leader in the Midwestern wine industry, winning numerous awards throughout its storied history.
Sightseeing
The Elroy Historical Society Museum
259 Main Street PO Box 35
Hours: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Open Memorial Day through Labor Day. (or by appointment)
Come step into Elroy's past, when it was a bustling railroad town. There are many photographs of the era which just ended in the early 60's. Elroy was once home to a turnstile and roundhouse, located where the commons is today. There's even a working model railroad, fun for the young at heart.
Elroy Area Historical Society Membership: Adult - $5 Student - $3 Life - $100
Elroy Historical Society Museum
259 Main StThe Elroy Historical Society Museum
259 Main Street PO Box 35
Hours: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Open Memorial Day through Labor Day. (or by appointment)
Come step into Elroy's past, when it was a bustling railroad town. There are many photographs of the era which just ended in the early 60's. Elroy was once home to a turnstile and roundhouse, located where the commons is today. There's even a working model railroad, fun for the young at heart.
Elroy Area Historical Society Membership: Adult - $5 Student - $3 Life - $100
The Hillsboro Historical Museum, Log Cabin, replica one-room School House, and Antique Machinery Shed are located at Albert Field Memorial Park on Maple Street in the City of Hillsboro. Offering an abundant collection of historical pieces, artifacts, and publications, the Historical Society offers hours of entertainment and a true historical perspective of Hillsboro. The facility is open Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and by appointment. Call (608) 489-3594 or (608) 489-2516 or email hillsborohistory@gmail.com for more information.
Hillsboro Historical Society
678 Maple StreetThe Hillsboro Historical Museum, Log Cabin, replica one-room School House, and Antique Machinery Shed are located at Albert Field Memorial Park on Maple Street in the City of Hillsboro. Offering an abundant collection of historical pieces, artifacts, and publications, the Historical Society offers hours of entertainment and a true historical perspective of Hillsboro. The facility is open Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and by appointment. Call (608) 489-3594 or (608) 489-2516 or email hillsborohistory@gmail.com for more information.
Food scene
Hillsboro Brewing Company has a variety of beer, now more than 25! They are known for their beer, signature square pizzas, wings and burgers. The home of the brewery is a renovated 1914 building in Hillsboro that you need to see!
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Hillsboro Brewing Co.
206 E Madison StHillsboro Brewing Company has a variety of beer, now more than 25! They are known for their beer, signature square pizzas, wings and burgers. The home of the brewery is a renovated 1914 building in Hillsboro that you need to see!
Benders is a family restaurant located in Elroy with a focus on great food and service.
Bender's Family Restaurant
213 S Main StBenders is a family restaurant located in Elroy with a focus on great food and service.
Pets
Pet store located at 309 Railroad St, Wonewoc, WI 53968. Pet Supply carries a variety of items for a variety of pets. Visit https://pet-supply.business.site/ to learn more.
Pet Supply
309 Railroad StreetPet store located at 309 Railroad St, Wonewoc, WI 53968. Pet Supply carries a variety of items for a variety of pets. Visit https://pet-supply.business.site/ to learn more.
Consejos para la ciudad
Cómo moverse
Access to a personal vehicle is a must
There are no public transit options or community buses near Old Orchard Cabin.
No te lo pierdas
Road trip through Wisconsin's Driftless Area
Wisconsin's Driftless Area entails a large expanse of land that has breathtaking vistas, quaint towns, and beautiful apple orchards. No matter the season, taking advantage of a day trip (or two) through this area is absolutely worth your time!
Qué empacar
BYO drinking water & sheets + other suggestions!
There are fresh water containers at the cabin, but those are used for the off-grid sink systems and are not recommended for drinking. Please BYO drinking water. Bed sheets are available for a $5 fee, otherwise please BYO. We also recommend bringing a warm pair of slippers or socks to keep your feet toasty and a good pair of walking/hiking/biking shoes.
Viajar con niños
Quiet neighborhood, limited space/utilities & hot stove
We are delighted to host your child(ren) at Old Orchard Cabin and we want it to be a wonderful experience. Here are a few housekeeping items to be aware of:
* While staying we expect all guests (to include children) to respect quiet hours, our property, and the community. Age will not excuse disruptive or destructive behavior.
* The cabin is 430 sq. feet, does not have separate rooms, and there is no running water.
* The wood pellet stove becomes very hot while operating and is unprotected. Please take extreme caution with your child(ren) if you will use the stove!
Formas de ahorrar
Get outdoors!
You find yourself in a beautiful countryside with many recreational options and incredible sight-seeing. The easiest way to save is to get outdoors, breath deep, and enjoy!
Costumbres y cultura
COVID safety
In rural Wisconsin you can expect to encounter others who are not wearing a mask or keeping 6' or more distance between each other. Many stores, shops, gas stations and restaurants also do not enforce wearing of masks and social distancing. If you have concerns with this, we suggest bringing your own food and shopping or filling up with gas while near Madison (in Dane County).