The Wausau area, located in the heart of Wisconsin and Marathon County, is full of color, art, and recreation. Be sure to check seasonal events with the chamber of commerce before your trip. Specific recreation information is also available on the City of Wausau web site. Meanwhile here are a few major points of interest in the area:
  • Cedar Creek Outlet Mall & Cinema
  • Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum
    • Birds in Art
    • Permanent Wildlife Art Exhibit
  • Rib Mountain State Park
    • Second highest point in Wisconsin
    • Ski Hill
    • Camp Grounds
    • Lookout Tower
    • Fall Colors
    • Hiking Trails
  • Marathon Park
  • Wausau Center Mall (Downtown Wausau)
  • Grand Theater
    • Top live performances all year
  • "Nine Mile" Cross country skiing & bike trail
  • Badger State Winter Games
  • Greenheck Fieldhouse events
  • Sylvan Hill skiing
  • Gus Maker Basketball Tourney
  • Wisconsin Woodchucks minor league baseball
  • Fall Colorama