50 Things to Do in the Lake Mills Area
  1. Bike the Glacial Drumlin Trail, one of Wisconsin’s best bicycle trails.
  2. Surprise your significant other with something shiny from Countryside Jewelry.
  3. Look for wetland bird species at Zeloski Marsh Unit within the Lake Mills Wildlife Area.
  4. Sip small-batch, hand crafted, award-winning wines at Lewis Station Winery.
  5. Satisfy your sweet tooth at James J. Chocolates.
  6. Step back in time with a visit to the Lake Mills Aztalan Historical Society Museum.
  7. Learn about ancient civilizations at Aztalan State Park.
  8. Canoe/kayak the Crawfish River.
  9. Complete your little one’s outfit with matching hair bows from Bugaboodles.
  10. Cheer on motocross racers at the Aztalan Cycle Club.
  11. Play with the kids at Wallace Park Playground, recently updated by the Lake Mills Rotary Club.
  12. Hit the links at the Lake Mills Golf Club.
  13. Pick up locally grown produce at the Wednesday Farmers Market.
  14. Take your canine companion hunting for pheasant at Milford Hills Hunt Club.
  15. Enjoy a classic Friday night fish fry at Crawfish Junction.
  16. Snowmobile the well-maintained and extensive trails.
  17. Catch fish, including Panfish, largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye on Rock Lake.
  18. Stay at Bartel’s Beach Cottage, located directly across from Bartel’s Beach.
  19. Have a picnic at Common’s Park, and get the fixings at the Lake Mills Market!
  20. Sled down the big hill to the east of Korth Pavilion at Korth Park.
  21. Grab a Chicago-style hot dog at Doyle’s Dogs.
  22. Catch a glimpse of dancing woodcocks at Madison Audubon’s Faville Grove Sanctuary.
  23. Sign up for a cooking/baking class at Water House Foods.
  24. Clear your mind and move your body at a Lake Mills Yoga Co-op class.
  25. Try Pickleball, a new paddle sport created for all ages and skills levels, at Rock Lake Activity Center.
  26. Overnight at the beautiful Fargo Mansion Inn, a Queen Anne Classic structure listed on both the national and state level registry of historic places.
  27. Bask in the sunshine at Bartel’s Beach.
  28. Rent a cabin on Woodland Beach Resort’s 7.5 acres of tree-lined shores.
  29. Have a custom canvas made at Wallflower Market.
  30. Find a vintage treasure for your home at The Corner Mercantile.
  31. Shop for clothing, accessories, and home décor at Ava’s, a posh boutique.
  32. Cool off on a hot day with Culver’s frozen custard.
  33. Swim in the cool waters at Sandy Beach.
  34. Make it a pizza night from Pizza Pit or Timber Creek Pizza.
  35. Watch the sunset—gorgeous colors anywhere in town!
  36. Listen to live bands and drink locally brewed beer in Tyranena Brewing Company’s beer garden.
  37. Shoot some hoops at Brookstone Park.
  38. Hike the mowed trails through Korth Park’s wildflower-filled prairie.
  39. Let your pooch run wild at the Jefferson County Dog Park.
  40. Find the locally created murals and art pieces in downtown Lake Mills.
  41. Rent bikes from The Hub Café and Pub.
  42. Take home one-of-kind, handmade pottery from Ephraim Pottery Studio.
  43. Relax and read at L.D. Fargo Public Library.
  44. Update your family photos with Joanna Niven Photography, Eli Wedel Photo & Design, or Tracy’s Photography.
  45. Go boating on Rock Lake—1365 acres of water to cruise!
  46. Try a new hair style at CV Hair Company or Denny’s Hair Styling.
  47. Walk the foot path that meanders along the shoreline and through the woods at Tyranena Park.
  48. Challenge friends to a game of softball or volleyball at Faville Park.
  49. Sample small batch, handcrafted, Belgian-inspired beer at Sunshine Brewing Company.
  50. Attend one of Lake Mills’ many events.