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    Stevens Point Area Staycation

    Summer travel might look a bit differently this year, but there are still plenty of fun things to see and do in the Stevens Point Area. Make memories after crafting your perfect staycation or customize your perfect #StePoWknd for when the time is right! 

    Visit our resource page for information on local restaurants, events, attractions, and shops, as they begin to welcome locals and visitors back.

     

    Stevens Point Area Staycation Ideas

    Outdoor Fun

    With plenty of space to explore, you don't want to miss these spots for outdoor fun. From trails and parks to beautiful spots on the water, you'll find the perfect things to do in the Stevens Point Area. Learn more about Outdoor Fun.

    Kids Guide to the Green Circle
    Wednesday, July 3, 2019
    Top 10 Secluded Spots in the
    Wednesday, March 18, 2020
    Top 6 Swimming Spots for a
    Tuesday, June 16, 2020
    Guide to Outdoor Rentals
    Thursday, July 9, 2020
    Insiders Guide: Disc Golf in
    Wednesday, August 21, 2019
    Fishing In the Stevens Point
    Monday, July 22, 2019
    Natural Wonders in the Stevens
    Wednesday, August 22, 2018
    Top 4 Paddling Spots in the
    Friday, May 25, 2018

    Day on the Water

    Pack the cooler, launch the canoe, and hit the sandbars of the Wisconsin River with Ande, Alex and Mattie the pup, for a day on the water in the Stevens Point Area. Then, plan your perfect day on the water with the can't miss list. View More

    Local Food

    Feeling hungry? Whether you start your day at Wisconsin's oldest farmers market or prefer to grab take-out from a local restaurant to picnic with, there are lots of tasty spots waiting for you in the Stevens Point Area. Find more local food here.

    Best Patios for Outdoor Eats
    Tuesday, July 2, 2019
    The Stevens Point Area's Best
    Thursday, May 28, 2020
    Insta-Worthy Restaurants
    Thursday, May 30, 2019
    Tasty Spots Along the Green
    Thursday, June 20, 2019
    Best Spots for a Fish Fry to
    Thursday, April 30, 2020
    8 Places for Your Sweets Fix
    Monday, May 18, 2020
    Let's Get Started! Top
    Tuesday, February 25, 2020
    Best Breakfast Spots in the
    Thursday, February 6, 2020
    Which 'Wich? 6 Best Sandwiches
    Tuesday, November 12, 2019
    A Dozen of the Stevens Point
    Tuesday, January 29, 2019
    Snag a Slice
    Tuesday, October 16, 2018

    Cuisine & Community

    If you love Wisconsin and you love food, you will want to watch this video about all things delicious in the Stevens Point Area. Find the connection between food and our story. View More

    Say Cheese

    These photogenic spots are ready for their close up! From colorful murals (and the return of the TrashCANvas project) to the giant reconstruction of Aldo Leopold's Sand County Bench design in the Stevens Point Sculpture Park - head out to explore. 

    Insider's Guide: Sunsets in
    Thursday, July 2, 2020
    Spreading Joy One Rock at a
    Thursday, May 14, 2020
    Top 10 Insta-Worthy Locations
    Monday, May 6, 2019
    Public Art in Plain View
    Thursday, February 13, 2020
    Insider's Guide: Sculpture
    Wednesday, March 6, 2019
    The Murals of Downtown Stevens
    Tuesday, October 1, 2019

    Shop Local

    Find the best shopping in the Stevens Point Area, from small boutiques featuring locally made goods to outdoor gear to hit the water (or the trails), no matter the season. Find more about local makers here.

    Shop Local Guide to the
    Friday, November 15, 2019
    Shop From Home: Family
    Wednesday, April 22, 2020
    Shop From Home: Local Flavor
    Wednesday, April 22, 2020
    Shop From Home: Local Style
    Wednesday, April 22, 2020
    Shop From Home: Outdoor Gear
    Wednesday, April 22, 2020
    Insiders Guide: How to Shop
    Thursday, May 21, 2020

    Meet the Makers

    Meet the makers who help define the culture and community that define the Stevens Point Area. Through behind the scene access and interviews, join local makers on their personal journey of inspiration, creativity, and community. View More

    Craft Beverages

    No trip to the Stevens Point Area is complete without visiting the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective, with craft breweries, wineries, and a distillery. Learn more about who's open here and plan your trip to include a stop - or order up their tasty craft to enjoy at home.

    Two-Day Trip: Craft Collective
    Monday, October 14, 2019
    Cocktails in Place
    Friday, April 3, 2020
    Happy Hour from Home
    Friday, March 27, 2020
    Say Cheers! Top Spots for
    Tuesday, February 11, 2020
    A Spirited Look at Central
    Sunday, October 20, 2019
    Three to Try: Bloody Marys
    Friday, April 12, 2019
    Three to Try: Central Waters
    Sunday, October 6, 2019
    Three to Try: Great Northern
    Monday, May 20, 2019
    Three to Try: McZ's Brew Pub
    Thursday, March 14, 2019
    Three to Try: O'so Brewing
    Thursday, January 31, 2019
    Three to Try: Stevens Point
    Wednesday, September 25, 2019
    Three to Try: Sunset Point
    Thursday, August 15, 2019

    Two-Day Trip with the Craft Collective

    Call your friends, pack your bags, and head out for the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective. Join Zach and Jade as they check out the tasty sips for two days in the Stevens Point Area. View More

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    Want more? 

    Check out more fun things to see and do, including events, in the Stevens Point Area. Then, view the visitors guide online (or order a free copy) to start planning your perfect Stevens Point Area staycation!

    Join the fun!

    Want to join the fun? Send your photo, by including @stevenspointarea on Instagram, or using hashtag #StevensPointArea.

    Perfect Weekend Plans

    Tuesday, June 2, 2020

    We asked our Instagram and Facebook followers to help us decide what to include for the perfect #StePoWknd, in a week-long #StePo Showdown to help celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week. Check out the crowd-sourced results below,... View More