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If you've been looking for a fishing and boating par adise, your sear ch is over! Enjoy peaceful sur r oundings and friendl y ser vice while you spend time with your famil y and friends at LAKEVIEW RESORT!
May 10th - 24th & Sept 6th - Sept 27th
Additional 5% discount on WEEKLY cabin rentals
WATERCRAFTS FOR RE
2026 22’ TMC Pontoon 60
2025 22’ TMC Pontoon - 60
2024 22’ TMC Pontoon - 60
2023 22’ TMC Pontoon - 60
2022 22’ TMC Pontoon - 60HP
16’ Sea Nymph Boat - 60HP
16’ & 14’ Alum. Resort Boats
15 HP Outboard Motors
Pedal Boat, Kayaks & Tubes 30% Cabin Disc. May 2rd - 9th
AMENITIES
• Air Conditioning * • Reserved Dock Space
• Wireless Internet • Lakeside Patio
• Picnic Tables • Charcoal Grills
• Lakeside Fish-House • Playground
• Swimming Raft • Nearby Boat Ramp
• Lighted Fishing Docks • Fire Pits
*Subject to additional charge
The fun never ends at the Wolf’s Den
Wolf Den’s Weekly
Monday-Wednesdays
$3 domestic & 50 cents off all rail
Tuesday trivia 6pm
Wednesdays open mic night 6-9
Meat/cheese raffle 6-8
Thursday
Bogo 3pm - 7pm domestic and rail
Ticket Thursday drawing @ 7pm
Saturday
Bingo Oct 1st - March 2pm
Meat/cheese raffle 2nd and forth
Saturday
Sunday
$5 Bloody 10am -2pm
Live music every weekend
Feed The Future 5/1-5/3
Women’s Fishing Contest 5/3
Kid’s Fishing Rodeo 8/9
BBQ Cook off 9/12
Kid’s Trick or Treat 10/24
Turkey Bowl 11/21
Kid’s Christmas 12/12
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Welcome to Chetek!
Whether it’s your first time visiting our town, or you return to us annually, welcome to the City of Lakes... Chetek, Wisconsin!
Fishing, pontooning, kayaking, water skiing, canoeing – whatever your reason, and however you choose to navigate the Chain of Lakes, wonderful times and memories await you. In town, there are opportunities for shopping or picnicking at one of our beautiful city parks. Within a short drive, there are all kinds of opportunities for golfing, running, hiking, biking, cross country skiing, hunting and the like.
We don’t say that we have it all here, but if you’re looking for a place to unwind, relax, recharge your batteries and catch your second wind; we have that and then some! Enjoy your stay!
We’re hoping you like it so much you’ll come back!
Welcome to the City of Chetek from the Chetek Resort Owners Association and Chamber of Commerce
The Chetek Resort Owners’ Association and the Chetek Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome you to Chetek and the Big Six Chain of Lakes. Whether you’ve been here before, are visiting for the first time or are just considering the wonderful Chetek area, we are excited to share our community with you. With 40 member resorts and over 215 Chamber of Commerce members, Chetek offers a wide variety of options for you and your family.
Our Chain of Lakes covers over 3,800 surface acres with more than 68 miles of shoreline. We boast what many say are the best panfish they’ve ever eaten. The lakes have thriving populations of walleye, northern pike, large & smallmouth bass, bluegills, crappies, pumpkinseeds & perch.
The Chetek area offers a variety of amenities & activities for all ages including local parks, Hydroflites water ski shows, as well as numerous local shops & restaurants. We also host several community events (see pages 57-61) such as Liberty Fest, Water Mania, Taste of Chetek, Winter Fest and more. Many people just love Chetek’s relaxing lake life atmosphere whether it’s lounging on the shore or cruising in your boat.
We invite you to our state-of-the-art venue located on Lakeview Drive, for an amphitheater-like experience to view our shows on Lake Chetek. We are more than ready to entertain you with our weekly water ski shows, which are one of the best FREE entertainment events in the area.
Our full schedule can be found at www.hydroflites.com.
Jeff Martin, Mayor of Chetek
With 2,400 year-round residents, Chetek is a family oriented community. There is also a thriving population of seasonal residents, and we welcome our valued visitors throughout the year. Whether you’re visiting family, attending an event or making Chetek your home, we believe you will find warm, helpful & friendly people and an appreciative business community while spending time in the City of Lakes.
The members of the Chetek Resort Owners’ Association and the Chetek Chamber of Commerce are pleased to bring you this Visitor’s Guide featuring area attractions, local festivals, events, member resorts and nearby businesses that make Chetek a wonderful place. Without them, this book would not be possible. As you are looking for places to go, things to do or local services, please patronize these advertisers who - with you in mind - participated in the Visitor’s Guide. Their participation makes it possible to operate the Chetek Information Booth and Chamber events enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year.
Jennifer Blatz, President Chetek Resort Owners Association
Tammy Louis, President Chetek Chamber of Commerce
Come See For Yourself
HISTORY OF CHETEK
Chetek was first settled in 1863 and platted on Oct. 15, 1875, on land owned by Knapp, Stout & Co. and E. M. Sexton. Chetek was never incorporated as a village but became an incorporated city in 1891. At the time, Chetek was the first and only city in the United States to pass directly from a township system to a full-fledged city. It was also the smallest incorporated city in the United States, having a population then of only 531 people.
The origin of the name “Chetek” is mired
in controversy. From a variety of sources we are given several explanations as to how the name was derived. One historian says the name “Chetek,” which Ojibway Indians called “Sheetak,” means pelican, literally little pelican. This is to distinguish it from Big Chetac located farther north. Another theory says that the name was given by Knapp, Stout & Co. lumbermen for a Chippewa Indian Chief, whose name by various writers was spelled Chetek, Shetek, Shetack, Shetuc,
and Chetack, respectively, with the meaning being “between two rivers,” or confluence of rivers. In 1993, a theory presented itself claiming the origin of Chetek comes from the Ojibway word Tchitchag which is part of their high or spiritual language and means soul. Lands now under water due to the higher water levels resulting from the dam, were once sacred burial grounds for the native residents. The true origin of the name may forever be a mystery.
Museum
The Chetek Area Museum, operated by the Chetek Area Historical Society, is a membership-supported, nonprofit organization that promotes and interprets the history of the greater Chetek area of northwestern Wisconsin. In addition to its collection of artifacts, the museum hosts a variety of events during the year that teach local history.
The museum’s display rooms include Native American & Early Settlers, Lumber Industry, Farming, Resorts, Tourism, Local Businesses, Chetek Military Heritage & Local Heroes. The museum has a research room with numerous old plat books, high school yearbooks, over 50 volumes of The Chetek Alert newspaper, old community photographs, cemetery records and numerous other genealogical and historical documents. The gift shop in the museum has Chetek Boat T-shirts, hats and Chetek history books.
The museum is located in downtown Chetek, 728 Second Street, and is open June-July-August, Tuesday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Special tours can be arranged by calling 715-255-0482. New Spring and Fall hours can be found on the website. Admission is free.
The museum holds its annual Flower & Treasures Sale the first Saturday in June.
The museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and all donations are tax deductible.
www.chetekmuseum.org
Open to the Public
Basketball, Tennis and Pickleball Courts
Across from the Chetek Beach Pavillion
Find us on Facebook for the latest information Chetek Pickleball Club or https://cityofchetekwi.us/gotham-park-sports-facility/ Cathi Ellingson - 414-217-0232
The Chetek Hydroflites FREE water ski shows are Sundays throughout the summer. Please go to our website: hydroflites.com or our Facebook page to see our schedule for the summer of 2026. Pre-Show at 5:00 pm Main Show at 6:00 pm Ski Ya There! www.hydroflites.com
Well-maintained bent grass greens
“We are really proud of this golf course. It is bordered by a 26-acre lake to the west and the Chetek River to the south. Our bent grass greens are well kept and quick. We have 4 sets of tees ranging from 3000 yards to 1800 yards giving golfers of every level a great golf experience. Our staff is friendly and wants you to feel welcomed.”
Chetek Area Historical Society
728 Second Street, P.O. Box 317, Chetek, WI 54728 715-255-0482 | chetekmuseum@gmail.com
Open June-July-August
Tuesday–Saturday, 12:00–4:00 p.m.
See www.chetekmuseum.org for spring and fall hours. PLEASE CALL FOR GROUP TOURS!
COMING THIS SUMMER ...
May 23, 2026: Flowers & Treasures Sale at the museum parking lot
Monthly Board/Volunteer Meetings
Every Third Monday • 9:00 a.m. at chetek area museum, all are welcome !
Visit us on Facebook
OPEN: JUNE 4 – AUG. 30
THURSDAY, FRIDAY, & SUNDAY: 1 – 5 PM
SATURDAY: 10 AM – 5 PM
EXTENDED SEASON: SATURDAYS IN SEPTEMBER: 1– 5 PM, PLUS SPECIAL EVENTS
Explore this historical village and exhibit buildings. -2026 Schedule-
Aquafest Flea Market - June 6
Ladies’ History Luncheon- June 20
Quilt Show & Strawberry Fest - June 27 & 28
Pioneer Heritage Days - July 11 & 12
Red Cedar Rendezvous - July 31-Aug. 2
Past Reflection’s Car Show - Aug. 8
Ol’ Time Fair - Aug. 15 & 16
Vintage Baseball - Aug. 16
Native American Heritage Day - June 22
Bluegrass Festival - Sept. 11-13 (20th Anniversary)
PIONEER VILLAGE MUSEUM
715-458-2080 · 1866 13 ½-14th Ave · Cameron WI
www.pioneervillagemuseum.org
Check website for more information and updates.
Veteran’s Picnic - Sept. 20
Fall Harvest Festival - Oct. 3
Christmas in the Village - Dec. 11 & 12
Chetek Chamber of Commerce Members
LOCATION & CONTACT INFO
208 Tavern
208 Knapp St,. Chetek, WI 54728 715-790-1041
A Second Wind Resale
813 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-237-2333
Trail Head Adventure Off Road Rentals
315 W. Knapp St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-736-3636
A Twist of Lemon
117 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-4877
ABC Truss PO Box 133, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4867
Affordable Ravenswood Resort 951 23 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3247
American Legion Auxillary unit 179 715-554-2589
AmVets Chetek, WI 54728
Angela Kahl/One Kahl Realty/ Keller Williams Realty Diversified PO Box 132, Chetek, WI, 54728 715-505-6766
Ansay and Associates Insurance 310 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3410
Auto Value
823 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4864
Back of the Moon Campground Cameron, WI 54822 651-238-7353
Bad Boy Lawn Care
314 S. 1st St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-475-5309
Barron County Overhead Doors 1179 25th St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-931-7924
Barron Electric Cooperative 1434 State Hwy 25 N, Barron, WI 54812 715-537-3171
Blackjack Towing 672 Railroad Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2500
Blackstone Asphalt of Wisconsin, LLC 1522 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-933-1183
Blatz Custom Creation 804 26th St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4515
BlueHills Sportman’s Club
1604 23 24 1/2 St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-933-0125
Bridge Stop 330 W. Main St., New Auburn, WI 54757 715-829-6952
Brions Smokehouse Deli 909 W. Main St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2305
Buck N Beams Campground 1277 20th St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2990
Burnham-Ours Funeral Home LLC
206 Schofield St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4101
Bushy’s Meat Market 23732 Washington St., Independence, WI 54747
715-985-3613
Cabin Fever Dock Service
506 24th St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-418-3427
Caddy Shack
1017 25 25 1/4 Cameron, WI 54722 715-764-1086
Calhoun Memorial Library 321 Moore St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3195
Carpe Diem
124 Douglas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4030
Chain of Lakes Chiropractic 112 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54729 715-924-3510
Chetek Area Historical Society/ Museum 728 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-255-0482
Chetek Area Landscape LLC
313 Water St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-642-0470
Chetek ATV Cruisers
Chetek, WI 54728
Chetek Auto Body 419 Railroad Ave., Chetek, WI 54729
715-924-2431
Chetek Cafe & Meat Shop
505 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-2244
Chetek Family Laundry
619 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-214-5749
Chetek Farmers Market At the Pine Lodge 2420 6 1/4 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-205-4641
Chetek Hydroflites 728 Lakeview Dr., Chetek, WI 54728 715-205-8095
Chetek Lakes Protection Association Chetek, WI 54728
715-790-9974
Chetek Lanes Event Center 695 County Hwy SS, Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-3227
Chetek Lions Chetek, WI 54728
Chetek Pickleball Club City Park Drive, Chetek, WI 54728
402-968-6470
Chetek Public Arts League, Inc. Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-3062 chetekarts@gmail.com
Chetek River Campground 590 24th St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2440
Chetek TNC Electric 694 County Rd I, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4750
Cameron Veterinary Clinic 2049 15th Ave., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-3301
Chetek Weyerhaeuser School District 1001 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2226
Christie Mountain W13755 County Rd O, Bruce, WI 54819 715-868-7800
Citizens Connected 328 W. Main St., New Auburn, WI 54757 715-237-2605
City of Chetek 220 Stout St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4838
City of Chetek Dog Park 401 City Park Dr., Chetek, WI 54728
CJ Connor and Friends Art Gallery 218 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-0916
Clarity Advanced Accounting 715-455-2117
Clifton Larson Allen 3402 Oakwood Mall Dr. Suite 100 Eau Claire, WI 54701 715-852-1130
Coldwell Banker 237 S. Main St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-5010
Community Bank of Cameron 101 W. Main St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2513
Connexus 1502 Hwy Blvd N, Chetek WI 54728 715-679-9733
Core Products International 1505 Parker Dr., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4525
CountyLoop.com 715-415-9916
Crimson Hue Resort 804 26th St., Chetek, WI 54728-5827 715-924-4515
Crimson Hue Too 802 26th St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4515
Crown Cabinetry 121 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-578-4001
Cunningham Realty Group Chetek, WI 54728 715-296-7557
Curtie Cares Inc 1118 18th Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-568-2211
Dairy Queen 727 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3694
Dairyland Agency
887 County Hwy. SS, Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-5010
Dig-it
Chetek, WI 54728
715-764-2727
DM Design/ Where the Heck is Chetek New Auburn, WI 54757 715-271-3796
Dock Dog Realty Chetek, WI 54728
715-858-7202/920-442-0243
Dock Side Cabins
853 25 3/8 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-205-4164
DR Louis Construction LLC Chetek, WI 54728 715-651-6437
Eagle Services
212 S. Main St., Ste. 2, Rice Lake, WI 54768
715-822-8113
Echo Bay
2386 9th Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3266
Edgewood Bakeshop
608 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-642-0730
Edward Jones
309 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2057
Elite Market
1422 Hwy. Blvd N, Chetek, WI 54728 915-867-6977
Embrace Services
12 West Marshal St Suite 105, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-532-6976
End Game Mini Golf and Claw Arcade
2900 S. Main St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-418-6612
Fire and Ice Heating and Air Conditioning
806 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-642-2453
Fire Away Roadhouse and Rest Camp 1190 25th St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-6556
Fish Window Cleaning Eau Claire, WI 54701 715-833-1773
Flirty Gardens
965 Hwy. SS, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3127
Floods Island
641 26 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-552-1710
Fost Bites Pub 214 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2337
Foundations Pediatric & Family Chiropractic
600 1st St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-2998
Funny Farm
885 24 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-416-1210
General Beer Northwest Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 715-720-2600
Giff’s POP A TOP W16214 Hwy. 8, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-353-2000
Gilligan’s 2542 8 1/4 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-3105
Green Leaf Farms 906 24 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-764-1218
Hair Ect. By Stace 124 Douglas St., Chetek, WI 54728
763-498-4143
Healthy Pets Animal Hospital Of Chetek 941 24 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6650
Herman Advanced Family Eyecare 717 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3660
Hitt’s Wildwood Resort 865 23 3/4 St., Chetek, WI 54728-9783 715-924-3259
Hope & Anchor Coffeehouse 526 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-5282
Horton’s True Value Hardware
303 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728-0141 715-924-3692
Hospital Maintenance Conslt Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-1298
It’s My Lucky Day Unique Boutique 525 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-925-1144
Jen’s Choppin Block
210 West Dallas St., Dallas, WI 54733
715-837-1416
Jerry’s Tree Service 593 23rd St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-4707
JH Dock and LIft Service
980 24 1/2 St, Chetek, WI 54728 715-205-8083
Joe’s B & B Bar & Grill
516 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-3603
K&L Prop Repair
2539 23rd Ave/Hwy 48 E Rice Lake, WI 54868
715-205-0541
Kahl’s Northland Resort
784 26th St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-3214
Keepers of Your Cabin Chetek, WI 54728
715-642-4642
Keg N Kork 120 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-4894
Kingfisher Resort
642 26 1/2 St., New Auburn, WI 54757
715-933-4064
KJ’s Fresh Market
719 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-764-1009
Klay’s Happy Days
2618 7 1/4 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-3813
KM Properties - Vacation & Pontoon Rentals 134 Lakeview Dr., Chetek, WI 54728 715-255-0828
Kwik Trip
Kurshner’s Super Premium Ice Cream 608 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728
324 Second St., Chetek WI 54728 715-924-2020
Lake Country Marina 101 Banks St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3318
Lake Country Marina Outlet 806 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-1066
Lake Country Tool & Design 1002 W. Center St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3009
Lake Country Small Engine Repair 910 S. Main St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-736-7120
Lakeshore Dock & Lift 853 25 3/8 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-205-4164
Lakeside Cantina 840 25 5/8 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-1212
Lakeview Resort 2395 9th St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3265
Lakewood Promotions & Appareal Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4690
Lamperts 617 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4803
Lazy Acres Resort 2679 7 1/2 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-3165
Lazy Moose Resort 2740 7th Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-523-3893
Leitch-McSorley Insurance Agency 529 2nd St., Hudson, WI 54016 715-386-7112
Lehman’s Supper Club 2911 S Main St., Rice Lake, WI 54848 715-234-2428
Lukowitz Insurance 887A 23 15/16 St., Chetek, WI 54728
Lured Inn N1211 Potatoe Lake Rd., Chetek, WI 54728 715-353-2725
Mel’s Lakeshore Resort 1017 County Hwy. M, Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-2916
Masonic Lodge 216 Morrison St., Chetek, WI 54728
Mayo Clinic Health Systems 220 Douglas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4811
Meadowbrook at Chetek 725 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4891
Midwest Dental 708 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728-9120 715-924-4851
Moberg Electric 1763 20 1/2 St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-7961
Morning Side Resorts
881 25 3/8 St., Chetek, WI 54728-5824 715-924-3157
Mosaic Technologies 401 1st St., Cameron, WI 54822-0664 715-458-5400
Motzers County Line Farm Chetek, WI 54728 715-867-5804
Mystic Beauty Studio LLC
108 Douglas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-1046
Nicolet National Bank
612 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4851
Northern Exposure
1075 24 1/4 St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-2887
Northwest Roofing Co 150 Kleve Rd., Chetek, WI 54728-0145 715-924-3644
Northwoods Best Inn
115 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4888
Northwoods Propane 2477 16th St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-236-7718
Northwoods Property Care Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-4428
Off R Rockers
324 Douglas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-2061
Ohde Pharmacy 628 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728-0127 715-924-3592
Orange Impressions, LLC 452 22 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-350-8001
Outers Resort/ Wood Duck Cove 1748 Pinewood Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 608-778-1904
Parker-Hannifin Quick Coupling 1718 Parker Dr., Chetek, WI 54728-7932 715-829-2111
Pelicans Candy Corner and Gift Shoppe 510 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-559 4870
Phill’s Bar and Grill 519 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-7445
Pinecrest Golf Course
1718 Parker Dr., Dallas, WI 54728 715-837-4121
Pioneer Village Museum 1866 13 1/2-14th Ave., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2080
Point of Renewal Integrated Health 610 West Ave., Suite A2, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-296-7467
Pro Powder
3305 S. Main St., Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-651-2529
Prorock Septic Weyerhaeuser, WI 54895 715-353-2239
Ranch Brand
210 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-651-1223
Red Cedar Electric
1113 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2627
Red’s 121 Lakeshore Dr., Chetek, WI 54728-0538 715-924-3100
Rice Lake Tourism Rice Lake, WI 54868
715-234-8888
Rod & Gun Sport Shop
513 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728-0094
715-924-4181
S & R Towing LLC
420 N. 13th St., Cameron, WI 54822
715-458-2119
Sassy’s Bar
512 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-925-7000
Sather Family Dental
912 24 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-925-4545
Schmidt Construction
658 25th St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-260-4043
Shady Grove Resort 1093 22 3/4 St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-3141
Side Kick Social 1478 16th, Barron, WI 54812 715-418-9799
Signature Realty By Propety Executives
Realty Chetek, WI 54728
715-642-1491
Sioux Creek Golf Course
568 23rd St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-3139
Six Lakes Realty
424 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728-0045
715-924-4806
Six Lakes Resort & Campground 2535 8 7/8, Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-3680
Spruced up Property Services Chetek, WI 54728
715-642-4995
State Farm Insurance
217 Dallas St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-4878
Sterling Bank
427 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728-0106 715-924-4817
Stitching Sisters PO Box 3, Bloomer, WI 54724
Stout Construction 665 25th St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-925-7777
St. Bonaface Catholic Church 419 3rd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-637-3255
Summer Haven Resort 1106 24 3/4 St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-859-2918
Sunny Pines
810 25 1/8 St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-764-1271
Sunrise Resort 972 23 1/2 St., Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-3212
Sunset View Golf & Back Nine Campground 1011 25 25 1/4 St., Chetek, WI 54728-7907
Synergy 302 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4835
The Chetek Alert Inc 312 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728-0005 715-924-4118
The Getaway Golf Club 1015 25 25 1/4 St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-859-6311
Rei of Sunshine
610 West Ave., Suite A, Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-296-7467
715-859-6311
Sweetwater Sanitation 660 Railroad Ave., Chetek, WI 54728-0171
715-924-4123
Swift Sanitation 22864 County Q, New Auburn, WI 54757
877-959-2783
The Grand Pokegama Estate Chetek, WI 54728 715-651-8291
The Log Cottage Chetek, WI 54728 715-237-2553
The Milkhouse 2825 7th Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 612-437-2239
The Mill 646 Banks St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-790-0491
The Narrows Oasis Resort LLC W15010 County Rd. D, Chetek, WI 54728 715-353-3219
The Pine Lodge 2420 6 1/4 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-2370
Time & Again 606 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728-0421 715-924-4000
True North Financial 210 2nd St. Suite A, Chetek, WI 54728 715-265-2209
Uncorked 120 Knapp St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-3934
Vinopal Abstract and Title 1030 Regis Court, Eau Claire, WI 54701 715-831-0880
Walleyes For Chetek Chetek, WI 54728 715-642-3059
Watersmeet Resort 2623 7th Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4674
Weyerhaeuser Community Club Weyerhaeuser, WI 54895 715-790-3555
Whimsical Wares 526 2nd St., Chetek, WI 54728 715-925-2000
Whiskey Way 697 County Hwy. SS, Chetek, WI 54728 715-924-4547
The Digital Millenial 2058 1/2 Ave., Chetek, WI 54728 715-764-9383
Wilkerson’s Boondocking Mobile RV Repair 900 3rd Ave., East, Durand, WI 54736 715-225-8554
WJMC/WAQE/FOX 99 Radio Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-9059
Wolf’s Den RV Campground Resort & Tavern 1296 21 3/4 St., Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2032
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Community Contacts
Chetek Resort Owners Association - Members & Amenities
Chetek Resort Owners Association - Members & Amenities
Resorts
1. Affordable Ravenswood Resort
951 23-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
20. Outers Resort
Eugene & JoAnne Woolever 715-924-3247
www.ravenswoodresort.com
1748 PinEwood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
2. Beautiful Shorewood Resort
Jamie & Robyn Reuter 608-778-1904
216 Lakeview Dr Chetek, WI 54728
www.outersresort.com
Rick & Jan Purintun 715-642-0871
www.shorewoodresortchetek.com
21. Shady Grove Resort
3. The Cabin
1093 22-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
774 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Joel & Dawn Stocker 715-924-3141
Paul Newman 715-642-1654
www.shadygroveresort.net
www.thecabinchetek.com
4. Crimson Hue Resort
804 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728
22. Silver Birch Inn & Co=age 2608A 7 1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
Matt & Jennifer Blatz 715-924-4515
www.crimsonhue.com
Dennis Knutson 715-559-1026 715-559-5864 www.silverbirchinn.com
5. Dockside Cabins
23. Six Lakes Resort & Rv Park
853 25 3/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Aaron & Carrie Amudson 715-205-4164
2535 8-7/547288 Avenue, Chetek, WI
www.docksidecabins.net
Josh & Lisa Heidemann 715-924-3680
6. Echo Bay Resort
www.sixlakesresort.com
2386 9th Ave, Chetek, WI 54728
Rob & Dianne Amys 715-924-3266
24. Summer Haven Resort
www.echobaychetek.com
1106 24-3/4, Cameron, WI 54822
7. Flood's Island
641 26 1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Charli 715-456-0901
Eric & Ann Marie McNabb 715-859-2918 www.summerhavenchetek.weebly.com
www.chetek.floodsisland.com
25. Sunny Pines Resort
8. Gilligans Lakeside Lodging
810 25 1/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
2542 8 1/4 Ave. Chetek, WI 54728
Tony & Sherry Malsom 715-924-3181
Ryan & Karen Ludemann 715-764-1271
www.gilliganschetek.com
www.sunnypinesresortwi.com
9. Hitt's Wildwood Resort
26. Sunrise Resort
2623 7th Ave. Chetek, WI 54728
Mike & Jenny Hitt 715-924-3259
973 23-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Todd & Mona 715-924-3212
www.wildwoodchetek@gmail.com
10. Kahl's Northland Resort
www.sunriseresortchetek.com
784 26th Street, Chetek, WI 54728
27. Watersmeet Resort
Angela & Jerrad Kahl 715-924-3214
2623 7th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
www.KNRChetek.com
11. Kingfisher Resort
Ben & Tricia Nelson 715-308-3260
On Ten Mile Lake, Chetek
www.watersmeetresort.com
Chad & Shannon Leibfried 715-933-4064
www.kingfisher-resort.com
12. Klay's Happy Days Resort
2618 7 1/4 Ave, Chetek, WI 54728
28.Wolf's Den Rv Campground &Resort 1296 21 3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2032
www.wolfsdenrvresortbarandcampground.com
Lois Klay 715-642-0134 / 715-924-3813 www.KlaysHappyDays@gmail.com
13. Mel's Lakeshore Resort
29. Wood Duck Cove
1017 24 1/2-25th Street, Chetek, WI 54728
1734 Pinewood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
715-859-2916
Dave Howes 715-475-9921
www.lakeshoreresort@citizens-tel.net
www.woodduckcove.com
14. Lakeview Resort
2395 9th Ave, Chetek, WI 54728
Brock & Michelle Hamilton 715-924-3265
www.cheteklakeview.com
C1. Back Nine Campground
15. Lazy Acres Resort
2679 7 1/2 Ave, Chetek, WI 54728
1015 25-25 1/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Bill & Tara Blue 715-924-3165
Dave and Amy Hauser 715-859-6311
www.lazyacresresort.com
www.getawaygolfclub.com
16. The Log Cottage
C2. Back of the Moon Campground
863 25-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Mary Knutson 715-237-2553
1107 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822
mlknutson@citizens-tell.net
Jody Feiertag 651-238-7353
17. Morningside Resorts & RV
www.backoZhemooncampground.com
881 25-3/8th Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Mike & Becky Chlopek 715-924-3154
C3.Buck 'n Beams Campground
www.morningsideresorts.net
1277 20th Street, Cameron, WI 54822
715-458-2990
18. The Narrows Oasis Resort W15010 County Road D, Chetek, WI 54728
www.bucknbeams.com
www.narrowsresort.net
C4. Chetek River Campground
590 24th Street, Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-2440
19. Northern Exposure Resort & Campground 1075 Bronstad Beach Road, Chetek, WI 54728 Scott & Katy 715-764-9696
wwww.northernexposurechetek.com
www.chetekriver.com
C5. Fire Away Roadhouse and Rest Camp
1190 25th Street, Cameron, WI 54822
Shana & Randy 715-859-6556
www.fireawaywisco.com
C6. Lazy Moose 2740 7th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
715-828-9779
CHETEK CHAIN OF LAKES
LAKES MAP | RESORT LOCATIONS | FISHING INFORMATION
Chetek resort owners association MEMBERS | CONTACT INFO | LOCATION
26. Silver Birch Inn | 1-800-218-2036 or 715-559-1026 (cell)
27. Six Lakes Resort & RV Park | 715-924-3680
28. Summer Haven Resort | 715-859-2918
29. Sunny Pines Resort | 715-764-1271
30. Sunrise Resort | 715-924-3212
31. The Cabin|715-642-1654
32. The Log Cottage | 715-642-1640
33. The Narrows oasis resort |715-353-2019
34. Watersmeet Resort | 715-924-4674
35. Wolf’s Den | 715-458-2032
36. Wood Duck Cove | 715-475-9921
13. Hitt’s Wildwwod Resort |715-924-3259
14. Kahl’s Northland Resort |715-924-3214
15. Kingfisher Resort | 715-924-4937
16. Klay’s Happy Days Resort| 715-924-3813
17. Lakeview Resort | 715-924-3265
18. Lazy Acres Resort | 715-924-3165
19. Lazy Moose Resort | 715-828-9779
20. Lured In Resort & Campground | 715-353-2725
21. mel’s lakeshore Resort | 715-859-2916
22. Morningside Resorts | 715-924-3154
23. Northern Exposure Resort & Campground | 715-859-2887
24. Outers Resort | 715-924-3283
25. Shady Grove Resort | 715-924-3141
FISHING REGULATIONS
• Persons 16 years or older need a Wisconsin fishing license to fish in these waters.
• Motor trolling is permitted.
• Wisconsin law allows a maximum of three hooks, baits or lures per person (1990).
• It is unlawful to release unused bait fish (minnows) in our waters.
• It is unlawful to use live crayfish (crawdads) as bait.
Chetek Resort Owners Association | 1-800-2-CHETEK
1. Affordable Ravenswood Resort | 715-924-3247
2. Back of the Moon Campground | 651-238-7353
3. Back Nine Campground | 715-859-6311
4. Beautiful Shorewood Resort | 715-924-4351
5. Buck ‘n Beam’s Campground | 715-458-2990
6. Chetek River Campground | 715-924-2440
7. Crimson Hue Resort | 715-924-4515
8. Dockside Cabins | 715-205-4164
9. Echo Bay Resort | 715-924-3266 or 1-866-924-3266
10. Fire away roadhouse & rest Camp| 715-859-6556
11. Flood’s Island | 715-456-0901
12. Gilligans Get-A-Ways | 715-924-3181
GPS COORDINATES
Chetek Lake: 45.18.896/91.37.394 (2001); 45.19.112/91.37.476 (2002); 45.18.839/91.38.308, 45.18.839/91.38.305, 45.18.834/91.38.331 (2006)
Ojaski Lake : 45.21.477/91.39.060, 45.21.467/91.39.061, 45.21.476/91.39.062 (2005); 45.21.477/91.39.060 (2006)
Pokegama Lake : 45.20.288/91.37.936, 45.20.205/91.37.720 (2002), 45.20.020/91.37.777 (2003), 45.20.409/91.37.653 (2008)
Prairie Lake: 45.20.972/91.40.449 (2002), 45.20.410/91.40.046, 45.20.422/91.40.052, 45.20.432/91.40.057, 45.20.445/91.40.072 (2007); 45.20.813/91.40.098 (2008); 45.22.784/91.42.302 (2011); 45.19.614/091.31.577 (2012).
Chetek Resort Owners Association - Members & Amenities
Chetek Resort Owners Association - Members & Amenities
Resorts
20. Outers Resort
20. Outers Resort
1748 PinEwood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
1748 PinEwood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
Jamie & Robyn Reuter 608-778-1904
Jamie & Robyn Reuter 608-778-1904
www.outersresort.com
www.outersresort.com
21. Shady Grove Resort
21. Shady Grove Resort
1093 22-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
1093 22-3/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Joel & Dawn Stocker 715-924-3141
www.shadygroveresort.net
Joel & Dawn Stocker 715-924-3141
22. Silver Birch Inn & Co=age
www.shadygroveresort.net
2608A 7 1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
Dennis Knutson 715-559-1026 715-559-5864
www.silverbirchinn.com
22. Silver Birch Inn & Co=age 2608A 7 1/4 Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
23. Six Lakes Resort & Rv Park
2535 8-7/547288 Avenue, Chetek, WI
Josh & Lisa Heidemann 715-924-3680
Dennis Knutson 715-559-1026 715-559-5864 www.silverbirchinn.com
www.sixlakesresort.com
23. Six Lakes Resort & Rv Park
2535 8-7/547288 Avenue, Chetek, WI
24. Summer Haven Resort 1106 24-3/4, Cameron, WI 54822
Josh & Lisa Heidemann 715-924-3680
Eric & Ann Marie McNabb 715-859-2918
www.summerhavenchetek.weebly.com
25. Sunny Pines Resort 810 25 1/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
DB
CR www.sixlakesresort.com
24. Summer Haven Resort 1106 24-3/4, Cameron, WI 54822
Ryan & Karen Ludemann 715-764-1271
www.sunnypinesresortwi.com
26. Sunrise Resort 973 23-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Eric & Ann Marie McNabb 715-859-2918 www.summerhavenchetek.weebly.com
25. Sunny Pines Resort
Todd & Mona 715-924-3212
www.sunriseresortchetek.com
810 25 1/8 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
27. Watersmeet Resort
Ryan & Karen Ludemann 715-764-1271
2623 7th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
CH www.sunnypinesresortwi.com
CR
26. Sunrise Resort
Ben & Tricia Nelson 715-308-3260 www.watersmeetresort.com
973 23-1/2 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Todd & Mona 715-924-3212 CH
28.Wolf's Den Rv Campground &Resort 1296 21 3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2032
www.sunriseresortchetek.com CR
www.wolfsdenrvresortbarandcampground.com
27. Watersmeet Resort
29. Wood Duck Cove CA 1734 Pinewood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
2623 7th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
Dave Howes 715-475-9921
Ben & Tricia Nelson 715-308-3260
www.woodduckcove.com
www.watersmeetresort.com
C1. Back Nine Campground
1015 25-25 1/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
Dave and Amy Hauser 715-859-6311
28.Wolf's Den Rv Campground &Resort 1296 21 3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822 715-458-2032
www.getawaygolfclub.com
www.wolfsdenrvresortbarandcampground.com
29. Wood Duck Cove
C2. Back of the Moon Campground 1107 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822
Jody Feiertag 651-238-7353
CA 1734 Pinewood Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 CH
www.backoZhemooncampground.com
Dave Howes 715-475-9921
C3.Buck 'n Beams Campground
1277 20th Street, Cameron, WI 54822
www.woodduckcove.com
715-458-2990
DB
Campgrounds
www.bucknbeams.com
C4. Chetek River Campground
C1. Back Nine Campground
590 24th Street, Chetek, WI 54728
1015 25-25 1/4 Street, Chetek, WI 54728
715-924-2440
www.chetekriver.com
Dave and Amy Hauser 715-859-6311 CH
C5. Fire Away Roadhouse and Rest Camp
www.getawaygolfclub.com
1190 25th Street, Cameron, WI 54822
Shana & Randy 715-859-6556
www.fireawaywisco.com
C2. Back of the Moon Campground 1107 24-3/4 Street, Cameron, WI 54822
Jody Feiertag 651-238-7353 www.backoZhemooncampground.com
C3.Buck 'n Beams Campground
C6. Lazy Moose 2740 7th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728 715-828-9779 info@lazymoose.com
C7. Lured Inn Resort & Campground
1277 20th Street, Cameron, WI 54822
N1211 Potato Lake Road, Chetek, WI 54728
715-458-2990
715-353-2725
www.bucknbeams.com
www.luredinresort.com
C4. Chetek River Campground
590 24th Street, Chetek, WI 54728
C8. Myron Park E8904 County Trunk I, Chetek, WI, 54728 715-658-1726
715-924-2440
www.co.dunn.wi.us/myranpark
www.chetekriver.com
AmeniWes Key:
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C5. Fire Away Roadhouse and Rest Camp
1190 25th Street, Cameron, WI 54822
Shana & Randy 715-859-6556
www.fireawaywisco.com
C6. Lazy Moose 2740 7th Avenue, Chetek, WI 54728
715-828-9779
BIG SIX CHAIN OF LAKES
Chetek, the City of Lakes, is located in northwestern Wisconsin on the Big Six Chain of Lakes — but how many other details of these bodies of water and the land surrounding them is well known?
Did you know that these six lakes — Chetek, Prairie, Pokegama, Moose Ear, Ten Mile and Ojaski — cover 3,800 surface acres. The smallest, Moose Ear Lake, covers 33.6 surface acres, Lake Chetek, covers just 683 surface acres, while Prairie Lake has 1,545 surface acres. Lake Chetek is the deepest lake, with a maximum depth of 22 feet.
Fish populations in these lakes include Northern Pike, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Black Crappies, Pumpkinseeds, Perch, Bullheads, Rock Bass and White Suckers.
MOOSE EAR LAKE
On the lower part of Moose Ear Creek, this lake has 33.6 surface acres with a maximum depth of just 6 feet, and has a warm water fish population. An intermittent stream from Couderay Lake and a spring feeder from a pond also supply water to the stream. A 150-acre wetland adjoining the stream near Moose Ear Lake provides habitat for muskrats and nesting puddle ducks.
CHETEK LAKE
With a maximum depth of 22 feet, Chetek Lake has a total of 683 surface acres. It is a recreational lake and is surrounded on most of its area by permanent residences, summer homes, resorts, and the City of Chetek. The city operates a public swimming beach during the summer months and a large public boat landing is located near the Southworth Municipal Airport on Lakeview Drive. Lake Chetek is also the site of the Hydroflites Water Ski Team’s shows, which are held throughout the summer from their property located adjacent to the boat landing on Lakeview Drive.
TEN MILE LAKE
This lake at the southern most point of the Chain has a depth of 10 feet and 393 surface acres. This lake is also a soft water drainage impoundment in the Chetek Lake Chain. Muskrats, nesting mallards and wood ducks use the 27 acres of lake edge wetlands.
OJASKI LAKE
Located in the Town of Chetek, Ojaski Lake (also known locally as Mud Lake) covers 567.1 surface acres and has a maximum depth of 15 feet. Pokegama Creek, which flows into Ojaski Lake from the north, provides a spawning area for northern and walleye. Located in a farming area, the lake is surrounded by upland hardwoods. white pine and cultivated farmland. About three acres of
marsh wetlands on the northeast shore provide habitat for muskrats, nesting mallards, teal and wood ducks.
POKEGAMA LAKE
With 494 surface acres and a maximum depth of 19 feet, Pokegama Lake is a very popular fishing lake. A soft water drainage lake in the Chetek Chain between Ojaski Lake and Lake Chetek, the immediate lakeshore vegetation is pine and hardwood with the exception of several marsh-edged bays. These marshes provide habitat for muskrats and puddle ducks. Keep your eyes peeled when cruising along the shorelines as deer and other wildlife come down to get a drink of water. Another sight becoming more common each year are Bald Eagles soaring above the lakes, catching fish to feed themselves and their young.
PRAIRIE LAKE
With 1,545 surface acres, Prairie Lake is the largest lake in the Chetek Lake Chain with a maximum depth of 16 feet. A soft water drainage lake, the lake level is maintained by the dam on Lake Chetek, which controls the water levels on the Chetek Chain, and the fish species consist of all those named previously. The lakeshore is predominantly upland hardwoods and pine, and three acres of marsh edge along the lake provide habitat for muskrats, nesting ducks. Coot and Canada geese also use the lake during spring and fall migratory periods. The haunting call of the loon can be heard during the early and late migration times. It is in these waters that the famous floating islands originated, moving from time to time to different locations. The lake runs from the north side of Chetek northward, almost to Cameron and Highway 8. While much of the shoreline is developed with residential homes, cabins and resorts; there is still a large portion of the lake that remains wild, offering natural settings for fishing along the banks of the lake.
GAME FISH & PANFISH OF THE NORTHWOODS
Bluegill (Lepomis macroschirus)
• Prefers warm, shallow waters under cover of weed beds and submerged brush, usually found in 4 to 6 feet of water, but in deeper water during warm, summer days & winter months
• Diet includes algae, aquatic vegetation, zooplankton, insect larvae, insects, fish eggs, worms and small minnows/fish
• Average length in Chetek Chain is 7 to 9 inches
crappie (Poxoxis annularis/nigromaculatus)
• Found in open water and places with submerged stumps/logs, rock ledges and areas with some aquatic vegetation reaching above the surface and found in shallow water May–July when spawning and suspended in deeper water around 8-15 feet of water in other months
• Diet includes zooplankton, insect larvae, insects, worms, leeches, minnows and immature fish
• Average length in Chetek Chain is 7 to 11 inches
Yellow Perch (Perca flavescens)
• Primarily bottom feeders in dawn and dusk with a slow, deliberate bite—they are a schooling fish, like walleyes
• Will eat almost anything, but prefers minnows, insect larvae, plankton and worms
• Spawning occurs shortly after ice-out in late April or May at water temperatures of 45–52 degrees
• Average length in the Chetek Chain is 8–12 inches
White Bass (Morone chrysops)
• Although believed by some to be an invasive species to the Chetek Chain, it is a native fish within the Red Cedar Watershed.
• Population has increased in recent years; anglers reporting more harvests
• Length in Chetek Chain ranges from 3–16 inches
Smallmouth Bass (Micropterus dolomieu)
• Found in warm, shallow and weedy areas and also around structure, weed lines and underwater points. Depth varies from 2 feet of water to 15 feet.
• Feed by sight and hunt for their food by ambushing unwary prey from behind logs, below boat docks and at weed lines that drop into deeper water. They eat insects, worms, leeches, suckers, shiners, shad, frogs and fish under 12 inches in size.
• Average length in Chetek Chain is 14 to 17 inches
walleye (Sander vitreus)
• Generally dawn and dusk are the feeding times for this light sensitive fish—they are a schooling fish, and like the perch, can be found within a few feet of the bottom near rock bars, drop offs and underwater points
• Feed primarily on minnows and other small fish, but will eat insects, leeches and worms
• Average length in Chetek Chain is 14 to 22 inches
northern pike (Esox lucius)
• Can be found in virtually all water depths throughout the year
• Prefer shallow, cool water with extensive weeds/weed lines
• As lake waters warm, they often seek cooler waters near inlets streams and springs
• Average length in Chetek Chain is 24 to 32 inches 8 6 1
• A voracious feeder that finds most fish and creatures—even ducks, squirrels and sandpipers are fair game—feed primarily on suckers, shiners, shad and fish 18 inches or under.
• New dock and lift sales
• Installation and takeout
• Old dock removal
• Dock repair
JH Dock and Lift Services
715-205-8083
CHETEK LIONS SERVE OUR COMMUNITY and surrounding areas by offering disaster assistance, donating to and creating local projects, helping community members in need, and having fundraisers.
CHETEK LIONS SERVE OUR STATE through vision screening, eyeglass recycling, supporting the Wisconsin Lions Foundation, the Wisconsin Lions Eye Bank, the Wisconsin Lions Camp, and the Wisconsin Lions Missions.
CHETEK LIONS SERVE OUR WORLD by being members and supporting the Lions Clubs International and working at eyeglass mission sites in several countries.
Boating Laws/Safety Boating Laws/Safety
• Make sure you have enough life jackets for everyone on the boat.
• Children under 13 MUST wear a life jacket while on the boat.
• Everyone must be inside the railing of your pontoon while moving.
• Have operable boat lights - Always test boat lights before the boat leaves the dock and carry extra batteries.
• Emergency supplies - Keep on board in a floating pouch: cellphone, maps, flares and first aid kit.
• Never use drugs or alcohol before or during boat operation. Alcohol’s effects are greatly exaggerated by exposure to sun, glare, wind, noise and vibration.
No-Wake Rules
“SLOW NO-WAKE SPEED” means a speed at which a vessel moves as slowly as possible while still maintaining steerage control.
• No-wake 100 feet from shore or a swimmer
• No-wake 200 feet from shore or a swimmer while on a jet ski or PWC
• Slow down in the areas marked with “No-Wake” Buoys (there are areas on the Chetek Chain of Lakes marked with these)
You can find a complete list of rules and regulations at DNR.WI.GOV
Please follow the laws for everyone’s safety!
CHETEK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FESTIVALS & EVENTS
WINTER FEST FRIDAY & SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 & 28, 2026 NSSR Radar Run & Fun Run, kids activities, music, food and refreshments, Bikini Run - breast cancer fundraiser. Visit www.chetekwinterfest.org for more information.
CITYWIDE
GARAGE
SALES
FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MAY 22-23 AND SEPT. 4 & 5, 2026
Look for advertisements in The Chetek Alert for more information on the spring and fall citywide garage sales.
TASTE
OF CHETEK/DOWNTOWN OPEN HOUSE Monday, June 1, 2026
Check out our local businesses and enter to win a prize. Then stop at Taste of Chetek to try samples from many of our local restaurants and breweries!
MUSIC
IN THE PARK JUNE 11 & 25, JULY 9 & 23 AND AUG. 13 & 27, 2026
Music by local entertainers
WINE WALKS friday, JUNE 12 And FRIDAY, august 14, 2026 Chetek area businesses offer wine samples and extended hours for a fun downtown dining & shopping event!
LIBERTY
FEST thursday-sunday, july 2-5, 2026 Enjoy the Fourth of July celebration in Chetek with an array of activities for all ages including the Chamber of Commerce beach party; softball tournament, Independence Day parade, kids’ activities, movie night, craft show, car show, Hydroflites ski shows, and more! Visit www.cheteklibertyfest.org for more details!
BREW FEST JULY 11, 2026
Local and national breweries (and one winery), along with experts on the smokers, come together to offer beer tasting and rib sampling fun!
CRAZY DAYS friday & saturday, july 31 & aug.. 1, 2026 Sidewalk sales and indoor sales throughout the city of Chetek from early morning into the evening hours.
WATERMANIA saturday & Sunday, aug. 8 & 9, 2026
Join us for an action-packed weekend with Twin City Power Boat Association and the Chetek Hydroflites! Please check www.explorechetek.com for details.
HARVEST FEST Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 Craft show, flea market, farmers market, chili cookoff, pie contest, food, lawn tractor pull, money pile, and Boy Scouts’ chicken dinner—all in downtown Chetek!
WITCHES BREW & WARLOCKS TOO FRIDAY, OCT. 30, 2026
Chetek area businesses offer beer samples and extended hours for a fun downtown dining and
HALLOWEEN PARTY saturdAY, Oct. 31, 2026
At Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026
Support our awesome local businesses!
CHRISTMAS FOR KIDS Friday, Dec. 4, 2026
Presented by the Chetek Lions Club, and held at Gilligans
SANTA’S ARRIVAL & FAMILY FUN DAY Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 Free sleigh rides, hot dogs, hot chocolate, cookies, kids corner, shopping, Christmas tree lighting, visits with Santa and holiday parade! Fun for the whole family!
For more information and details on these events, contact the Chetek Chamber of Commerce
www.explorechetek.com
ARE THE SHOPS OF CHETEK, WI!
By supporting your small businesses in our area, you’re doing your part to help build a stronger local economy and community.
2026 Event Schedule
FISHING OPENER & SHOPPING WEEKEND
May 2 & 3
Wine Walk #1 Friday, JUNE 12
Wine Walk #2 FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
Witches BREW & WARLOCKS TOO October 30
Doe’s on the go november 21 & 22
Small Business Saturday November 28
Chetek US Out
Santa & holiday parade December 5
Chetek VFW
Chetek
Chetek VFW
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Auggie Land is a privately owned state-of-the-art dog park which was opened to the public in 2019.
Just a few of the amenities at Auggie Land are a covered pavilion with picnic tables, a separation for large and small dogs, on-site fresh water, on-site portable toilets, benches and waste receptacles throughout the entire park.
One of the popular attractions is the dog agility course located in the 80’x100’ heart which is filled with red rubber mulch. This big red heart also duplicates for a beautiful aerial view.
Auggie Land is a seasonal dog park with anticipated openings from May until November, Mother Nature pending Auggie Land is open from daylight to dark. It is located just north of Chetek on County Road M.
All free-will donations go to local dog related nonprofits on behalf of Auggie Land patrons.
DOG PARK
The City of Chetek Dog Park opened in August 2016 and is located at 401 City Park Drive. The park is three acres where your dog is free to run and play without a leash all year ‘round. There are open grassy and tree-shaded areas to enjoy the freedom. The park is divided into two sections: one section for small dogs only and the other section for all size dogs. Future improvements planned are walking trails, benches and a pavilion.
As a result of broad community support, the park is free to use for everyone! The land belongs to the City of Chetek. The park is supervised by a non-profit 501.3(c) organization and is maintained by volunteers. Volunteers are welcomed and opportunities to serve are available. Tax deductible donations can be mailed to PO Box 924, Chetek WI 54728 or made through our Facebook page. Contact the park about donations, volunteering or issues by email at chetekdogpark@gmail.com
2026 Schedule
Community and Senior Center
Join in weekdays for exercise, games and other activities. Stop by for a calendar.
Dining In-Lunch 11:30 am
Preorder at least by noon the day prior at 715-925-2600 and leave a message. (Additional Cost)
Soup & Salad Bar 2nd & 4th Fridays 11:00 am - 12:30 pm or while supplies last (Additional Cost)
AREA CHURCHES
ARLAND
FIRST LUTHERAN church
698 8th Avenue, Clayton 715-357-3709
BLOOMER
BLOOMER BAPTIST CHURCH 2620 Duncan Road, Bloomer 715-568-1979
CAMERON
FAITH LUTHERAN church
201 S. Fourth Street, Cameron 715-458-2788
LIVING WATER LUTHERAN church 411 N. First Street, Cameron 715-458-0121
St. John’s Lutheran Church
1115 W. Main Street, Cameron 715-458-2602
st. peter catholic church 1618 20th Street, Cameron 715-637-3255
GOOD SAMARITAN church 2058 15th Avenue, Cameron 715-234-4230
towering pines church
204 S. Ninth Street, Cameron 715-458-3500
CANTON
canton united methodist church 2408 15-3/8 Avenue, 715-234-3919
Chetek
Advent Christian Church 1204 Second Street, Chetek 715-924-4270
Chetek Lutheran Church (ELCA) 1419 Second Street, Chetek 715-924-4881
Chetek United Methodist Church 300 Stout Street, Chetek 715-924-4660
Christ Lutheran Church (AALC-USA) 1080 Meilahn Street, Chetek 715-924-2552
Faith Baptist Church 1475 Railroad Avenue, Chetek 715-924-3980
northside christian fellowship 2356 8-1/2 Avenue, Chetek 715-924-2471
Prairie Lake Covenant Church 1954 8th Avenue, Chetek 715-458-2636
St. Boniface Catholic Church 419 Third Street, Chetek 715-637-3255
The Refuge
724 Leonard Street, Chetek 715-924-2140
dallas Dallas Assembly of God 215 2nd Avenue North, Dallas 715-418-4218
Dallas LUTHERAN 101 E. Dallas Street, Dallas 715-837-1795
New Scandinavia Lutheran church
652 17-1/2 Street, Dallas 715-837-1041 new auburn
Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA) 148 East Pine Street, New Auburn 715-237-2228
island lake church of christ Hwy 40, Weyerhaeuser, WI 715-532-3743
New Auburn United Methodist 129 N. Central Street, New Auburn 715-237-2933
Dovre Lutheran Church (ELCA) 231 25-1/2 Street, New Auburn 715-237-2647
SEVENTH DAY BAPTIST CHURCH
503 S. East Street, New Auburn 715- 237-2616
St. Jude’s Catholic Church 146 W. Main Street, New Auburn 715-237-2939
RICE LAKE BLUE HILLS UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 230 W. Messenger Street 715-635-4395
grace episcopal church 119 W. Humbird Street 715-234-4226 immanueal lutheran church East on Hwy. 48, 2 miles south of Mikana providence reformed baptist church 23 W. Eau Claire Street
SOUTHWORTH Municipal Airport
The Chetek Southworth Municipal Airport is located one mile east of downtown Chetek on Lakeview Drive. The land for the airport was originally donated by Fred Southworth, a prominent businessman in Chetek’s earlier days, and was dedicated in 1939.
The airport has grown from a single grass strip, now to a 3,401 ft. x 60 ft. asphalt runway with two GPS approaches, plus a 1,490 ft. x 120 ft. turf cross strip. Plus, 24-hour, self-serve 100LL fuel is available with attractive pricing. There is free ramp parking and tiedown area for planes. The Beuthling Terminal building houses some nice amenities for pilots. A courtesy van and bicycles are also available for transient pilots and passengers.
FOR
PARKS
1) DNR PARK: Fishing dock, picnic tables
2) LAKE ACCESS: (Stout Street/First Street) fishing dock
3) MAIN STREET PARK: Fountain, benches, covered picnic area
4) KNAPP STREET PUBLIC DOCKS
5) DENNY OVERBY BALL PARK & BASKETBALL COURT: Ball field, concession stand, bleachers, restrooms, parking, basketball court
6) CHETEK LIONS MEMORIAL PARK: Picnic tables, fishing along the river by the dam
7) BEACH/PARK: Swimming, volleyball, play area, picnic tables, restrooms, band shelter
8) PHILLIPS PARK: Picnic tables and grills, pavilion, parking
9) CHETEK CITY DOG PARK: Fenced in areas for large and small dogs, bags for picking up are provided,and dishes for water
10) SOUTHWORTH MEMORIAL/AIRPORT PARK: Picnic tables and grills, pavilion, restrooms, play area (merry-go-round, slide, swings, teeter-totter, sandbox, jungle gym), horseshoe pits, parking
11) BOAT LANDING: Boat launching, restrooms, picnic table, parking, Hydroflites ski site adjacent to boat landing
Chetek Southworth Municipal Airport include: Y23 AWOS is now active and available. Frequency is 119.05
Current Gas Prices – iFlightPlanner
“Pay at the Pump” fuel system is installed and working. The new system will enable us to update prices on a much more regular basis and maintain fuel prices competitive with all other airports in the area. The maximum fuel you can pump at one time before having to re-swipe your credit card is $650.00.
Courtesy van
Courtesy bikes
AOPA Partner, use your AOPA credit card to receive cash back bonuses
Heated terminal with weather computer, restroom, microwave, and refrigerator with refreshments on the honor system
Long term car rental available with Enterprise Car Rental, Rice Lake, WI (715) 234-4051
Light maintenance and FBO services available at E-Z Heat, (715) 924-4400 www.ezheat.com
Medium intensity pilot controlled lighting CTAF 122.9
Displaced threshold on runway 17
For current airport information on Y23 go to AirNav or Globalair.
For more information, contact Airport manager Matt Hutzler at (715) 925-1036 or email airportmanager@cityofchetekwi.us.
Chetek Area Veterans Memorial Inc.
AT THE INTERSECTION OF D & M, ACROSS FROM THE CEMETERY NOW ACCEPTING DONATIONS AND SELLING PAVERS.
If you would like to purchase pavers for a veteran loved one or in memory of a veteran loved one, please contact Darla at 715-859-2267.
Paver forms can be found on site or at Chetek City Hall and can be sent to CAVM, P.O. Box 23, Chetek, WI.
WEYERHAEUSER AREA
COMMUNITY CLUB, INC.
P.O. Box 333 Weyerhaeuser, WI 54895
Play Pickleball in Weyerhaeuser
• Six Court Pickleball Complex
• All Skill Levels Welcome
• Instructors available
• Open play times
• Join Facebook Group “Weyerhaeuser Pickleball”
- Times of play
- Connect with others
• Google Maps: Weyerhaeuser Community Park
Booster Days- Labor Day Weekend
September 5 & 6, 2026
• Pickleball Tournament (players wanted)
• Wood Bat Softball Tournament (teams wanted)
• Craft Sale (vendors wanted)
• Music- Polka-Variety
• Soo Line Depot Tours
• 5K Run/Walk
• Sports Memorabilia Auction
• Parade
For more info email: Wacci2018@gmail.com
Why Your Donation Is So Important
CWHS graduates are seeing more and more post-secondary oppportunities, and it is because of this that your donation is needed now, more than ever. We see a growing number of graduates going to 4-year and 2-year colleges, as well as many who attend technical schools. In order to afford these opportunities, many rely on financial aid, which results in debt often difficult to repay. We encourage all students to apply for any and all scholarships, which include all of those offered through the CWSF. At no point should a graduate be discouraged about seeking future education simply because of a lack of funds. Your donation helps to secure the future of our CWHS graduates. For more information contact us at info@chetekscholarship.com or visit www.chetekscholarships.com
The mission of the Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Scholarship Foundation, Inc. is to promote a better society through financial help for further education.
Thursday, July 2nd
Liberty Fest Schedule of Events
tentative schedule
Saturday, July 4th
Sunday, July 5th
• Vintage 1860’s Baseball at City Field
• Fishy 4 registration
• Food Truck Event
• Block Party With Brian Stewart & Band Chris Kroeze & Band
Friday, July 3rd
• Fishy Four Mile Run Walk
• Donkey Races or Baseball
• Golf Tournament at Get Away Golf
• Softball Tournament
• Pancake Breakfast at Masonic Lodge
• Liberty Fest Parade at noon
• Vintage Voyagers Car Show
• 38th Annual Liberty Fest Art & Craft Show
• Liberty Fest Quilt Show at The Center
• Softball Tournament
• Fireworks
• 38th Annual Liberty Fest Art & Craft Show
• Church on the Beach
• Kids Activities at the Beach Inflatables, Kids Dj, Games, Money Hunt and more
• Liberty Fest Quilt Show at The Center
• Softball Tournament
• Volleyball Tournament at The Chetek Lanes
• Chuck Schaff Memorial Horse
• Pull at The Funny Farm
Tentative Schedule of Events
— Winter Fest Kick-off Party at Red’s 6-9 p.m.
— Vintage Snowmobile Run
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28
— National Straightline Snowmobile Racing
Radar registration starts at 8 a.m. Racing 9:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.
— Pro Kid’s Ice Racing ages 4-14
— Kids Activities 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
— Bikini Run 1 p.m.
Fundraiser for breast cancer support. All proceeds go to Barron County Pink Ribbon Advocacy.
AWARDS BANQUET TO FOLLOW AT POKEGAMA LAKESIDE CANTINA
6 p.m. Raffle Drawing
More information and forms can be found at www.chetekwinterfest.org
SHOP LOCAL
SHOP LOCALLY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
Our area merchants offer products you won’t find anywhere else!
Add that to the convenience of shopping in town as well as
the friendly helpful service of our area merchants- and the value of buying locally really hits home!
SANTA COMES TO TOWN!
SAT., DEC. 5, 2026
Held at The Center
711 FIRST ST., CHETEK
• Visit Santa
• Horse-drawn wagon rides
• Food & Hot Cocoa
• Take part in Kids Corner
•Holiday Shopping • Christmas Tree Lighting •Holiday Parade
Sponsored by:
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
CHETEK & SURROUNDING AREA
FISH-O- RAMA
First $500 tagged fish of 2025 caught
Panfishing paid off for longtime visitor of Chetek, Rich Case (right) on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 as he landed the first $500 panfish of the 2025 Fish-O-Rama Contest. The hefty 1.03.lb, 10-inch bluegill was caught on Pokegama Lake using a wax worm. Case has 34 Fish-O-Rama pins and noted that he has reeled in two or three $25 tagged fish over years, as well as a few $5 catches. Case’s first trip to Chetek was back in 1969, and he has been coming every year since. Originally from Minnesota, Case currently lives in Arizona, but has a seasonal camper (May-Sept.) at Oak Grove Resort. Pictured with Johnson is Andrew Hendrickson representing Badger Bait, sponsor of the $500 fish.
2026 IS OUR 40TH YEAR!
Over the past 39 years, more than 3,798 tagged fish have been caught in the Fish-O-Rama contest, with winners collecting $153,925.
2025 STATS
406 TAGGED PANFISH (316 BLUEGILLS, 90 CRAPPIES) 84 TAGGED FISH CAUGHT 61-$25; 12-$50; 4-$100; 7-$500; 0-$1,000
FISH-O-RAMA RULES
• Starts on the fishing opener, May 2, and ends Oct. 1
• Must purchase a button prior to catching the tagged fish
• Buttons are available from Chetek area resorts and businesses for $3/each, $5 husband & wife, $6 family (parents and children 17 and under)
• Only Crappies and Bluegill are tagged
• 5 prize amounts: $25, $50, $100, $500 and $1,000
• Previous years tags are worth $5
TAGS SHOULD BE BROUGHT TO THE ROD & GUN SHOP IN CHETEK TO DETERMINE THE PRIZE AMOUNT AND SPONSOR.
OUTDOOR RECREATION & TRAILS
All-terrain Vehicles
The Chetek ATV Club has over 100 members. The club has many members from outside the immediate area to help support our efforts and to provide ATV enthusiasts opportunities to ride our trails. Our trails are made possible by some very generous private land owners who allow our trails to cross over their land. The Club has many volunteers to maintain trails and road routes. The Mission of the Chetek ATV Cruzers is to conserve, maintain, enhance and establish All Terrain Vehicle Trails and routes in Barron County.
Join the Club! Your membership means support for the local, state, and federal efforts to keep trails open and to utilize the public lands for recreational enjoyment. Your membership also helps to educate ATV users on trail etiquette and considerate trail use, so that we can retain our privileges and support the people who enjoy the great outdoors on their ATVs & UTVs. Your membership also helps to pay for the maintenance and cleaning of the trails. The Chetek ATV Club works hard to maintain the trails for everyone who uses them. Membership applications can be picked up at Horton’s Hardware. Monthly meetings are March through October, check Facebook for dates and times. Everyone is welcome!
There is access to the ATV routes and trails from most of the Chetek resorts. There is a trail-head in the Chetek Industrial Park behind Parker Hannifin where riders can unload their machines and park trucks/trailers. ATV city maps and Barron county maps are available at the Chetek Visitors Center and at most Chetek businesses. All City of Chetek streets are open to ATVs; quiet time is 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. ATVs NOT PERMITTED during this time. All riders on city streets must have a valid drivers licence. Please ride safely and always ride with your headlights on, so others can see you coming.
Check us out on Facebook (ChetekAtvCruzers) |
Snowmobiling
Barron County has over 250 miles of groomed and well-marked snowmobile trails. The trail-head of the Tuscobia State Trail, a 76-mile abandoned railroad bed, begins just north of Rice Lake and ends in Park Falls. “Rails to Trails” is the Wild Rivers Trail which also begins in Rice Lake and covers 97 miles, going north to Superior. For the latest information on trail conditions, call 715-234-2126 or 800-523-6318 or visit www.travelwisconsin.com.
The local snowmobile club is the Chetek Snow Flyers. To obtain more information about this organization and/or membership in the club, please contact President Mike Schmidt at 715-829-8925, email cheteksnowflyers@gmail.com, visit www.cheteksnowflyers.net or search Chetek Snow Flyers on Facebook.
Lodging in the Chetek area is available during the winter by contacting the Chetek Resort Owners Association. Visit their website, www.explorechetek.com and click on Info Request Form to inquire which members have availability.
DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Live Music • Sports • Events Year-Round follow us on Facebook, Instagram & at gilliganschetek.com Full Menu • Specialty Drinks • 14 Tappers Lakeside Lodging 2 Suites & a 3 Bedroom Cottage
