Sailing on Green Lake

Recreation

There's fun for everyone at Heidel House. Our recreation coordinator can help plan your activities. What are you in the mood for?

Great summer activities abound

  • Hiking trails through the woods and prairies.
  • Walking paths, for a scenic tour of the grounds.
  • Swimming in our indoor or outdoor pool.
  • Watercraft rentals on-site, including personal watercrafts, pontoon boats and more.
  • Bike rentals, including maps of great ride routes.
  • Fishing, for northern pike, walleye, bass, panfish, trout, perch, catfish and more. Cast off from the pier, rent a boat or catch a professionally guided charter year-round. Fishing boats, basic gear and licenses are available in the summer.
  • Volleyball games, including tournaments we can organize for your group.
  • Tennis, on our two courts. Balls and racquets provided.
  • Exploring Green Lake and the surrounding area, for antiques, art and great shopping.
  • Scavenger Hunt, for groups of all sizes. A great team-building activity.
  • Heidelympics, for a little friendly competition. Events range from tug-of-war and water balloon tag to dodgeball and limbo contests.

Fall and winter activities add a rosy glow to your cheeks.

  • Cross-country ski trails and equipment rental.
    • Heidel House Trail borders Tuscumbia golf course, with one- and three- mile loops. Generally level, traversing native prairies, woods and wetlands.
    • Red Pine Ski Trails at Mecan River Outfitters offers 15 miles of groomed and tracked trails passing through red pines, hardwoods and marshland. For all experience levels. Rentals available; trail fees required.
  • Snowshoeing offers a different take on winter. Rent from us or bring your own.
  • Sledding, thanks to some very fun hills left by a glacier. Fun for all ages.
  • Ice-skating on our tree-ensconced rink, complete with warming house. Bring your own skates. A limited number of complimentary skates are available.
  • Relax and unwind in the waterfall whirlpool or steam room at Evensong Spa. We’ll even schedule a facial or massage for you.
  • Downhill skiing, fishing and bowling are all available nearby.
  • Swimming in our indoor pool.

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