|
|
|
|
|
Kites Over Lake Michigan |
Most Romantic Spots in Two Rivers
List of Major Events in
Two Rivers |
||
|
|
Mariner's and Rawley Point bike and walking trails |
Two Rivers stands at the junction of two
of the state's most scenic bicycle trails. On the 5-mile
Mariner's Trail, you can ride south to Manitowoc in the
lake's cooling breezes, just a few yards from the water.
The Rawley Point Trail winds six miles through the pine
and hemlock forest, all the way to the historic Rawley
Point Lighthouse at Point Beach State Park north of Two
Rivers. |
|
 |
Rogers Street Fishing Village 2102 Jackson Street 920-793-5905 |
In 1837, a fishery was established near the site of today's Rogers Street Fishing Village. Exhibits trace the evolution of the pioneer fishing industry from its rustic past to the modern trawler fleets in use today. Climb aboard an actual 40-foot wooden fishing tug and look out over the harbor from the top of the 1886 Two Rivers Harbor Lighthouse. Learn about the many shipwrecks off the coast of Two Rivers. Donations appreciated. Open daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | |
 |
Historic Farm Museum 12th and Monroe Streets |
Opening in June 2006. The newest project of the Two Rivers Historical Society will display farm equipment and other reminders of our rural farm heritage. | |
 |
Downtown Entertainment District |
A wide variety of food, music, coffees,
drinks and atmosphere within a few blocks at: Kurtz's Pub and Deli Stumpjack Coffee Company Waverly Inn Red Bank Coffee House Club Atlantis City Central |
|
 |
Point Beach Energy Center 6400 Nuclear Road, Two Rivers Take Highway 42 north and watch for the signs 920-755-6400 800-880-8463 |
It's FREE! The Point Beach Energy Center is located on Lake Michigan just north of Two Rivers and adjacent to the Point Beach nuclear plant. Thousands of people visit the center every year on family outings or classroom trips. Explore the world of energy featuring a Jacob's Ladder, Discovers' Hall and many interactive displays and models. Special programs are available to groups. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday - closed Sunday, Monday and holidays. | |
 |
Kayaking Wisconsin Paddlers The Lakeshore Sea Kayakers in Two Rivers meetings: May-September: Every Wednesday, 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Neshotah beach house. Off-season meetings held at High School pool. Info: 920-793-5592 or 920-794-8500 |
Primarily located in Northeast Wisconsin (the Fox Cities, Two Rivers, and Green Bay), there are representatives all across Wisconsin. The goal of the NEW Paddlers is to encourage and advance paddle sport education and safety, whether it is whitewater, surf, canoes, or kayaks. Kayaking at Neshotah Beach | |
 |
Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum 1619 Jefferson Street 920-794-6272 888-857-3529 |
World's only museum dedicated to the preservation, study, production and printing of wood type. Original machinery used to prepare and cut wood type. Patterns in Russian, Hebrew, Greek. Free admission. Open daily 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. | |
 |
Historic Washington House 1622 Jefferson Street 920-793-2490 |
This warm 1850s inn serves as the Two Rivers Visitor Center. The old-time non-alcoholic saloon features Berners' Ice Cream parlor commemorating the invention of the ice cream sundae. Rare murals in ballroom. Free admission. Open May-October from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Open November-April from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | |
 |
Two Rivers History Museum St. Luke's Convent 1810 Jefferson Street 920-793-1103 |
The turn of the century convent housed the Sisters of St. Agnes from 1903 to 1993. Today, you can view historical and seasonal exhibits including rotating art exhibits. Two floors of ethnic, social, civic and religious history reflecting the heritage of Two Rivers. Open Daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free Admission | |
 |
Two Rivers Parks System |
The 50-acre Neshotah Park is the gem of our
extensive park system. This beautiful Lake Michigan park
has several hundred yards of sand
beach, volleyball and basketball courts, picnic areas,
playgrounds, bike and walking trails, horseshoe pits,
and a softball field. There is also a jet ski/kayak launch area in the
parking lot closest to 22nd Street. Swimming is allowed
at your own risk--lifeguards are not provided.
Concessions are available at the Beach House during the
summer months.
Other park facilities include
Zander
Park,
Vietnam Veterans
Memorial Park, Picnic Hill
(including disc
golf course), Walsh Field,
Riverside Park (including
skate park),
Taylor Park,
Vet's Park,
Eggers Riverwalk,
Central Park,
Lakeshore Park,
Washington Park,
Paddlers Park, as well
as many ball diamonds, tennis courts and soccer fields
located throughout the city. |
|
|
|
Two
Rivers Charter Fishing Association 800-533-3382 or (920) 793-1053
Rainbow Trout • Brown Trout • Coho Salmon
• Brook Trout |
Two Rivers has been a favorite fishing spot for more than 150 years. Eleven professional charter boats are available. Many nearby inland lakes add to the fun and adventure. |
|
|
|
Two Rivers Polar Bears Baseball Club |
The Two Rivers Polar Bears is a
semi-professional baseball organization. The team is a
member of the Wisconsin Amateur Baseball Organization
and the Shoreland League. The Polar Bears play
their home games at Walsh Field. |
|
|
|
Point Beach State Forest and Park 9400 County Highway O (920) 794-7480 Designated at an Important Bird Area by the Wisconsin Bird Conservation Initiative |
The 2,900 acre Point Beach State Forest
offers 6 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, with dunes, a
lighthouse, camping, and hiking, biking, skiing, nature,
and snowmobile trails. The forest is open year round.
Day use areas are open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.
Vehicle admission stickers are required. Hourly, daily,
and annual stickers are available at the entrance
station. Lying just north of Two Rivers, the forest offers all of the natural beauty and assets of the wilderness with the convenience of urban facilities. The sandy shore of Lake Michigan is a major attraction for forest visitors. It is fascinating to walk, look and indulge in some aimless beachcombing. |
|
|
Two Creeks Buried Forest Highway 42 and County Highway BB. Take Highway 42 north out of Two Rivers. After passing through Two Creeks, go two miles and look for the parking lot on the east side of the road just south of Gibb's Restaurant. Walk southeast into the natural area. |
Exposed layers of 11,850 year old buried logs, branches, and stumps of spruce, pine and hemlock trees, cones, mosses and snails. Visible evidence of the glacial advances and retreats in this area. A popular study site for geologists, botanists and others. Removal of any material is strictly prohibited. A unit of the Ice Age National Scientific Reserve. Owned by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources & a State Natural Area. | ||
 |
Woodland Dunes Nature Center Highway 310 on the Western Edge of Two Rivers 920-793-4007 Designated at an Important Bird Area by the Wisconsin Bird Conservation Initiative |
Woodland Dunes is an oasis of marshland,
swamps, sandy fields and meadows and wooded ridges
between Manitowoc and Two Rivers. There are seven trails
winding 10-12 miles through the nature center. Located
between two busy cities, this floodplain, wetland and
dune-ridge area forms a green island of shrubs, grassy
glades, and trees that provide a haven for
wildlife...and for people. Admission
free. Open Mon-Fri 9am- 4pm; Sat 9am- noon; trails open
24 hours daily. |
|
 |
Disc Golf Course Picnic Hill Park |
The new nine basket layout at Picnic Hill Park offers a very challenging wooded course for all skill levels. The relatively short fairways use the trees and terrain to guide you though plenty of interesting shots. Keep an eye out for more fairways in Two Rivers. Located along the Rawley Point bike trail, next to Walsh Field and across the street from Neshotah Park - just a couple of long tosses to Lake Michigan. | |
 |
Bluegrass Concert Series |
Quality Traditional Bluegrass Country Shows. Called "The best in the tri-state area" by the Chicago Sun Times. | |
 |
Snowmobiling | Manitowoc County has 222 miles of State funded snowmobile trails. Nine area clubs maintain these trails throughout the county. | |
 |
Packer Country Regional Tourism | The official online home of the Packer Country Regional Tourism Organization, proudly serving the Greater Green Bay Area, Oneida Nation, and the Lake Michigan communities of Algoma, Kewaunee, Mishicot and Two Rivers. | |
|
|
|||
