Things to Do Near Elkhart Lake
No matter the season, there’s always something happening in Elkhart Lake—and The Osthoff Resort is right at the heart of it all. From springtime strolls to summer lake days, fall colors to cozy holiday magic, this is truly a year-round destination. Looking for things to do during your stay? We’ve got a wide variety of resort activities for all ages, plus plenty more to explore just beyond our doors. Whether you're up for adventure or simply want to soak in the local charm, you'll find no shortage of things to do in and around Elkhart Lake. Check out some of our favorite picks below and start planning your perfect getaway!
Above and Beyond Children’s Museum
902 N 8th Street, Sheboygan, WI
At Above and Beyond Children’s Museum, their mission is to provide a special place for children and their families where education and fun connect through exploration and discovery with three floors of fun.
- Kid and Family Friendly
Anchor Lanes
230 Lincoln Street, Elkhart Lake, WI
Fun for all ages, Anchor Lanes boasts 12 lanes of bowling including galactic bowling on weekends for late night fun with food and drink available.
- Kid and Family Friendly
Bookworm Gardens
1415 Campus Drive, Sheboygan, WI
An exciting, outdoor destination that provides a whimsical garden experience that also brings to life children’s literature to inspire the love of nature and books for all ages.
- Kid and Family Friendly
- Seasonal
Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac
75 W Scott Street, Fond du Lac, WI
A place where discovery and curiosity are brought to life, The Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac boasts a touchable learn-by doing atmosphere to foster creativity and a passion for lifelong learning.
- Kid and Family Friendly
EAA Aviation Museum
3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI
Featuring aircraft through the centuries, the EAA Aviation Museum features multiple exhibits to watch, listen, learn, and interact with a variety of exhibits encompassing all eras of flight.
- Kid and Family Friendly
Fondy Aqua Park
N5820 County Road D, Fond du Lac, WI
There’s plenty of family fun to be had at Fondy Aqua Park! With triple waterslides, aqua park inflatables, dueling ziplines, and watercraft rentals, there’s so much to do to beat the heat!
- Kid and Family Friendly
- Seasonal
Fondy Sports Park
N5820 County Road D, Fond du Lac, WI)
Featured activities include go-karts, mini-golf, off-road karts, bumper boats as well as indoor and outdoor sports activities. With a climbing wall, paintball shooting gallery, mazes, and trampolines, there’s plenty to do for everyone!
- Kid and Family Friendly
- Seasonal
Henning’s Cheese
20201 Point Creek Road, Kiel, WI
Enjoy the true taste of Wisconsin with a visit to Henning’s Cheese Store and Museum! Showcasing the cheese equipment that was used during the early 1900’s, visitors can also enjoy live viewing of cheese being made Monday through Friday morning.
- Kid and Family Friendly
Henschel’s Indian Museum and Hidden Springs Trout Farm
N8661 Holstein Road, Elkhart Lake, WI
With a museum full of artifacts found on site and surrounding areas, the ancient springs that feed the trout ponds and land has offered one of the most complete collections in Wisconsin to teach about the lives of the original culture that inhabited the area. Come for the museum and stay for the fishing and catch yourself a Brook Trout or Rainbow Trout. Keep what you catch!
- Kid and Family Friendly
- Seasonal
The Intuitive Balance
176 E Rhine Street, Elkhart Lake, WI
Welcome to The Intuitive Balance – a single place where you can find everything you need from basic educational resources on how crystals work to high quality services and ethically sourced crystals.
John Michael Kohler Arts Center
608 New York Avenue, Sheboygan, WI
Founded in 1967, JMKAC has preserved, studied, and exhibited artist-built environments, earning a worldwide reputation. It includes eight galleries, two performance spaces, a café, a museum shop, and a drop-in art-making studio.
- Kid and Family Friendly
John Michael Kohler Art Preserve
3636 Lower Falls Road, Sheboygan, WI
Step behind the scenes and explore The John Michel Kohler Art Center’s working museum collection site! Dive into captivating works of art, journey floor by floor, and get up close with artist tableaux, even when they're not on display in exhibitions. Come see art in a whole new way!
- Kid and Family Friendly
Kohler-Andrae State Park
796 Beach Park Lane, Sheboygan, WI
Home to miles of beaches, stunning sand dunes, beautiful blue Lake Michigan waters, and home to an abundance of wildlife as well as recreational activities and trails.
- Kid and Family Friendly
Manitowoc Lincoln Park Zoo
1215 N 8th Street, Manitowoc, WI
Located in Manitowoc, The Lincoln Park Zoo has just under 200 animals, situated along the Little Manitowoc River and close to Lake Michigan. Admission is free and is the perfect place to spend a few hours while becoming familiar with education and ethical zoo practices as you meet a variety of North American animals.
- Kid and Family Friendly
Parnell Tower and Kettle Moraine State Forest
W7876 County Road U, Plymouth, WI
The highest point of elevation in the Kettle Moraine State Forest, Parnell Tower offers the best panoramic views of Sheboygan County and surrounding areas. The Parnell Tower Trail is a 3.5-mile loop that overlaps with parts of the Ice Age National Trail.
- Kid and Family Friendly
Plank Road Distillery
601 Eastern Avenue, Plymouth, WI
With a beautiful tasting room and scrumptious cocktails, visit this old historic blacksmith building on the river where they don’t do tours, they offer an experience. Friendly services and fair prices, they offer hand crafted spirits and unique specialty cocktails featuring local ingredients.
- Family Friendly
Plymouth Dirt Track Racing
229 Fairview Drive, Plymouth, WI
Hosting sprint cars, late models, grand nationals and B modes as well as other regional and national touring series, Plymouth’s 1/3 mile dirt track is a top destination for race enthusiasts with full concessions offered.
- Kid and Family Friendly
- Seasonal
Road America
N7390 Hwy 67 Plymouth, WI 53073
Road America in Plymouth, WI, offers not only a premier motorsports racing experience on its challenging 4-mile track but also features go-karting, disc golf, and scenic trails for a variety of outdoor adventures.
- Family Friendly
Sheboygan Marsh Tower
7039W County Rd S R, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020
The Sheboygan Marsh Tower offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding marshlands and is a great spot for birdwatching, hiking, and enjoying nature.
- Family Friendly
Sheboygan Quarry Beach and Adventure Park
3401 Calumet Drive, Sheboygan, WI
Sheboygan Quarry Beach and Park is a family-friendly destination located in a beautifully forested area equipped with inflatable equipment perfect for seasonal swimming and sliding.
- Kid and Family Friendly
- Seasonal
Throttlestop
20 Victory Ln, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020
Throttle Stop in Elkhart Lake is a unique destination where car enthusiasts can explore an impressive collection of classic and exotic cars, as well as enjoy a fully stocked motorsports shop.
Two Fish Gallery
244 E Rhine St, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020
Two Fish Gallery in Elkhart Lake, WI, showcases an eclectic array of local art, handcrafted jewelry, and unique home decor, all within a charming and inviting space.
Wade House
W7965 WI-23, Greenbush, WI 53026
Wade House in Greenbush, WI, offers a fascinating journey back in time with its meticulously restored 19th-century stagecoach inn, interactive museum exhibits, and engaging historical reenactments.
- Family Friendly
Come Home to The Osthoff Resort
After a day of exploring all the fun things to do with family and friends, there’s nothing better than coming back to The Osthoff Resort to unwind. Our resort is the perfect home base for your Elkhart Lake getaway, offering cozy, luxurious accommodations and plenty of onsite amenities to help you relax and recharge. Whether you’re dreaming of a suite with peaceful woodland views or stunning lakefront scenery, we’ve got one-, two-, and three-bedroom options to fit your style and needs—all just minutes from the best things to do in Elkhart Lake.
