Barker Lake - Winter

Located in Sawyer County, Wisconsin

Located in Winter, Wisconsin, Barker Lake is 100 miles southeast of Duluth, Minnesota.

The Rice Lake Regional Airport is 72 miles away and offers connecting flights. The Hayward Area Memorial Hospital is 28 miles away and can fulfill all your health care needs.

Grocery options in Winer include Winter Co-Op and Family Dollar. In Hayward, guests can shop at MarketPlace Foods and Walmart. Nearby top-rated local restaurants include Lakewood Cafe and Bottoms Up Sports Bar and Grill.

Life on the Water

Barker Lake spans 213 acres and is described by locals as scenic. Legacy Lodge, Barker Lake Golf Course, Bucktail Resort, and Hemlock Haven Resort all border the lake, offering opportunities for recreation and relaxation.

On the water, the most popular activities include swimming, water sports, kayaking, canoeing, boating, and fishing. Anglers can expect to find musky, large and smallmouth bass, panfish, northern pike, and walleye.

Fun in Nearby Hayward

The nearby city of Hayward, only 26 miles away, offers nearby access to entertainment and dining.

The city is one of the most well-loved vacation spots for fishing enthusiasts. The Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame is a popular highlight, featuring its iconic Muskie statue, 400 mounted fish, and 300 freestanding outboard motors.

In February, Hayward hosts the American Birkebeiner, the largest, longest, and most popular North American cross country skiing race!

If relaxing is your idea of a good day, sip and chill at the Out of the Woods Winery. If you're looking for expanded dining options, check out Angler’s Bar and Grill, Angry Minnow BrewPub and Restaurant, The Ranch, and The Chippewa Inn.

Visit Duluth

Duluth is the perfect spot for a weekend city getaway in the city while still offering beautiful, natural scenery.

For an outdoor adventure off the water, visit any of the city's 23 parks. The Leif Erickson Park is one of the most popular, featuring a rose garden with 1,800 bushes. It is widely considered one of the best rose gardens in the state.

Lake Superior Zoo offers a fun, family-friendly trip to see over 140 species in indoor and outdoor settings. The zoo also has a cafe, a gift shop, interactive visits, and behind-the-scenes tours.

Looking to take a scenic drive? The North Shore Scenic Drive spans around 150 miles, following the shoreline of Lake Superior. It offers great photo opportunities, historic landmarks, and quaint shops along the way.

When visitors head back to the city and are looking for a place to eat, there's something to satisfy every craving. Highly-rated options include Duluth Grill, OMC Smokehouse, Va Bene, New Scenic Cafe, and Vitta Pizza.

Relaxation and Local Fun

Barker Lake provides stellar lake views and ample opportunities to relax and spend time with the family. In addition, local community activities are nearby, giving Barker Lake something for everyone to enjoy!