Florence sits in Wisconsin's northeastern tip. The community is surrounded by the grandeur of the Northwoods. If you want to have fun with ATVs or snowmobiles, then you can enjoy the largest such trail system the state has to offer.
Wild rivers abound here, carving out the beautiful landscape. The Popple and Pine are two of the three Wild Rivers, as designated by the state. They are considered "wild" because of undeveloped shorelines. You can find multiple class III rapids and eight different waterfalls ranging in height from 5 feet to 60 feet.
Florence County is known for being friendly. More than 40 different organizations and clubs help locals and visitors alike meet and have a good time. The volunteer spirit is strong throughout local townships, as you'll quickly notice. Supper clubs in the area help you refill before another day of activities.
Visit the Florence County Historical Society for a photo collection going back to the 1880s. Special exhibits sit alongside permanent artifacts of local history. The area is rich with stories on the water, given the 165 miles of rivers and 265 lakes in this county alone.
Run Your Bass Off - This foot race takes place in Bewabic Park in Crystal Falls. Participants get to mix fun, friendship, and fitness all in one event.
Florence County Fair - This annual event has been happening at the end of August for over 100 years. Live music, fun, and food abound with a growing list of shows and events for all to enjoy.
Keyes Peak Uphill Truck Drags - Watch pairs of trucks race each other in uphill battles through a double-elimination format to raise money for three local charities. The event takes place in March.
Indiana Sand Dunes National Park lies 305 miles southeast of Florence. Native Americans cherished this site long before modern residents did, and this place went from a national lakeshore to an actual national park in 2019. This park has 15 miles of breathtaking Lake Michigan lakefront backed up by 20 square miles of countryside. Visitors can participate in many activities, including biking, hiking, horseback riding, water sports, and fishing.
Voyageurs National Park is 362 miles northwest of Florence. If you love being on the water, then head to International Falls, Minnesota for this park, nearly half of which is water. More than 200,000 acres are home to four big lakes and over two dozen smaller ones along with 27 miles of hiking trails winding through the many forests.
Isle Royale National Park sits 145 miles north of Florence. This island park is in Lake Superior. All travel happens by boat or foot, but you can see mink, beavers, red foxes, gray wolves, and moose. A handful of enchanting lighthouses make for great photo locations.
Copper Falls State Park has a unique natural beauty carved out by ancient lava flows, plummeting gorges, and incredible waterfalls. This park is among the most scenic in the state and features log cabins nearly a century old.
Peninsula State Park is Wisconsin's third-biggest park and greets 1 million visitors each year for golfing, an 1860s lighthouse, and high bluffs overlooking sandy beaches. Over 3,700 acres include eight miles of the Green Bay shoreline.
High Cliff State Park is a recreational area on the shores of Lake Winnebago near Sherwood. Over a thousand acres include amazing cliff environments, a natural wet-mesic forest, and the Effigy Mounds built over 1,000 years ago by nomadic Sioux.
If you visit during the winter, Keyes Peak Ski Hill offers you both cross-country and downhill skiing along with snowshoeing and snow tubing. In other seasons, visit the highest peak in the county for panoramic views. The views are particularly stunning in the fall.
Head to LaSalle Falls on the Pine River to see a 22-foot plummet stirring a half-mile of rapids through a downstream gorge. Climbing down to the bottom gives you the best views.
You have plenty of options where you can park your RV in the Florence area. Camping in the Clouds and Mineshaft Bar and Grill has spacious rustic sites with amp service and a few full hook-ups; on-site amenities include a bar and restaurant and a heated indoor pool. Torch Lake Campground and RV Park in Conover has 21 full hook-up campsites and Wi-Fi. Lake Emily Park has over a dozen sites with electric hook-ups on a first-come, first-served basis.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Florence, WI, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Florence?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Florence from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Florence?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
