Eagle River and the nearby Three Lakes and St. Germain have long been considered the heart of the Wisconsin Northwoods. Situated on a chain of twenty-eight lakes, the largest freshwater chain in the world, Eagle River is noted for fishing and watersports. Whether you spend your family holiday teaching the children to cast a line or perfecting the art of water-skiing, barefoot, a summer vacation in Eagle River is all about spending quality time with the kids. And summer isn't the only season for family fun. In Eagle River, tourism is a year-round event. Biking and hiking as well as birdwatching and wildlife viewing are ideal in both spring and fall. Colorama and the Cranberry Fest make Eagle River a great autumn weekend getaway. In winter, snow sports abound. Snowshoe, cross country ski, snowmobile on miles and miles of designated trails. Plan your winter holiday to coincide with the annual World Championship Snowmobile Derby or Klondike Days and take in the town's festive atmosphere. And if it's raining or too cold for the kids to comfortably enjoy the great outdoors, take in an Eagle River attraction or two.