Find fun things to do in Marinette like golfing, swimming, and hiking

Canoe down the Peshtigo River, hike to 14 beautiful waterfalls, or see a live show at the Theatre on the Bay, all within easy reach of your hotel room at the Country Inn & Suites, Marinette, WI. If you love history, the Crivitz Museum and the Marinette Historical Museum offer a fascinating look at times gone by. Here with family? You’ll find plenty of kid-friendly things to do nearby, like picnicking and swimming at Stephenson Island or seeing the Midwest’s largest display of big cats at the DeYoung Family Zoo. Business travelers looking to impress clients can book a tee time at Little River Country Club or buy tickets to a Green Bay Packers game at Lambeau Field, located about an hour away.

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John Henes Park

4.59 mi / 7.39 km from the hotel
Enjoy a relaxed day with family as you build sandcastles, swim, or play a game of volleyball at this picturesque park along the shores of Green Bay.

Stephenson Island

1.64 mi / 2.63 km from the hotel
Pack your fishing poles and head to this scenic island with access to the Menominee River, perfect for a day of fishing and picnicking. The island also hosts seasonal outdoor movie nights and live music throughout the year.

Little River Country Club

3.41 mi / 5.48 km from the hotel
Marinette’s only public 18-hole golf course, Little River Country Club offers hours of entertainment for new and experienced golfers alike. If you’re playing on a Friday, celebrate your win with a fish fry in the clubhouse.

Crivitz Museum

19.48 mi / 31.35 km from the hotel
Discover how 19th-century settlers lived as you browse artifacts, tools, musical instruments, and other historical items on display at this museum.

DeYoung Family Zoo

15.37 mi / 24.73 km from the hotel
The DeYoung Family Zoo has a diverse collection of animals from around the world, including exotic creatures like binturongs and familiar animals like raccoons. Children especially enjoy the petting zoo, where they can feed barnyard animals.

Marinette County Waterfall Tour

1.17 mi / 1.88 km from the hotel
Connect with nature by hiking to the county’s 14 gorgeous waterfalls. Be sure to take a camera and a picnic for the full experience.

Marinette Historical Museum

1.6 mi / 2.58 km from the hotel
Find out how the logging industry helped shape Marinette County at this unique museum on Stephenson Island in the Menominee River.

Peshtigo River Campground

18.75 mi / 30.18 km from the hotel
Spend a lazy afternoon floating down the Peshtigo River in a tube or a canoe, and then hop on the free shuttle provided by the campground to return to your starting point.

Theatre on the Bay

2.09 mi / 3.37 km from the hotel
From lectures to live shows, the productions at this theater on the Marinette campus of UW have been entertaining guests since 1966.

Forgotten Fire Winery

4.22 mi / 6.79 km from the hotel
Stop by this award-winning winery to try their newest or classic wine vintages and hard ciders. If you’re visiting with kids, they’ll love sampling the craft sodas.

Menominee River State Recreation Area

13.9 mi / 22.38 km from the hotel
Serious outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate this undeveloped park offering Class IV whitewater for kayakers as well as hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing opportunities.