If you have vacationed in Phelps, or even just visited for an afternoon, you might imagine that our beautiful little community would be a great place to live. We are here to tell you that you are right! Well, partially, because living in Phelps is more than just great –it is fun, breathtaking, relaxing, invigorating, … Continue reading 5 Reasons Living in Phelps is AMAZING!
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Northwoods Fall Fishing in Phelps
Here in Phelps, the colors of autumn are just beginning to kiss the tops of the trees with a sprinkling of orange and red. Summer is over, the kids are back in school, and the days are cooling off. But that doesn’t mean fishing has to end! Fall fishing in the Northwoods is some of … Continue reading Northwoods Fall Fishing in Phelps
Properties with a Past in Phelps: Big Sand Lake Club
The Phelps Chamber’s exploration into the colorful history of Phelps, Wisconsin continues with a look at the Big Sand Lake Club property. This long-standing club was a favorite vacation spot of “Homeless Homer” Galpin and many important Chicago area businessmen in the early 1900’s and continues to be a Northwoods tradition today. Located on the … Continue reading Properties with a Past in Phelps: Big Sand Lake Club
Spring in Phelps – The Perfect Time to Visit!
The flowers are blooming, the rivers are flowing, the lakes are sparkling – spring is finally here in Phelps! This is a great time of year to visit Phelps to enjoy all that nature has to offer. Located in Vilas County right next door to the beautiful wilderness of Upper Michigan, Phelps has … Continue reading Spring in Phelps – The Perfect Time to Visit!
Properties with a Past in Phelps
Fort Eagle – Home of “Homeless Homer” Galpin Homer K. Galpin, a notoriously colorful Chicago area Republican leader, loved visiting the Phelps area in the late 1800s and early 1900’s so much so that he decided to lay down roots on Big Sand Lake. He named his stunning estate Fort Eagle, for even the eagles … Continue reading Properties with a Past in Phelps
Enjoy the Serenity of the Northwoods
Want to know a little Northwoods secret? Our pristine Northern Wisconsin Lakes are some of the best places to simply enjoy the beauty and serenity of the northwoods. Because of their size and location, many of these lakes have little boating traffic or congestion. Discover the year-round activities on our Northern Wisconsin Lakes. And please … Continue reading Enjoy the Serenity of the Northwoods