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Discover why Williams Bay’s calm and peaceful vibes will keep you coming back for more.

Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy

Kishwauketoe is open 365 days a year. Being a nature conservancy, every day brings a new experience. Additionally, there are public events scheduled throughout the year. Kishwauketoe is a place to enjoy, visit, and volunteer. Being the largest watershed on Geneva Lake, you’re able to see so many natural environments in a single place. Today, ...

Shore Path

Hike the 21-mile trail that encircles Geneva Lake and enjoy the breathtaking sites of historic estates, pristine yards, boaters, lake views, and sunsets. Make sure you bring your sturdy shoes as some of the trail goes through wooded areas and a variety of path surfaces. We recommend only traveling the path during day light hours, ...

Public Beach

Williams Bay Beach offers both a sandy beach area for playing in the sun as well as a shaded grassy area. Enjoy showers in our bath house and swim with ease knowing there are lifeguards on duty during beach hours. Ample parking is available nearby.

Yerkes Observatory

Enjoy this historic site with a cosmic view. This stunning structure was built between 1895 and 1897 and offers a variety of experiences for your visit. Enjoy the Director’s Hidden Spaces tour for the behind-the-scenes visit or reserve the Space and Spaces Tour to learn more about the astronomy, architecture, restoration and people of this ...

Activities

Williams Bay offers a variety of activities from taking a tour at Yerkes Observatory to spending the day at the beach. We have something for everyone.

LOCAL EVENTS

Seasonal Features

Snowmobiling

Adventure awaits in Williams Bay when the snow is here! Take the snowmobile out of storage and hit the snowy trails.

Snowshoeing

Winter doesn’t mean being stuck inside. Lace-up your snowshoes and take in the winter wonderland of Williams Bay.

Ice Fishing

Bundle up and head down to the lake for some winter ice fishing! It may be cold but the fish are biting.

Fishing

Grab your fishing rod and bait and head down to the marina! Enjoy our public piers with your friends and family.

Boating

Nothing says summer quite like having fun on the water! Bring your boat down to the marina and spend the day on beautiful Geneva Lake.

Shopping

Nothing says summer quite like having fun on the water! Bring your boat down to the marina and spend the day on beautiful Geneva Lake.

Shopping

Grab that perfect keepsake, unique gift, or cozy addition to your home at one of our local shops.

Fall Colors

Fall is in the air and the leaves are starting to change. Grab your camera and cozy scarf and head out for views of the changing leaves against the glassy lake.

Farmers Markets

Shop the best produce, dairy, meats, and local artisan crafts that Williams Bay has to offer!