Take the backroads on the Kettle Moraine Scenic Drive

Wisconsin is famous for its wide variety of cheeses, and Widmer's Cheese Cellars has played a major role in developing a thriving cheese community. This cheesemaking operation was founded over 80 years ago, and continues to have an impact in the local community. It's a four-generation cheese business, so these guys know their stuff. The factory tour makes cheese even more fun than it already was, and you'll learn everything from the cheesemaking process to the rich history of Wisconsin cheese, as well as the history of Widmer's. You'll definitely want to give the mild brick cheese a taste during your visit. Even if you're not a big cheese fan, a tour here is a must for all ages.

The Glacial Blue Hills Recreation Area is a forest mixed with landforms carved and formed by glaciers. Glacial Blue Hills offers views of the breathtaking forest and plenty of trails to hike, bike, and explore. If you enjoy running, you'll definitely find the park welcoming on all fronts. Known for its incredible biking trails, Glacial Blue Hills Recreation Area is both peaceful and secluded, and significantly less crowded than other popular Wisconsin destinations. While there are plenty of trails to choose from, most tend to be on the more difficult side, so be sure to take note when planning your adventure. The park also offers several orienteering trails for the more daring nature enthusiast.

Pike Lake State Park is home to the Kettle Moraine State Forest and is open year round from 6AM to 11PM. The Kettle Moraine State Forest is in the middle of the Kettle Moraine, a group of glacial landforms that extends all the way to Lake Winnebago. In the middle of the forest is a breathtaking view, resulting from the hills and formations sculpted by the ancient glaciers. Pike Lake State Park offers fantastic views, and the opportunity to camp, swim, hike and fish.

A definite "do not miss" for any automotive enthusiast, history buff, or pop culture fan, the Wisconsin Auto Museum provides hours of learning and fun. The museum offers an unrivaled collection of vintage cars, some dating back over a hundred years, as well as the fascinating history behind each one. In addition to the incredible car collection, the museum is home to historical memorabilia and artifacts such as vintage license plates and gas containers. While discovering the history of each car in the collection, you'll also learn about the incredible former owners of the automobiles, including Amelia Earhart, Mary Pickford, Fatty Arbuckle, and other cultural icons. Whether you consider yourself an automotive expert or not, you'll find yourself wanting "just 5 more minutes" many times over in this popular museum.

Lapham Peak offers a wide variety of landscapes to explore, from swamps to hills to forests, and you can explore them all along the park's high-quality hiking trails, which are suitable for all ages. Like the Kettle Moraine, Lapham Peak was formed by massive glaciers covering what is now Wisconsin. With multiple hiking trails to choose from and plenty to do and see along each, you'll want to allocate the right amount of time for your journey. The visitor center also offers some incredible insight on the history and impact of Lapham Peak, and is a must-stop. Also, be sure to check out the exceptional 45-foot observatory tower, if you want to make the most of fantastic views you won't find anywhere else.

At Paradise Springs Nature Trail you'll find the remnants of a pool house and horse track, built by an eccentric millionaire, but now abandoned. The hiking trail is very easy and a lovely walk through the forgotten history of the area.