Almon Recreation Center, also known as Almon Recreation Area, provides diverse outdoor recreational opportunities centered around pristine Buck Lake in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. The facility features a sandy swimming beach with clear water, gentle slope entry, and shallow areas perfect for children, plus changing rooms and restroom facilities. The area includes an 18-hole disc golf course suitable for both beginners and experienced players, two nature trails including woodland and wetland paths, and a scenic boardwalk through bog and wetland areas where visitors can observe native plants like carnivorous pitcher plants.
The recreation center offers comprehensive amenities including picnic areas, pavilions, ample parking, and well-maintained grounds that create a peaceful northwoods experience. Popular activities include swimming, fishing, hiking, disc golf, picnicking, and nature observation throughout multiple seasons. Located on Hixon Lake Road, the clear lake water, clean facilities, and family-friendly environment make it a hidden gem for both locals and visitors seeking outdoor recreation. The area maintains a quiet, uncrowded atmosphere while providing essential facilities and diverse recreational opportunities that showcase the natural beauty of Wisconsin’s northwoods region in Rhinelander, WI.
