Your Guide to Holiday Shopping in Mineral Point, Wisconsin

Let us guide you through an unforgettable holiday shopping experience in Mineral Point, Wisconsin.

In a world of big-box stores and endless online scrolling, there is something truly special about independent retailers and stand-alone art galleries. Mineral Point is proof that shopping small and gifting meaningfully can be easy and fun!

Your Go-To Shopping Guide for LOCAL finds in Milwaukee

Can you believe it’s already the end of November?! The holiday season has officially arrived, our friends. This year we’ve carefully curated a shopping guide full of unique finds only available at the small, Milwaukee-based shops we spotlight in the guide.

Keep reading for the full shopping guide.

Wishing you a season of meaningful gift giving.

– Alyssa and Justin

10 hours in Southwestern Michigan – How to Make the Most of Them

We think 10 hours is just the right amount of time to spend in Southwestern Michigan. To make the most of your visit, you’ll need a plan. That’s where we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for our packed itinerary on how to spend 10 hours in this lovely, friendly and up-and-coming part of Michigan.

5 Hikes for Beginners at Indiana Dunes National Park

You may not know it but, Indiana Dunes National Park is a mecca for hikers especially for anyone new to hiking. In this blog, we introduce you to some seriously picturesque trails that are all easy or moderate, under 3 miles and appropriate for all skill and endurance levels. These trails are all ideal for hiking with small children too.

Be sure to tell us which trail you would hike first in the comment section at the end of the blog.

Guide to Indiana Dunes National Park: Natural Wonders

As the 5th most biodiverse national park in the United States, there is a whole lot of natural beauty to take in at Indiana Dunes National Park.

We’ve put together this guide to help spotlight all the can’t-miss natural wonders – the places in the park that you would regret missing out on if you didn’t see them on your visit.

Keep reading for more and don’t forget to make time for beachcombing, sunbathing and swimming at one of the nine beautiful beaches within the park too!

Our Complete Guide to: Warren Woods State Park

We’re just gonna let our forest-bather flag fly on this one! Warren Woods in Michigan has been a state park for over 100 years and yet it continues to fly under the radar. It’s often described as a “nature lover’s paradise”. It’s the kind of place that makes you stop and marvel all while truly being offline and unplugged. Keep reading to learn more about the sights, sounds and smells of Warren Woods. We hope you get to visit one day.

Our Complete Guide to: Havenwoods State Forest

Allow us to introduce you to Havenwoods State Forest – the only urban state forest in the state of Wisconsin. While the streets surrounding this green space are noisy and by the back boundary line you might see Wisconsin and Southern Railroad cars roll down the tracks, Havenwoods State Forest is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of Milwaukee, allowing urbanites the chance to experience a natural vista close to home.

Let’s start hiking!

Winter Holiday Fun in Mineral Point, Wisconsin

Light up your holiday season with a trip to Mineral Point. Gear up for an unforgettable holiday experience in this charming town in southwestern Wisconsin that transforms into a magical wonderland each December. Enjoy a merry and bright date night, holiday themed arts and crafts and our personal favorite – the annual Candlelight Shopping Event. Keep reading for more highlights, info and fun pictures!

Top 20 Things to do in Mineral Point, Wisconsin

Mineral Point truly is truly unlike any other place in Wisconsin. It’s a unique mash-up of quirky and quaint, traditional and unconventional, making it the perfect destination for every type of traveler.

There is so much to see and do in Mineral Point that it can be hard to know where to start. One thing is for certain, this is a town that will beckon you back year after year.

To help jumpstart your first – or perhaps your next – visit to Mineral Point, keep reading for our top 20 things to do in Mineral Point.