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Things to do in Appleton, Wisconsin (WI): The Best Outdoor Activities
Appleton is a city in Outagamie (mostly), Calumet, and Winnebago counties in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. One of the Fox Cities, it is situated on the Fox River, 30 miles (48 km) southwest of Green Bay and 100 miles (160 km) north of Milwaukee. Appleton is the county seat of Outagamie County. The population was 72,623 at the 2010 census. Of this, 60,045 were in Outagamie County, 11,088 in Calumet County, and 1,490 in Winnebago County. Appleton is the principal city of the Appleton, Wisconsin Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is included in the Appleton-Oshkosh-Neenah, Wisconsin Combined Statistical Area. The city possesses the two tallest buildings in Outagamie County, the Zuelke Building and 222 Building, at 168 and 183 feet, respectively.
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1. Fox River Kayaking Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Fox River Kayaking Company offers guided excursions, stand up paddle board yoga, and gear rentals for independent outings on the Fox River, Lake Winnebago, and surrounding waterways. Explore the Fox River with a fun safety guide, or rent the gear for an independent adventure via kayak or paddle board. Our activities include: - Appleton Locks Paddle - Little Chute Locks Paddle - Kaukauna Paddle - Doty Island Paddle - Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga - Gear Rentals Fox River Kayaking Company adventures are perfect for families, couples, team building groups, wedding, bachelor, and bachelorette parties, and any one looking to spend a day outside on the water!
2. Fox River Tours Appleton
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Enjoy a 1 1/2 hour narrated tour of the Fox River on River Tyme Too, a restored paddleboat. We offer public tours, group bus tours and private charters from mid-May to late-October. Special tours include lock cruise, Families on the Fox, and Burgers and a Boat Ride. Appleton has been in business since 2018 and has a second boat, River Tyme (Fox River Tours) in De Pere, Wisconsin.
3. Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
4. Glide N.E.W. - Segway the Fox Tours
Appleton Local Segway Tour- You will explore the quaint town of Appleton on this Segway tour that takes you to the location of the world’s first hydroelectric plant, the Paper Discovery Center, and along the Fox River! Starting on active College Avenue, this glide takes us down to the flats of the Fox River, where we will visit the location of the world’s first hydroelectric plant. The river provides a beautiful backdrop for this glide. You are likely to see eagles, enjoy how the Segway rides on the hills, and have quick stops at top museums and attractions. This is a fun and exciting glide to much-hidden beauty and interesting sites around town. This is Fox Cities’ #1 Segway Tour!
5. EagleRider Motorcycle Rentals and Tours Appleton
EagleRider pioneered the motorcycle rental and tour business in 1992. Since then, the brand has become synonymous with motorcycle adventure worldwide. The company offers multi-brand rentals, guided and self-guided tours, apparel and service as it continues to expand its reach globally.
