Fun places to fly in the Badger State
Wisconsin is packed with fly-in destinations worth the trip — on-field diners, scenic islands, aviation museums, and small-town charm. Here are some favorites.
Recreational haven with a golf course next door and a 4.4-mile multi-use trail circling the airport. Snacks and refreshments at the FBO.
Land on Madeline Island and catch the ferry to Bayfield for sailing, island hopping, orchards, and Lake Superior scenery you won’t forget.
Hands-on aviation museum focused on inspiring the next generation through STEM education. Worth the stop with young passengers.
Walk-off-the-ramp breakfast and lunch at Southern Wisconsin Regional. A well-earned spot on any $100 hamburger bucket list.
Small-town strip with surprising walkability — restaurants, bars, and an Amish furniture shop all within a few blocks. Fuel and camping on the field.
Fly into Burlington Municipal for hand-pressed burgers, spiral-cut fries, and Wisconsin root beer on tap. Courtesy car if you need a ride into town.
Clean, well-kept field with a loaner car and easy access to local lunch spots in the Siren area.
Full-service FBO within striking distance of Kohler golf and Road America racing at Elkhart Lake. Fuel up, then tee off or watch laps.
A paved riverside strip where the nearest restaurant is practically on your wingtip. Mississippi River charm at its most accessible.
Heart of Waupaca County with a Friday lunch tradition that runs all year. A relaxed, community-driven field that feels like home.
Northwoods hospitality with Italian restaurants, a locally famous meat market, and a supper club all close by. Cirrus owners can get service on the field.
Perched beside Horicon Marsh, the country’s largest freshwater cattail wetland. Friendly FBO with complimentary refreshments and a loaner car.
Aviation’s most iconic destination. Tour the year-round EAA museum, shop the nearby outlets, and stay at a hotel you can literally taxi to.
Steps from the Cassville strip. Riverfront resort with cabins, watercraft rentals, e-bikes, and evening cruises on the Mississippi.
Historic Rock River supper club a short stroll from Fort Atkinson’s freshly paved runway. Honest food, river views, and a convenient EAA pitstop.
Your gateway to Door County. Airport friends group offers loaner bikes and a van. Fly in for a day trip or make it a weekend on the peninsula.
Cross the street from Price County Airport and you’re at the bar. Solid pub menu and a short walk from tiedowns to table.
Ramp-side breakfast and lunch at Dane County Regional. Floor-to-ceiling windows put you right in the middle of the action while you eat.
The resort owns the airport across the road. Call ahead, land, and walk over for lakeside dining and full resort amenities.
Pilot-owned FBO on Lake Michigan’s western shore. Welcoming crew, loaner car, and a plane-watching area that’s open to the public.
Casual airport bar directly across from the field. Park on the grass, cross the road, and grab a seat with the local flying crowd.
Scenic St. Croix River valley a short hop from the Twin Cities. Crew car to town for farm-to-table fare, Mexican food, or a brunch train ride.
No-frills airport diner in the Driftless Area. Land at Tri-County Regional and walk straight to the counter for a burger and affordable fuel.
Bluff-country airport overlooking the Mississippi. Family dining within walking distance at honest Midwest prices.
A cluster of restaurants and fast-food spots practically on the taxiway. Motel and grocery store with seating also within a short walk.
Pilot-owned lodge at the base of Granite Peak. Year-round outdoor activities from skiing to mountain biking, with cozy condo rooms and fireplaces.
Basecamp for Barron County’s Northwoods — Blue Hills hiking, lake fishing, and scenic golf all within easy reach of the airport.
Approach over the lake on runway 32 for one of the prettier finals in the state. Local eateries in town are all within walking range.
Lakeside grass strip where the grill sits at the runway’s edge. Tie down, walk over, and eat with a view of Big Stone Lake.
Urban GA field on Milwaukee’s northwest side with a towered environment, sod runways, and an on-field restaurant. Where the EAA held its first meeting in 1953.
Fly in and get picked up for zip lines, rock climbing, and kayaking — all run by a fellow pilot just minutes from the airport.
Driftless Area field with both sod and paved options. Walk to downtown restaurants or borrow the courtesy car for supper in nearby Westby.
Year-round restaurant steps from a 3,500-ft lighted runway. Three meals a day plus golf, trails, and lake sunsets right on the property.
A country club whose runway runs between the fairways. Land, stow your tiedowns, and walk to the clubhouse for lunch.
One of the state’s friendliest FBOs with half a dozen restaurants in walking range. Loaner car, competitive fuel, and complimentary snacks.
Scenic approach into the Dells. The casino sends a courtesy shuttle to the FBO and has restaurants ranging from upscale to casual.
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