WA-SWA-GONING
(the place where they spear fish by torchlight)
Walk a rustic trail lined with flora and fauna, foxfire, and a forest of diverse trees as you listen to the sounds of the various birds, from the loon to the eagle, greeting you.
Built on 20 acres along the shore of beautiful Moving Cloud Lake on the Lac du Flambeau Indian Reservation, Was-Swa-Goning was the Ojibwe name of our whole area. The French name of our whole area. The French fur traders called it Lac du Flambeau (Lake of Fire) when they saw the torches on the lakes as the Ojibwe speared fish at night.
A unique learning experience for the entire family. The only village of its kind in the Northwoods.
Tours are available from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Tuesday through Saturday, mid-May through the end of September.
Rates are: $8.00 for adults, $6.00 for children 5-12 and those respected for attaining the age of 65.
- Special tours can be arranged for groups of 15 or more on any day/at anytime by calling in advance.
- Group experience programs available. Day, evening or extended stay in rustic camping. Ask for details.
- Bring your camera and please wear APPROPRIATE FOOTWEAR.
- GIFT SHOP featuring locally crafted items
1999 Wisconsin Trust for Historic Preservation Award Recipient!
Featured in Time-Life books, Reader's Digest, Wisconsin Trails, Mid-West Living
Authentic filming location for: Wisconsin Public Broadcasting, Minnesorta Public Broadcasting, Canadian Public Broadcasting.
Charlotte 715-588-3560
Ramona 715-588-1426
Email Charlotte at: Charlotte@waswagoning.us
Address: P.O. Box 866
Lac du Flambeau, WI 54538
Some pictures of Waswagoning.
Pictures from Charlotte Hockings.