Popular places to visit
Cascade Mountain Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Portage with a visit to Cascade Mountain Ski Area. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.
North Country National Scenic Trail
You can take time to visit North Country National Scenic Trail during your travels to Portage. Discover the waterfalls and mountain views in this relaxing area.
Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters during your trip to Portage. Discover the waterfalls and coffeehouses in this relaxing area.
Portage Vacations
If you're making your way to Portage and you don't know a whole lot about it, don't stress — we can give you a hand!
You'll discover this Wisconsin Dells neighborhood 17 miles (27 kilometers) east of the city center.
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Places to visit in Portage
Put down your history journals! See the past come alive at Museum at the Portage. Need some more nearby options? It's hard to visualize how generations past coped at home without all the mod cons we take for granted today. Take a look around Historic Indian Agency House and find out exactly how they did. But there's more. If you're interested in exploring the area's history through its architecture, stick Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters on your must-see list. Be sure to stop and read any plaques or signs which reveal the rich stories behind it.Where do you fly into for Portage?
If you're heading to Portage, the nearest terminal is Dane County Regional Airport (MSN). It's around 30 miles (48 kilometers) to the south from the central area. Pick an in-flight film, settle back and you'll be landing before you know it.Frequently asked questions
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