Camp Five Museum

Camp Five Museum is an open-air facility for logging history in Laona with historic structures spanning about 4 acres of land. The grounds contain a steam-powered sawmill, a blacksmith shop, and several log cabins from the working camp era.

The camp was founded in 1914 by the R Connor Company and initially operated as an active logging site. As timber supplies dwindled, the grounds later became a farm and were eventually preserved as a museum.

The museum preserves Wisconsin's forestry heritage through exhibits of logging equipment, boats, and original structures from the early 20th century. Visitors can see how workers lived and worked in those times.

Visitors can experience two distinct tours: a twenty-minute forestry excursion and a riverboat journey through the surrounding countryside. The best time to visit is during warmer months when all buildings and outdoor areas are fully accessible.

A narrow-gauge train called the Lumberjack Steam Train runs on the Laona and Northern Railway, carrying guests between different parts of the museum grounds. This vintage rail experience adds an unexpected layer to the visit that many overlook when planning their trip.

Location: Laona

Inception: 1914

Address: 5466 Connor Farm Road

Website: http://camp5museum.org

GPS coordinates: 45.57167,-88.70222

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46