Nature is one of Swiss’s greatest assets. The township is full of lakes, rivers and forests, making it a hub for year-round recreation. Popular activities include:
- Canoeing, kayaking, tubing and fishing on the St. Croix, Yellow and Namekagon Rivers
- Hiking, camping, birding, hunting and ATVing in nearby county forests and on local trails
- Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling in winter months
- Visiting nearby attractions, including the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, Namekagon Barrens, Forts Folle Avoine Historical Park, St. Croix Casino and the town of Danbury.
Local Events and Annual Festivals
- Spring Easter Egg Hunt
- Pre-Memorial Day Cemetery Clean-Up
- September Danbury Duck Race
- Volunteer Fire Department September Open House
- Jordan Buck Day Parade & Fall Festival
- Chamber of Commerce October Trunk or Treat
- Winter Holiday Lights Contest
- Town Hall events such as line dancing, Lions Club, community garage sales, graduations, faith groups, funeral luncheons, blood drives, Township Board Meetings, and community meetings
Grace, Benjamin, and Hannah Martyn enjoy a dip in the St. Croix on a hot July day.
Photo Credit: S. Martyn
Natural Sites Close to Us
- St Croix State Forest (15 min)
- St Croix State Park (15 min)
- Crex Meadows State Wildlife Area (35 min)
- Pattison State Park & swimming beach (45 min)
- Big Manitou Falls–Wisconsin’s highest waterfall (45 min)
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