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Housed inside the oldest building in Hayward still standing, built around 1875, the Moccasin Bar is one of Wisconsin’s most memorable northwoods dive bars and offbeat attractions. This mint‑green corner pub doubles as a quirky wildlife and fishing museum, with walls packed full of absurdly detailed taxidermy dioramas featuring woodland creatures in humorous scenes and a showcase of world‑record muskies, including the famed 67‑pound 8‑ounce muskie caught by Cal Johnson in 1949, which helped launch Hayward’s annual Musky Festival.
Locals and visitors alike come for the cold drinks, friendly atmosphere, and one‑of‑a‑kind decor, where furry creatures and trophy muskies create a truly unique setting that feels part bar, part small natural history museum. Its combination of historic character, fishing lore, and offbeat charm makes the Moccasin Bar a must‑see stop in Hayward’s downtown and a favorite for anglers, roadside explorers, and anyone seeking a quintessentially weird Wisconsin experience.
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Moccasin Bar in Hayward, WI
Moccasin Bar in Hayward, WI
Moccasin Bar in Hayward, WI
Moccasin Bar in Hayward, WI
