A little gem of a store and cafe serves travelers and locals alike in the heart of the Wisconsin Northwoods. The Star Lake Store is unlike any modern coffee shop or retailer and that’s the charm – stepping through the door of this place is like stepping back in time. Here’s why you need to pay this special little shop a visit.
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The Star Lake Store is tucked into the little town of Star Lake. It’s an unincorporated town on the north side of Star Lake in the Town of Plum Lake.
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Star Lake started as a bustling logging town in 1894, when a railroad came to town and a lumber mill opened. The boom was short lived – the mill closed and logging operations left.
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The Star Lake Store originally opened in 1895 as a logging company store. It evolved to serve seasonal visitors like anglers and hikers – the store is surrounded by the Northern Highland, American Legion State Forest, the largest state forest in Wisconsin.
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The store includes a seasonal; Catch-A-Cup Coffee Shop that’s a perfect place for a quick breakfast before you head out on the water.
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The shop will help you get well caffeinated – it serves a selection of espresso, mocha and iced coffee, smoothies, and more. The shop also serves ice cream and other sweet items.
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If you need a souvenir to help you remember your time in the Northwoods the shop has you covered with a nice selection of t-shirts and sweatshirts. It also has supplies for your cabin, including beer and wine.
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If you need a souvenir to help you remember your time in the Northwoods, the shop has you covered with a nice selection of t-shirts and sweatshirts. It also has supplies for your cabin, including beer and wine.
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The Star Lake Store is open daily – pay they a visit. If you need it, they probably have it! Not far from the store, you’ll find this awesome hiking spot.
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Address: Star Lake Store, 7697 Co Rd K, Star Lake, WI 54561, USA
