500 acres of unspoiled land to enjoy year-round. 

Limited access to this private, members only club is only available to those with lodging reservations at either The American Club® or Inn on Woodlake with a purchased entry pass. River Wildlife is not open to the public. Advance reservations are required for dining and activities. Please contact River Wildlife at 920-457-0134 with any questions or to assist you with making reservations.

The River Wildlife wilderness preserve is maintained in a natural state to preserve native vegetation and wildlife. Many miles of woodland trails and the meandering Sheboygan River provide abundant opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

Pistol & Rifle Shooting Experience (Year-Round)

Developed to teach the basic skills, knowledge, and aptitude of using a firearm in a controlled environment. Shooters will learn how to approach, handle, and shoot both a pistol and rifle on our outdoor range, on steel targets out to 200 yards accompanied by an instructor. This activity is tailored to accommodate groups up to 15 people, with rental firearms, safety gear, and ammunition provided. Reservations required, in one-hour increments, from 9am to 3pm daily.

Range Rental per shooter $65

Firearm Rental per shooter $35

Pistol Ammunition Market $42

Rifle Ammunition Market $26

Canoe/Kayak Rentals (May-August)

Enjoy an exhilarating adventure paddling the Sheboygan River in one of our two-person canoes or single-person kayaks. River Wildlife personnel will transport you to the launch site to start your journey. This trip takes about 2 hours and requires average physical stamina. Lodging reservations at The American Club or Inn on Woodlake are required for non-members prior to making reservations for canoeing or kayaking. Not intended for young children. Reservations available from 8am–1pm daily.

Member canoe rental $100

Member kayak rental $65

Resort guest canoe rental $175

Resort guest kayak rental $100

Pheasant Hunting (Mid-September–Early Spring, weather permitting)

One of the Midwest’s premier shooting clubs offers pheasant hunting in a variety of terrains. Our three hunt fields are planted with native prairie grasses and annual cover crops. Situated along the river and woods, they provide a challenging workout for both hunters and their dogs. All hunters must be experienced. Expert guides, dogs and equipment are available. Lodging reservations at The American Club or Inn on Woodlake are required for non-members as well as the purchase of a hunting pass prior to making reservations. Reservations available at 9am or 1pm daily.

Individual hunt pass $150

Guide & dog $200

Pheasant  $34

Chukar  $26

Self-Guided Hiking (Year-round)

Head out at your leisure on miles of winding trails of varied terrain that are maintained in a natural state for the preservation of native vegetation.  Lodging reservations at The American Club or Inn on Woodlake are required for non-members as well as the purchase of an entry pass for access to the trail system. Maps of the property are available at the resorts front desk areas or at River Wildlife Lodge. 

Individual entry pass $40

Family entry pass $100

Complimentary for members of River Wildlife.
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Self-Guided River Fishing

Some of the best fishing in the state is available in the fall and spring as trout and salmon make their way upstream on the Sheboygan River. Anglers must provide their own fishing gear and applicable licenses. Maps of the property are available at the resorts front desk areas or at River Wildlife Lodge. Lodging reservations at The American Club or Inn on Woodlake are required for non-members as well as the purchase of an entry pass for access to the river.

Individual entry pass $40

Family entry pass $100

Complimentary for members of River Wildlife.

Self-Guided Cross-Country Skiing (Weather-permitting)

Head off on miles of trails winding through woodlands and meadows. Lodging reservations at The American Club or Inn on Woodlake are required for non-members as well as the purchase of an entry pass for access to the trail system. Rental equipment is not available for cross country skiing at River Wildlife.

Individual entry pass $40

Family entry pass $100

Complimentary for members of River Wildlife

Self-Guided Snowshoeing (Weather-permitting)

Experience the outdoors in winter on trails located at the Sports Core or River Wildlife. Snowshoe rental is available at the Sports Core; limited availability. Lodging reservations at The American Club or Inn on Woodlake, as well as the purchase of an entry pass, are required for access to River Wildlife’s trail system. Snowshoe rental equipment is not available at River Wildlife.

Individual entry pass $40

Family entry pass $100

Complimentary for members of River Wildlife

Cancellations of reservations must be received 24 hours in advance to avoid penalty. Activities are subject to change and cancellation due to weather conditions.