Rocking chairs on a deck above blue water on the Island Cabin in autumn

About the Pioneer

One of the northwoods’ most beautiful vacation spots

The Pioneer on Long Lake sits in the heart of northwestern Wisconsin, in Sarona. The resort has something for everyone, whether you’re a family, a couple or a group of good friends.

Family, couple or friends

If you are looking for family adventure, a romantic getaway or an escape with your friends, give us a call or send a note. You’ll be glad you did.

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  1. 1

    A family

    Cottages with a full kitchen and a dock space, a dining room with an arcade corner, and a lake that has bluegills for the youngest anglers.

  2. 2

    A couple

    A romantic getaway in the northwoods: a small cottage for two, a table by the water and a pontoon for the afternoon.

  3. 3

    A group of good friends

    Walleye in the morning, the bar and grill by evening, and a bigger cabin or the Island Cabin when the whole crew comes.

Signed in from Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois

The Pioneer on Long Lake is a convenient getaway for visitors from Wisconsin, Minnesota (only two hours away from the Twin Cities), Illinois and points beyond.

  • Wisconsin

    The Pioneer sits in the northwest of the state.

  • Minnesota

    Only two hours from the Twin Cities.

  • Illinois

    Guests make the drive from here too.

  • And points beyond

    Hope to see you soon.

Town is a short drive away

Long Lake’s vacation-land is not without its “urban” conveniences. For supermarket and department store shopping, churches, laundromats, theaters, roller rinks and bowling, visit nearby Rice Lake, as well as Birchwood, Spooner, Hayward and Shell Lake. And for the golfer, there are several challenging courses in the area, including one right on Long Lake.

  • Rice Lake
  • Birchwood
  • Spooner
  • Hayward
  • Shell Lake
Long Lake from the Pioneer docks with a small island and the sun on the water

Let’s go fishing

Long Lake is officially the Walleye Capital of Wisconsin, with 3,300 acres of spring-fed water.

Lake info
Pontoons tied up at the Pioneer dock

Hit the water

Fishing boats, a 9.9HP motor and two pontoons, by the day or the week.

Rent a cabin

Cottages by the week, Saturday to Saturday, Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Compare the cabins

Four parts, one stretch of shoreline

Around the property

  • Pioneer lettering on the gable of the bar building under an eagle weathervane
  • The brown lakeside Pioneer building with a chalkboard sign and the walkway down to the lake in autumn
  • The Pioneer dining room with a Tiffany lamp over the tables and arcade machines on the wall
  • Three Adirondack-style benches on a deck over Long Lake at the Island Cabin
  • Pontoons and boats tied up at the Pioneer dock on Long Lake
  • Lakeside patio tables on a clear day with blue water and an island behind
  • A red-brown Pioneer cottage with a deck among autumn trees
  • A stacked cheeseburger in a checkered basket with the arcade glowing behind
4.5

stars on Google
from 354 reviews

“My favorite 5 star resort in WI. Started going there when Tom & Roger owned it. Still love it.”

Pemco 76, Google review

“Pulled ham sandwich. Yes, you read that right…pulled, smoked ham. Absolutely delicious! Served piping hot with a Carolina bbq sauce and Widmer's cheese. Smoky, sweet, tangy, gooey and delicious for every single bite.”

Ben Shakman, Google review

“It's about the food and view! Great food, great service. Recommend the Cubano sandwich!”

bill shumway, Google review

“Fun place, good food... mostly low key but can get just a Lil crazy”

Michael, Google review

Hope to see you soon!

Call (715) 354-3500 or send a note with your dates and party size.

Call (715) 354-3500Contact and directions