Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Family-Owned Cranberry Farm & Winery in Eagle River, WI
Lake Nokomis Cranberries is a family-owned and operated cranberry farm with over five decades of dedicated service to quality agriculture. Established in 1973 by Dave, our farm has grown from 50 to 320 producing acres, reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. We expanded our operations in 2010 and 2015 with additional marshes managed by our family members, ensuring sustainable growth and expertise across generations. Our on-site winery, launched in 2016, produces eight award-winning cranberry wines, complemented by daily free tastings in our gift shop. We offer immersive educational experiences through free marsh tours from June to October, highlighting the cranberry cultivation process.Our gift shop features gourmet foods, local products, and our own wines, serving as a year-round destination for visitors. We also provide Dave's Topsoil, a premium black dirt product for gardening and landscaping, which has become a regional staple since 1977. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with a passion for agricultural stewardship, ensuring top-quality products and services. We prioritize customer engagement through transparent practices and personalized service, whether through tours, retail, or bulk inquiries. This dedication to excellence has earned us recognition as a trusted leader in cranberry production and agritourism.
Services
Cranberry Farming
Winery Tours
Gift Shop Retail
Topsoil Sales
Agritourism
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of family-owned cranberry farming expertise.
- Our on-site winery produces award-winning cranberry wines.
- Free educational marsh tours available seasonally.
- We offer premium topsoil for landscaping and gardening needs.
- Family-operated with three Wisconsin marsh locations for scalability.
Services
Cranberry Farming
We cultivate cranberries across 320 producing acres using sustainable methods refined over 50 years. Our process includes winter flooding for frost protection, spring planting, and summer pollination with 20,000 honey bee boxes. Harvesting occurs annually, with free public tours explaining the marsh operations.
On-Site Winery
Our 2016-established winery crafts eight cranberry wine varieties using homegrown berries. Daily free tastings and wine-by-the-glass options are available in our gift shop. The winery combines traditional techniques with modern innovation to highlight cranberry flavors.
Free Marsh Tours
Seasonal 45-minute tours explore cranberry cultivation, harvesting, and marsh ecology. Guests ride through working farms, observe cranberry beds, and learn about family history. Tours operate rain or shine with no reservations required for individuals.
Gift Shop Retail
Our year-round gift shop sells gourmet foods, local crafts, and cranberry-based products including wines, sauces, and dried fruits. Complimentary wine samples and educational materials about cranberry farming enhance the visitor experience.
Topsoil Sales
Dave's Topsoil, a premium black dirt product, has been sold since 1977 for gardening and landscaping. It's harvested during vine renovations, screened, and pulverized to ensure quality for regional customers.
People
Dave
Founder
Founder of Lake Nokomis Cranberries in 1973, Dave grew the farm from 50 to 320 acres. He expanded operations to Stone Lake and Three Lakes, establishing a family legacy in cranberry farming and agritourism.
Michael
Manager
Michael manages the original Lake Nokomis farm location, overseeing daily operations and continuing the family tradition of sustainable cranberry cultivation and customer engagement through tours and retail.
Dave Jr.
Stone Lake Manager
Dave Jr. oversees the Stone Lake marsh operations, managing 60 producing acres with plans for future expansion while maintaining the family's commitment to quality and innovation.
Bob Canada
Sampson Marsh Manager
Bob Canada manages the Sampson Marsh in Three Lakes, WI, maintaining 60 producing acres and contributing to the farm's growth since its 2015 acquisition.
Questions
What products does Lake Nokomis Cranberries offer?
We sell fresh cranberries, award-winning cranberry wines, dried cranberries, sauces, topsoil, and gourmet gifts through our on-site shop and online.
Are the farm tours free?
Yes, we offer complimentary 45-minute marsh tours seasonally from June to October, explaining cranberry cultivation and harvesting processes.
Can I taste the wines before purchasing?
Free daily wine tastings are available in our gift shop, allowing customers to sample all eight cranberry wine varieties.
How long has the farm been in operation?
Lake Nokomis Cranberries has been family-owned since 1973, with additional marshes acquired in 2010 and 2015.
Do you ship products outside Wisconsin?
Yes, we offer shipping for cranberry products and wines, with availability details provided through our online shop.
What sustainability practices do you use?
We employ winter flooding for frost protection, sanding for vine health, and bee pollination, while recycling topsoil during marsh renovations.
Reviews (4)
Ancella Thurston
Oct 20, 2021
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Great place to visit. They have wine tasting, fresh cranberries, dried cranberries, bottled wine, and tons of gifts in the gift shop. Let's not forget about the bog tours as well. Very interesting.
M. N.
Oct 02, 2021
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Wonderful informative tour given by a very kind and funny lady. I would highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area. Fantastic little gift shop full of yummy treasure too.
Christine Koenig
Sep 13, 2021
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Drove 20 minutes to take the marsh tour. Arrived at 1030 and was told the 1100 tour was already gone out and the noon tour was full. Lady behind the counter was not friendly or welcoming and seemed put out when we asked questions. Left without purchasing any products
Daniel Sahagian
Jul 22, 2021
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A very neat place. I don't care much for wine or touristy type gift shops, but something about it being in the middle of the woods really makes this place special. I have taken visitors from larger cities here a couple times and all have enjoyed it. I also have nothing negative to say about any products I have tried from here. If you like craft beer, I'd recommend the oak aged wine. I can't wait until pandemic is over to do the tour!
