Van Reed Island
A remarkable three acre private island located east of Stout's Island Lodge.
Our Most Unique Offering
New in Summer 2022, guests of Stout's Island Lodge can now enjoy exclusive use of historic Van Reed Island – located on its own three acre private island just east of the Stout's Island Lodge on Red Cedar Lake. Guests will also have access to all of the amenities that Stout's Island Lodge has to offer.
Van Reed Island's 2,200 square-foot cabin is perfect for a unique romantic getaway, and it can also comfortably accommodate families, friends, or multiple couples. Reservations are currently being accepted.
Stout's Island Lodge
Stout’s Island Lodge is an Adirondack-Style “Great Camp Lodge” modeled after the ones in Adirondack National Park. It sits proudly in the center of the 1800-acre Red Cedar Lake in northwestern Wisconsin, just a two-hour drive from the Twin Cities.
The island resort, which includes two adjacent islands (connected by a bridge gifted to Frank Stout by Andrew Carnegie), includes 43 guest rooms that are situated in 11 unique cabins & lodges located within the sprawling 18-acre property. Many recreational activities, such as fishing, canoeing, tennis, and croquet, are available to island guests.
A creatively reimagined traditional lodge menu - using local ingredients when possible - is served in the epic dining room of the 1903 Main Lodge.
Van Reed Island Amenities
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Stout's Island Lodge
Guests of Van Reed Island are free to enjoy all of the activities and amenities that Stout's Island Lodge has to offer.
Elco Lake Cruise
Enjoy a sunset cruise on our one-of-a-kind Elco watercraft, which is the beautiful wooden boat in the center slot of the boathouse.
Elco Lake Cruise

Fishing & Boating
Red Cedar Lake boasts some of the region's best fishing, and some of the best on the lake is right inside and in front of our boathouse.
Fishing & Boating

Swimming
There is a swimming dock and raft just off the South Lawn. This area is reserved exclusively for swimmers.
Swimming

Canoes & Kayaks
We offer all of our equipment free of charge, and our staff is always happy to give you instruction on operating the equipment.
Canoes & Kayaks

Nightly Bonfires
Join us at dusk every evening at the bonfire area in front of the South Lawn. We have s’more packets and roasting sticks available for everyone.
Nightly Bonfires

Trails & Rivers
Explore the trails (both on and off the Island) and rivers of northwestern Wisconsin.
Trails & Rivers

Lawn Games & Tennis
Equipment for croquet, bocce ball, bag toss, ladder golf, lawn Jenga, badminton, tennis, and more are available to all of our guests.
Lawn Games & Tennis

Golf
Tagalong’s golf course is a wonderful excursion for Stout’s Island Lodge guests, and is one of only a handful of fantastic local golf courses.
Golf


Island Dining
The Stout’s Island Lodge restaurant is located in the Main Lodge. The main dining room features a wood burning fireplace and expansive views of the lake to both the north and the south.
The menu changes regularly based on what foods are in season. It features Midwest Regional Cuisine using indigenous and cultivated ingredients from the American and Canadian Midwest.
Area Amenities
In addition to the beautiful natural scenery in the area, there are many local festivals and dining and shopping options to keep our visitors engaged year-round.
Tagalong’s golf course is also a wonderful excursion for Stout’s Island Lodge guests, and is one of only a handful of fantastic local golf courses.
