Welcome to Geneva Lake

Located in beautiful southeastern Wisconsin, Aurora Lakeland Medical Center in Elkhorn is the perfect place to begin your career.

The place for work/life balance

Experience a unique blend of upscale real estate, family-friendly neighborhoods, vibrant nightlife and arts and festivals for all seasons.

Arts & culture

Yerkes Observatory

Geneva Lake is home to the Yerkes Observatory, the birthplace of modern astrophysics. Part of Albert Einstein's first tour of America, it was established in 1897 and has welcomed notable astronomers including Edwin Hubble and Carl Sagan.

There are also the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra, Walworth County Fair and numerous nationally recognized art festivals to enjoy.

Sports & recreation 

Shoreline of Lake Geneva

Whatever the season, there’s no shortage of outdoor activities in the Geneva Lake area. Spend time on the water boating, fishing or swimming. Watch international and national sailing competitions. Ski, snowshoe or ice skate. Or perfect your golf game at one of the dozens of courses in the area, designed by the likes of Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus.

Festivals

Enjoy many festivals throughout the year, including:

  • The US National Snow Sculpting Competition
  • Craft Brews & Chicago Blues Festival
  • Lake Geneva Festival of Wine
  • Venetian Festival
  • Music by the Lake Festival

Dining & nightlife

Dining in Lake Geneva

The Geneva Lake area has upscale dining options at luxury resorts and hotels, elegant cocktail lounges, steakhouses with award-winning wine and lively sports bars, many with beautiful lake views. There are also some of Wisconsin's most recognized wineries and breweries to explore.

The town of Lakeland has an array of cosmopolitan cuisine options, in addition to country cafes and small-town family restaurants.

Park system

There are dozens of parks, forest preserves, beaches and trails to help you get outdoors, including the 21-mile Geneva Lake Shore Path, which showcases the area’s beautiful, historic homes and landscapes.

There’s plenty to do for the family, including several waterparks and youth camps.

More to explore

Visit Lake Geneva

City of Lake Geneva

Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Center