I was 6 the first time I went to Minocqua. I have made an annual trip ever since with my family, and year 20 is coming up this summer. The northwoods is beautiful and everyone is friendly! It does seem like a popular tourist spot for northern Illinoisans, but this doesn’t detract from the atmosphere. Lots and lots of cute little shops and restaurants, small lakes, beaches, etc. My home away from home.