A Unique Valentine's Experience!
Board the Balsam Lake Trolley for a curated evening of appetizers, a full entrée, and dessert at three local Polk County spots—finished with live music and a drink special back at Balsam Lake Lodge. This relaxed Valentine’s tour is an easy way to sample the area’s food-and-drink scene without worrying about logistics.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–4.5 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion; suitable for most adults who can board a trolley and stand briefly.
Wildlife
History
Small towns in Polk County grew around lakes and local trade; today craft wineries and breweries are part of the region’s hospitality scene.
Conservation
Support the local businesses on the tour, pack out any trash, and avoid single-use plastics to reduce event footprint.
Balsam Lake Trolley
A Unique Valentine's Experience!
Balsam Lake Trolley operates tours in Polk County, Wisconsin, offering scenic trolley rides and guided walking and brewery excursions.
The company’s offerings include the Happy Trails Tour, a 2 to 3-mile walking route through forests, meadows, and lakeshores with convenient drop-off and pick-up services; The Great Escape Scenic Tour, a classic trolley ride showcasing autumn color and Northwoods countryside; and the Polk County Brewery Tour, which visits local breweries such as Amery Ale Works and Trap Rock Brewing Company.
Tours appeal to a range of visitors seeking outdoor scenery, seasonal foliage, and regional craft beer. Routes combine natural views with local stops to give riders a clear sense of Polk County’s landscape and community. The trolley format on scenic rides provides panoramic viewing opportunities, while the walking tour allows guests to explore terrain at a relaxed pace.
Booking information, schedules, and route details are available through The Adventure Collective listing, where the business is featured. One-way drop-off and pick-up service is provided on the Happy Trails walking tour to simplify logistics for participants. The Great Escape is offered seasonally to highlight fall colors in the area. The brewery tour connects participants with established local breweries and offers tasting opportunities at named stops.
Balsam Lake Trolley presents a straightforward set of tour options focused on local scenery, seasonal attractions, and brewery visits. All descriptions above are based on the tours and summaries provided for each trip. Information is current based on provided trip summaries and listing on The Adventure Collective today.
Tours Offered
3
Walking, scenic trolley, brewery tour
Location
Polk County, WI
Polk County, Wisconsin tours
Trip Length
2–3 miles
Happy Trails walking distance
Local Breweries
Amery Ale Works, Trap Rock
Stops on the brewery tour
Choose a walking tour, a classic trolley ride through autumn color, or a brewery tour that stops at Amery Ale Works and Trap Rock Brewing Company — book via The Adventure Collective.
Bring a valid ID
You must be 21+ and show ID at check-in and at certain venues; leave your ID with your partner’s wallet to avoid delays.
Dress in layers
County roads and shore winds can be colder than town—bring a jacket even for short trolley hops.
Reserve early
Tickets are final sale and the tour has limited capacity; book ahead to secure seats.
Limit outside alcohol
Only alcohol purchased on the tour is allowed onboard—plan to buy drinks at the stops if desired.
Valid photo ID
Required for age verification at winery and other stops.
Warm jacket or wrap
Trolley windows and short walks between stops can feel chilly in winter months.
winter
Comfortable shoes
You’ll step on and off the trolley and stand briefly at venues.
Phone with camera
Capture dishes, lake-edge views, and live music moments.