Sports enthusiasts will find a variety of events in Ashland. Sports fans, spectators and participants will come to Ashland for 4-season sports activities. Ashland known for "World Class Small Mouth Bass Fishing" offers fishing year round. Anglers will snag trout, salmon, walleye, bass, northern pike and panfish. Paddlers will find endless waters to explore and bicyclist can pick from dozens of excellent trails. Golfers will find an excellent 18-hole golf course with a fantastic view. With four-season fun to offer, Ashland is the perfect spot for avid boaters, motorcyclists, birding, ATV and skiing enthusiasts.

Ashland offers numerous locations for a wide variety of sports. From Chequamegon Bay on Lake Superior to the new Central Railyard Park which has already been host to two state baseball tournaments. In the same area is the Ashland Skate Park, the Bay Area Civic Center Hockey Rink and a walking trail. On the east side of Ashland is Hodgkins Park with softball and baseball fields. Ashland events include: Book Across the Bay Cross Country Ski Race in February, 2nd Annual Pool Tournament in March, Chequamegon Bay Birding and Nature Fest and Chequamegon Woods to Water Relay in May,  Bay Days Festival and the Chequamegon Bay Sprint Triathlon in July, Chequamegon Bay Bass Kickin Tagged Fishing Contest in September and  the CenturyTel WhistleStop Marathon/Half Marathon in October.

Ashland is proud to provide sports visitors a  variety of unique shops and restaurants. You'll find just the right lodging in Ashland. From full service hotel/motels, to chains to mom & pops motels, bed & breakfasts, Ashland has a great selection of lodging to fit your needs. Winter, spring, summer and fall, Ashland is a year round vacation destination that will fully meet the needs and expectations of numerous sporting events.