Friluftsliv

Friluftsliv (free-loofs-liv) means open air living. Norwegians prioritize exploring the environment around them. It's so important to their way of life it's allemannsretten or everyman's right, often referred to Norway's Right to Roam Law.

When it comes to getting out and exploring an environment, Stoughton provides a variety of interesting places and exciting times of year to do it. The majority of Stoughton's Annual Events take place outside and encourage participants to tour the event's offerings at their own pace.

Lake Kegonsa State Park is the first thing most people think of when discussing this way of life, but there is more nature to travel in Stoughton. With a variety of parks, trails, and the Yahara River, visitors need more than a weekend to enjoy it all.

In addition to an abundance of nature, visitors can stroll through Stoughton taking in art, unique shopping, history, delicious treats, Norwegian heritage, and music. Stoughton delivers friluftsliv in unexpected ways.

Whichever version of friluftsliv visitors choose, it's a cozy way of life that is good for the soul. Whether looking to explore the trails and bodies of water or wandering through the Historic Downtown shops and culinary destinations, Stoughton offers you the