Lake of the Torches Resort Casino is owned by the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians and sits on Highway 47 in Lac du Flambeau, deep in Wisconsin's Northwoods lake country. It pairs a 24-hour casino with a 101-room hotel, a pool and a handful of restaurants. It rates 4.0 from around 3,000 Google reviewers.
Most visitors combine it with a lakes, fishing or snowmobile trip. The casino is the evening activity rather than the whole point, and it is set up for that: trail-friendly parking, a lake setting and an easy, local pace.
What's on the floor
Slots: Slots dominate. Regional tourism listings describe nearly 800 machines, and one industry directory gives 837. Some web pages claim over 1,000, but those are not well sourced.
Table games: A small pit. Blackjack is the game consistently named by local listings, and one directory counts around seven tables. The casino runs table-game promotions but does not publish a game list on its main pages, so if you want something other than blackjack, call ahead.
Not on the floor: We found no poker room or bingo hall listed on the casino's site. Treat this as a slots-and-blackjack floor.
The casino posts a "slot payout last month" figure on its homepage, and runs a Lake Club rewards program where members earn points on play and redeem them for free slot play.
Hotel and amenities
The hotel has 101 rooms, and the property's pool area is branded the Woodland Oasis. Check-in is from 4pm and check-out by 11am.
The Hall of Nations hosts concerts and events. These are for guests 18 and over unless a specific event says otherwise.
There is no campground on site. The Lac du Flambeau Tribal Campground is about a mile down Highway 47.
Dining
Three outlets are listed:
- The Eagle's Nest — the main restaurant, first come, first served. Groups of 12 or more should give notice, though one table for the whole group is not guaranteed.
- Woody's Bar & Grill — casual food and drinks.
- Dancing Waters Lounge — the bar.
Children 17 and under are welcome at the Eagle's Nest and Woody's with an adult; to reach Woody's, a security guard escorts them across the gaming floor.
Tips before you go
You must be 21 to gamble at Lake of the Torches.
The casino is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, which matches the Google listing. Check cashing is available around the clock at the two cashier windows on the floor.
Snowmobilers should park in the lot across Highway 47. Snowmobiles cannot be driven or parked in the casino or hotel lots. A limited amount of outer gear and helmets can be stored at the Lake Club desk.
Ticket-in, ticket-out slips are valid for 60 days and cannot be redeemed by mail, so cash out before you head home. Wheelchairs are available from the Lake Club for a small refundable deposit.
Lac du Flambeau is a long drive from Wisconsin's cities — roughly four hours from Milwaukee — so plan an overnight stay rather than a day trip.
Nearby alternatives
Potawatomi Casino Hotel Carter in Wabeno and Mole Lake Casino Lodge near Crandon are the nearest Northwoods alternatives to the south-east. To the north-west, Bad River Lodge & Casino near Ashland serves the Lake Superior shore.
For the full picture, see all Wisconsin in-person casinos.
FAQ
What are Lake of the Torches Resort Casino's hours?
The casino is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, according to both the casino and Google.
How old do you have to be to gamble at Lake of the Torches?
You must be 21 to gamble. Hall of Nations events are generally 18 and over.
What games are available at Lake of the Torches?
Around 800 slot machines and a small number of blackjack tables. We found no poker room or bingo listed.
Can I ride my snowmobile to Lake of the Torches?
Yes, but park in the lot across Highway 47. Snowmobiles are not allowed in the casino or hotel lots.
