Outdoor Sports Every Friend Group Should Try in Beloit
Written by Savannah Schindler | visit Beloit | JUNE 3, 2026
Gather your friends and get ready to play. Beloit’s outdoor recreation scene offers something for every group, from laid-back rounds of disc golf to adrenaline-pumping skydives. Whether you’re looking to challenge each other, explore the outdoors, or simply try something new, these sporting adventures are the perfect excuse to get everyone together.
GOLF
📸: Geronimo Hospitality Group | 📍: Beloit Club
For friends who enjoy spending time on the fairways, Beloit offers several great options to tee up some fun. Play a round at Macktown Golf, challenge your group at Red Barn Golf Course, or enjoy the scenic layout at Krueger-Haskell Golf Course. Looking for a country club experience? Guests staying at downtown boutique hotels, Hotel Goodwin and Ironworks Hotel, receive a special “Member for a Stay” perk that grants access to the course at the Beloit Club. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just looking for a fun way to spend the day outdoors, gather your friends and “putt” it on the calendar for a round of golf in Beloit.
KAYAK
📸: Peer Canvas | 📍: Victoria Lake
Looking for a fun way to get out on the water with friends during your stay in Beloit? Kayaking in Beloit offers beautiful views, wildlife sightings, and plenty of opportunities for adventure along the Rock River National Water Trail, Turtle Creek, and Victoria Lake. Don’t have your own kayak? Rentals are available through self-service kiosks from The Surf Shack LLC at the Rotary River Center and John Rose Canoe & Kayak Launch, and seasonal kayak rentals are also offered at Riverside Park. Get ready for a race downstream or a relaxing adventure with friends on the water!
SKYDIVE
📸: Peer Canvas | 📍: Skydive the Rock
Ready to take your friendship to new heights? For the ultimate outdoor adventure, head to Skydive the Rock and experience the thrill of a 14,500-foot leap above the Stateline Area. First-time jumpers can choose a tandem skydive with an experienced instructor, while more daring adventurers can work toward a solo jump. As the only skydiving center in Wisconsin where you can soar above two states at once, the views are just as unforgettable as the experience itself. While you wait, watch other jumpers take the plunge!
DISC GOLF
📸: Peer Canvas | 📍: Victoria Lake Disc Golf Course
For a fun and affordable way to spark some friendly competition, grab your discs and head to Victoria Lake Disc Golf Course at South Beloit City Park. This 18-hole course winds through open spaces and wooded areas, offering challenges for both beginners and experienced players. Test your accuracy, challenge your friends to a round, and enjoy the surroundings as you make your way through the course.
SWIM
📸: Peer Canvas | 📍: Pearl Lake
Cool off and make a splash with friends at some of the area’s favorite swimming destinations. Spend the day at Krueger Municipal Pool in Beloit or Walt Williamson Pool in Rockton, both offering a refreshing way to beat the summer heat. For a beach-style experience, head to Pearl Lake in South Beloit, where swimming is just the beginning. The lake also offers sand and water volleyball, scuba diving, fishing, and plenty of space to enjoy the atmosphere and relax with friends. Gather your crew and dive into a day of fun in Beloit.
HIKE
📸: Peer Canvas | 📍: Big Hill Park
Lace up your hiking shoes and explore one of Beloit’s most scenic outdoor destinations, Big Hill Park. Spanning nearly 190 acres, the park features miles of wooded trails, beautiful views overlooking the Rock River, and more. It’s just one of the many parks, nature preserves, and trail systems throughout the Greater Beloit Area where you can walk, hike, and enjoy the beauty of nature with friends.
PICKLEBALL
📸: Dayton Bennett Photography | 📍: Wootton Park Pickleball Courts
Grab your friends and head to the pickleball courts at Wootton Park for an afternoon of friendly competition. With multiple courts available, it’s easy to organize doubles matches, rotate partners, and keep the games going for hours. The City of Beloit Parks & Recreation Division also hosts several pickleball tournaments throughout the year. Get outside and stay active while playing a game in Beloit!
bike
📸: Peer Canvas | 📍: Wood Family Fishing Bridge
Biking in Beloit is a great way to explore the city’s trails, parks, and vibrant riverfront. Riders can enjoy pedaling at Riverside Park along the Rock River, wooded routes at Big Hill Park, and nearby connections to the Turtle Creek Greenway. Downtown Beloit is especially bike-friendly, with plenty of bike racks that make it easy to stop, take a break, and explore local shops, restaurants, and the riverfront before continuing the ride with friends.
kubb
📸: Peer Canvas | 📍: Pohlman Field
The Beloit Kubb Open is a popular summer tradition that has been held in Beloit every August for more than a decade. Kubb is a competitive backyard lawn game with Scandinavian roots, often described as a mix of bowling and horseshoes. Two teams take turns throwing wooden batons to knock over blocks (kubbs) and eventually try to topple the “king” to win the match. Each year, the Beloit Kubb Open brings teams together from near and far for friendly competition. Learn more and register your team for this summer’s tournament!
These aren’t the only things you can do on a friends’ weekend getaway to stay active in Beloit, but it’s a fun start. For a comprehensive list of things to do and places to stay in Beloit, Wisconsin, check out our Travel with Friends page.
