Osthoff
Osthoff History
Lake Facts
Events
100

This gentleman is the Osthoff Resort's general manager

Who is John Steffes

100

After purchasing the Carver Place, Otto and Paulina Osthoff built this establishment.

What is Osthoff's Hotel

100

Elkhart Lake is ranked this among the deepest lakes in Wisconsin.

What is the 4th deepest

100

During this event, guests can enjoy German fare such as bratwurst, sauerbraten, and apple strudel.

What is the Old World Christmas Market

200

This major resort addition was completed in 2014

What is the conference center

200

At its deepest point, Elkhart Lake reaches this many feet.

What is 119 feet

200

This three-day live music event at The Osthoff Resort features world-renowned jazz musicians

What is Jazz on the Vine

300

This couple moved from Milwaukee in 1885 and purchased the Carver Place for $7,000

Who are Otto and Paulina Osthoff

300

This percentage of Elkhart Lake’s water comes from underground springs.

What is 71%

400

Though it left the original location, Harand Camp still operates today at this college in Kenosha, WI

What is Carthage College

400

The formation of Elkhart Lake and its surrounding landscape was caused by this natural phenomenon about 15,000 years ago.

What are glaciers

500

This was the original name of the property purchased by the Osthoffs in 1885.

What is the Carver Place?

500

Elkhart Lake is home to game fish like Musky, Smallmouth Bass, and this cold-water species prized by anglers.

What is Trout (or Walleye)