DELAVAN BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A Slow Cruise Past Wright’s Waterfront: The Lake Lawn Queen on Delavan Lake
A 1.5-hour guided cruise aboard the 76-foot, double-decker Lake Lawn Queen that showcases Frank Lloyd Wright shorelines and the history of 1,900-acre Delavan Lake.
A Slow Cruise Past Wright’s Waterfront: The Lake Lawn Queen on Delavan Lake.
Board the 76-foot Lake Lawn Queen for a measured, 1.5-hour guided cruise across Delavan Lake. The double-decker boat—complete with a climate-controlled lower level and onboard restrooms—threads along a glacier-cut shoreline where guides point out the unique architecture of several Frank Lloyd Wright homes while unfolding the lake’s local history.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Comfortable, double-decker boat with amenities
The Lake Lawn Queen is a 76-foot, double-decker tour boat with a climate-controlled lower deck and onboard restrooms—designed for relaxed viewing in changing weather. A cash bar is available on board for drinks during the cruise.
Frank Lloyd Wright houses from the water
On this guided outing you’ll pass and learn about the unique architecture of several Frank Lloyd Wright homes visible from the lake shoreline, a rare vantage for appreciating his residential designs.
A glacier-cut, 1,900-acre freshwater setting
Delavan Lake is a glacier-carved body of water of roughly 1,900 acres; the tour pairs scenic cruising with narration about the lake’s natural and human history.
What the day feels like
What the tour feels like
This is a relaxed, interpretive cruise: passengers board the Lake Lawn Queen at the marina, settle into shaded deck or climate-controlled seating below, then spend 90 minutes circling Delavan Lake while a guide narrates sights and stories. The pace is unhurried—sighting Frank Lloyd Wright residences from the water, listening for historical context, and pausing simply to take in the glacier-cut shoreline—while a cash bar offers drinks for the duration.
THE VESSEL
Comfortable, double-decker boat with amenities
The Lake Lawn Queen is a 76-foot, double-decker tour boat with a climate-controlled lower deck and onboard restrooms—designed for relaxed viewing in changing weather. A cash bar is available on board for drinks during the cruise.
THE ARCHITECTURE
Frank Lloyd Wright houses from the water
On this guided outing you’ll pass and learn about the unique architecture of several Frank Lloyd Wright homes visible from the lake shoreline, a rare vantage for appreciating his residential designs.
THE LAKE
A glacier-cut, 1,900-acre freshwater setting
Delavan Lake is a glacier-carved body of water of roughly 1,900 acres; the tour pairs scenic cruising with narration about the lake’s natural and human history.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this outing—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided cruise lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
The meeting location and point of departure is the Lake Lawn Queen.
Bring payment if you wish to purchase drinks from the cash bar aboard.
The boat includes a climate-controlled lower deck and onboard restrooms for passenger comfort.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Lake Lawn Queen Scenic Tour?
The guided cruise lasts about 1.5 hours.
Where do I meet the boat?
The meeting location and departure point is the Lake Lawn Queen.
Is the tour guided?
Yes — this is a guided tour with narration about local history and shoreline architecture.
Will I see Frank Lloyd Wright homes?
Yes — the cruise passes several Frank Lloyd Wright homes visible from the lake shoreline.
Are there restrooms and a bar on board?
Yes — the boat has onboard restrooms and a cash bar is available.
What is the size of the lake?
Delavan Lake is approximately 1,900 acres and is glacier-cut.
What kind of boat is the Lake Lawn Queen?
The Lake Lawn Queen is a 76-foot, double-decker tour boat with a climate-controlled lower level.