Danbury
This little northwest-corner community nestled in the Town of Swiss hosts several of the largest establishments in Burnett County, despite its wee dot on the map. Danbury, the “last stop to the border,” is less than 60 miles from Lake Superior. It offers the historically significant Fort Folle Avoine Historical Park, a 700-home recreational development, a casino and endless outdoor activities.
“The Forts,” as the historical park is fondly known, sits on an 80-acre site of two former British Fur Companies who operated on the Yellow River. It opened to the public in 1989. Its name was derived from the voyageur term “folle avoine” meaning “crazy oats,” though the oats were actually native wild rice. Fort Folle Avoine Historical Park tours are led by period-dressed guides from May to September and offer a view into that former time. The park additionally hosts a dozen or so events throughout the summer.
The residential recreational development, Voyager Village, provides restaurants, two golf courses, an airport, campground, parks and hiking trails. This 6,000-acre spread is home to both year-round and seasonal property owners.
Many outdoor and recreational activities are available through the Danbury Wildlife Area, with over 2,200 acres under DNR management. Opportunities include birding, hiking, foraging, fishing, trapping, hunting, wildlife viewing and skiing. Danbury is a community brimming with happenings that you won’t want to miss.
DAILY SPECIALS
Monday: See Facebook for Specials
Tuesday: Taco Tuesday 3 tacos for $7
Wednesday: See Facebook for Specials
Thursday: Bargo at 5:30pm
Friday: Fish Fry (Walleye) 4-8pm
Sunday: Meat Raffle at 1pm (Hosted by Webster Lions)
Grantsburg
From the hometown feel of Big Gust Days, an annual carnival and celebration, to its internationally acclaimed watercross event, Grantsburg is the place to be in Wisconsin. Summer months will bring adults back to their carefree childhood days and provide new memories for the kids. The St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers provide up-close and personal canoeing opportunities.
Grantsburg area outfitters are ready to gear you up and provide information for the best-possible outdoor experience. If you prefer fishing, our local guides will steer you to some of the best fishing anywhere.
Grantsburg’s Memory Lake Park is frequented by area birds and wildlife, the Grantsburg Golf Course is available to the sports minded.
Summer is not the only time to enjoy Grantsburg’s charm. A spectacular event occurs in the fall at Crex Meadowsthe largest wildlife area in the state and a flyway for birds
on their way to warmer climates. Sandhill Cranes by the thousands come through the area and are accompanied by varieties of geese, swans and ducks. Crex Meadows’ visitor center is a welcoming place to offer information, answer questions and provide details on their year-round activities for both children and adults.
Brandt Pines ski trails are a great way to get out and enjoy the magic of the winter wood, catch glimpses of our winter critters and their tracks, and enjoy the fresh country air. Or, if you prefer, take advantage of the many snowmobile trails to get your winter excitement and enjoyment. Ice fishing, too, is a regular sport that yields great catches on our lakes.
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Abundance of the river valley is on show at
CREX MEADOWS
GRANTSBURG, Wisconsin
— There are few places in the St. Croix Valley that exhibit the abundant diversity of plant and animal life as well as Crex Meadows Wildlife Area in Grantsburg. The height of summer can be a frustrating time for birders looking to add a few news species to their list, but Crex Meadows is a reliable site for harder-to-find birds, such as black-billed cuckoos, black terns and American bitterns. Many waterfowl and wetland birds nest at Crex Meadows, which makes July the perfect time to observe tiny, fluffy chicks from several species.
The preserve also provides habitat for the endangered Blanding's turtle. Occasionally, visitors can even catch sight of a black bear or even a gray wolf. That's to say nothing of the range of plant and insect life that is easily observable in all parts of the preserve (beware the biting flies).
A visitor center and gift shop in the southwest corner of Crex Meadows gives visitors insight into the land's history—it was once drained and used by the Crex Carpet Company to grow wire
grass for its rugs. The wetlands have since been restored, which has attracted not only the wildlife suitable to that habitat, but also the adventurers, game hunters and photographers sure to follow.
Crex Meadows is located at 102 Crex Ave., Grantsburg, Wisconsin. Learn more about the wildlife area at www.crexmeadows.org. See map on page 10.
JACKIE BUSSJAEGER
Trumpeter swans nest in the wetlands at Crex Meadows every year.
The County Seat and much more than the little city that survived an F3 tornado in 2001, Siren rightfully boasts of its arts, amenities and adventure.
Music, theater, artisans and local crafters offer a variety of activities and interests.
Summer months bring an array of family fun. There is music in the park at Crooked Lake all season long and it is a great place to play any time of day. Take a look at the 2001 F3 memorial while you’re there.
A variety of shops, restaurants, resorts, hotels, motels and retailers will prepare you for your activities and to meet all your needs while you visit. Take in a round of golf on a
championship-grade course, or visit the miniature golf course for the little ones.
Siren’s Fourth of July celebration is a mustattend, offering music and a street dance, a parade, 5K and bed races, street vendors and spectacular fireworks.
Many lakes and parks in and near Siren offer
endless adventure and exploration. One can ride a pontoon on Lower Clam Lake, enjoy a family skate at a local skate park or simply relax and enjoy the sights, smells and sounds of this tidy and lively community.
On Siren’s south side is entrance to the 98-mile Gandy Dancer Trail. This multi-use trail system welcomes hikers and bikers in summer months and snowmobilers in the winter. It crosses three counties and offers remarkable views of forest land, lakes and rivers. Along the way, nearby towns provide easy access to both information and supplies.
Webster
The Village of Webster and its surrounding area is a stop you won’t want to miss. From fishing opener through the colors of autumn, Webster offers an abundance of activities. Come winter, plentiful outdoor sports and interests will keep one refreshed in the beautiful north woods.
Founded in 1916, just over 640 people call the quaint Village of Webster home. Named for the “father of the American Dictionary,” Noah Webster, story has it that two Webster pioneers petitioned the federal government for a local post office in 1895. They mistakenly omitted the village name on their request and later wrote back to their congressmen that “the father of the American dictionary is good enough for us.”
Pristine waterways invite fisherman, canoers, birdwatchers, hikers and bikers along their shorelines. Yellow Lake, Devils Lake, the Yellow River and nearby Clam River will fill your plates for dinner with a variety of fish species.
Local trails also offer more activity for hiking and biking with the renowned Gandy Dancer State Trail at Webster’s doorstep. August brings Gandy Dancer Days, a community-wide festival celebrating its namesake. The event strives for an emphasis on “buying local” and supporting local businesses.
In a tradition dating back to 1917, September lights up the village with the sights, sounds and enjoyment of the Central Burnett County Fair, a bustle of activity from livestock competitions to the arts.
Webster offers shops, restaurants, wilderness resorts and retailers to outfit your stay and supply your needs. It hasn’t forgotten our four-legged companions, with a spacious community dog park open daily during daylight hours. Bring the whole family.
Webb Lake
Even more than 60 years ago, the draw of the Webb Lake area was evident. There are 16 named lakes in and around the Webb Lake area, with abundant fish species.
Logging was a big enterprise in the early days. Logs were boomed across Webb Lake into Webb Creek, then down the Namekagon and St. Croix Rivers and into Stillwater, Minn.
Early accounts refer to the town as “Webb’s Lake,” named after a trapper who operated a trading post in the area. Maps from the early 20th century identify the town as Weblake due to the then postal department accepting only one-word names. Why the second “b” in Webb was left out is unknown. The town was almost named Harrison in honor of Army General William Henry Harrison. In 1838, the name “Webb Lake” became official with the postal department.
Several businesses had already sprung up by then, some still
going today. In the 1920s, the Webb Lake Narrows Resort opened its doors. In the 1930s, the first recorded Webb Lake Store began operating, known presently as the Main Store. Today’s Cabaret, a tavern and eatery, also opened in the 1930s under another name.
It was Ivan Johnson, the town’s postmaster, who was most responsible for making Webb Lake a growing concern in the 1940s and 50s. He added feed and flour, tires and clothing to the inventory at the Webb Lake Store. With the help of his wife, he also began marketing ice cream.
The Johnsons built cottages for visiting fishermen. Andrew Kucharski opened the Webb Lake Motel and Guy Johnson built even more cottages – they, too, to lure fishermen.
Webb Lake area residents are proud of their pristine and bountiful waters. Visitors can look forward to their favorite catch, from northern pike to muskies, walleye, large and smallmouth bass, catfish, crappies and a variety of other panfish.
So, throw in a line, enjoy the northern woods and water, and relax in a country cottage or around a campfire. Webb Lake is the perfect backdrop.
Enjoying the car show!
Calendar of Events
Be sure to call ahead or check online for up-to-date information on events.
May 2024
3-5: Earth Arts Spring Tour, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., various locations in Polk County, https://www.earthartswi.org.
25: Webster Arts & Crafts Extravaganza, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Webster High School soccer field, Webster, websterwichamber@gmail.com for more information.
June 2024
1: Spring Poker Run, 8 a.m., Dairyland Outdoor Veterans Retreat, Dairyland, https://www.facebook.com/DOVR.WI.
An old relic!
1: City of Trails 5K & 10K Half and Full Marathon, Snap Fitness, St. Croix Falls, 715-483-9765.
4, 11, 18, 25: Luck Music in the Park, Triangle Park/Centennial Pavilion, Luck, 715-472-2221.
7, 14, 21, 28: Music on the Overlook, 6 p.m., Overlook on the St. Croix River, St. Croix Falls, http://geniusoffun.com.
8: FFA Alumnitractor & Truck Pull, 11 a.m., 10 Robertson Rd, Luck, https://luckffa. wixsite.com/website.
8: Polk County Dairy Breakfast, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Bergmann Dairy Farms, St. Croix Falls, 715-553-2488.
13-16: Frederic Family Days, Village of Frederic, https://discoverfrederic.com.
21-23: Reflections of our Past, Forts Folle Avoine, Danbury, http://www.theforts. org/reflections-of-our-past.html.
22-23: Burnett Arts Festival, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Northwest Passage Gallery, Webster, https://www.burnettareaartsgroup.org.
July 2024
2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Luck Music in the Park, Triangle Park/Centennial Pavilion, Luck, 715-472-2221.
3: Siren Street Dance, 8 p.m., Siren.
4: July 4 Celebration and Parade, 1:30 p.m., Main Street, Webster, https:// websterwisconsin.com/all-events.
5, 12, 19, 26: Music on the Overlook, 6 p.m., Overlook on the St. Croix River, St. Croix Falls, http://geniusoffun.com.
6: Fireworks and July 4 Celebration, 7 p.m., Central Burnett County Fairgrounds, Webster, https://websterwisconsin. com/all-events.
11-13: Heart of the North Spooner Rodeo, Spooner, https://www.spoonerrodeo. com.
19-21: Lucky Days Festival, Downtown Luck, https://luckwisconsin.com.
The Forts...what a gem of a place!
19-21: Wannigan Days, Downtown St. Croix Falls, http://www.geniusoffun.com.
19-21: Grantsburg World Championship Watercross, Grantsburg, https://www. facebook.com/grantsburgwatercross.
19-24: The Great Folle Avoine Fur Trade Rendezvous, Forts Folle Avoine, Danbury, http://www.theforts.org/ great-rendezvous.html.
21: Woolly Mountain Bike Race, 8 a.m., 710 Highway 35 South, St. Croix Falls, https://www.mnmtbseries.com/ woolly-mountain-bike-race.
25-28: Polk County Fair, 8 a.m. – 11 p.m., Fairgrounds, St. Croix Falls, https://polkcountyfair.com.
26-28: Washburn County Fair, Washburn County Fairgrounds, Spooner, https://www.washburncounty.org/ events/annual-events-festivals.
27-28: Indianhead Gem & Mineral Show, 10 a.m., Frederic High School, Frederic, https://cameronamericanlegion.org/ rockclub.html.
August 2024
2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Music on the Overlook, 6 p.m., Overlook on the St. Croix River, St. Croix Falls, http://geniusoffun.com.
6, 13, 20, 27: Luck Music in the Park, Triangle Park/Centennial Pavilion, Luck, 715-472-2221.
9-11: Gandy Dancer Days, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Central Burnett County Fairgrounds, Webster, https://websterwisconsin. com/gandy-dancer-days.
9-11: Arts Alive on 35, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Northwest Passage Art Gallery, Webster, https://www.burnettareaartsgroup.org.
10: Luck Fireman’s Corn Feed, 2 – 7 p.m., Fire Department, Luck, 715-472-2805.
17: Cushing Fun Day & Adult Soapbox Derby, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Community Center, Cushing, 715-488-2463.
17: Summer Music Festival, Forts Folle Avoine, Danbury, http://www.theforts. org/summer-music-festival.html.
18: Youth in the Outdoors, 10 a.m. –1 p.m., Coyland Creek Sporting Clays and Game Preserve, Frederic, https://www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100062342966174.
22-25: Burnett County Agriculture Society Fair, Grantsburg Fair Grounds, https:// www.burnettcoagfair.com.
24: Augtoberfest, 12 – 4 p.m., Central Burnett County Fairgrounds, Webster, https:// websterwisconsin.com/augtoberfest.
September 2024
7: Fall Gallery Arts Happening, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Northwest Passage Gallery, Webster, https://www. burnettareaartsgroup.org.
20-22: Central Burnett County Fair, 8 a.m., Webster Fairgrounds, Webster, https://cbcfair.org.
28: River Road-87 Ramble, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., various locations along River Rd and Highway 87, 715-488-2416.
October 2024
14-6: Dagwaagin Gabeshi, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Forts Folle Avoine, Danbury, http://www.theforts. org/dagwaagin.html.
5: Autumnfest & Craft Fair, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Scenic Overlook, St. Croix Falls, http://www. geniusoffun.com.
12: Gandy Dancer Marathon, 8 a.m., Gandy Dancer Trail, Luck, https:// gandymarathon.net.
The kids had a blast!
12-13: Mixed Sampler Quilt Guild Show, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Webster High School, Webster, https://mixedsampler. wixsite.com/msqg.
26: Halloween Parade, Main Street, Luck, https://luckwisconsin.com/events.
31: Trunk-or-Treat, 4 – 6 p.m., Central Burnett County Fairgrounds, Webster, https:// websterwisconsin.com/all-events.
November 2024
9: Fire Department Venison Feed, 4 p.m., Community Center, Cushing, 715-648-5505.
15-17: Northwoods Arts Holiday Event, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Northwest Passage Gallery, Webster, https://www.burnettareaartsgroup.org.
December 2024
2-7: Rivertown Holiday, Downtown St. Croix Falls, 715-483-3580.
6-7, 14: Christmas at the Forts, 10 a.m. –4 p.m., Forts Folle Avoine, Danbury, http://www.theforts.org/ christmas-at-the-forts.html.
6-8: Holiday Art Sale, Café Wren, Luck, https://www.cafewren.com.
7: Christmas in Frederic, 1 – 3 p.m., Benson Ace Hardware, Frederic, https://discoverfrederic.com.
7: Holiday Experience, various locations in Luck, https://luckwisconsin.com/events.
14: Santa Day, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Larsen Family Public Library, Webster, https://websterwisconsin.com/ all-events.
Frederic
Rising from its humble roots, the Village of Frederic began like many other northern Wisconsin townships, as a logging community. It has maintained its small-town appeal and desirable natural setting all the while developing as a northern Polk County area trade hub.
On the crossroads of Highways 35 and 48, Frederic’s downtown immediately speaks of charm, featuring bakeries, diners and taverns that are all unique and well worth the visit.
The Historic Frederic Art Museum, a 1990s renovation of the old SOO Line Depot originally built in 1901, offers a variety of classes with experienced, practicing instructors and features area artists’ work during its exhibits. The Depot, which served the area until 1982, re-opened as the present-day museum in 2000 and was listed in the National Registry of Historic Places in 2003. One can visit the depot museum on weekends and holidays from Memorial Day weekend through leaf season in October.
Within the village, over 40 acres of public parklands exist for year-round recreation. There is a 20-acre public access lake in Frederic, and the Coon Lake and Trade River Trails offer miles of hiking and skiing. The Gandy Dancer Trail accommodates walkers, hikers and bicyclers in the spring, summer and fall; and snowmobiling is in full swing during winter months.
A visit to Frederic is not soon forgotten, with visitors returning year after year, and some deciding to stay.
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A & H
Crossroads Christian Church
28509 County Road H 715-635-4816
Lakeside Community Lutheran
28626 County Road H 715-635-7791
Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary Catholic County Road A & H 715-866-7321
Alpha
Calvary Covenant 11530 State Road 70 ............... 715-689-2541
Danbury
Danbury United Methodist
7520 Water Street 715-866-8646
Faith Community Church of the Nazarene
7535 Peet Street 715-656-4010
Trinity Lutheran 7575 Center Street 715-866-7191
Our Lady of Perpetual Help 7586 Main Street East ............ 715-866-7321
Falun
First Baptist Church of Falun
23661 Range Line Road ......... 715-689-2125
Trinity Lutheran 10394 State Road 70 715-689-2271
Frederic
Crosswalk Community Church
505 Old County Rd W ........... 715-327-8767
Immanuel Lutheran
201 1st Street South 715-866-7191
Pilgrim Lutheran
507 Wisconsin Ave. N 715-327-8012
Seventh-Day Adventist
605 Benson Road North 715-327-4956
St. Dominic Catholic Church
107 Birch Street West 715-327-8119
St. Luke’s United Methodist
100 Linden Street West .......... 715-327-4436
Zion Lutheran Church of Bone Lake 997 280th Avenue 715-472-8660
Worship
Grantsburg
Bethany Lutheran
22384 State Road 87 715-463-5746
Central United Methodist
301 South Pine Street 715-463-2624
Ekdall Community Church 13295 County Rd F 715-463-5408
Faith Lutheran
421 South Russell Street 715-463-5388
Grace Baptist 716 South Robert Street ......... 715-463-5699
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 411 State Road 70 715-327-8119
Living Hope Fellowship
480 East St. James Ave. ........... 715-463-5794
New Hope Lutheran 685 State Road 70 715-463-5700
Wood River Christian Fellowship 22780 S. Williams Rd. 715-463-2792
Luck
Bone Lake Lutheran Church
1101 255th Avenue 715-472-2535
Luck Lutheran 510 East Foster Avenue 715-472-2605
Faith Fellowship Church 2497 State Road 35 715-472-2677
St. Peters Lutheran Church 1614 270th Ave/Cty Rd B 715-472-8190
West Denmark Lutheran Church 2478 170th Street .................... 715-472-2383
Siren
Bethany Lutheran 24096 First Avenue 715-349-5280
Dwelling Point Church of God 7697 Johnson Street 912-424-5993
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 7816 State Road 70 715-349-7765
Siren Adventure Church 23811 State Road 35 ............... 715-349-5750
Siren Covenant 7686 Lofty Pines Drive 715-349-5601
Siren United Methodist 24005 First Avenue ................. 715-349-2204
Spooner
Spooner Wesleyan Church
1100 West Maple Street 715-635-2768
Cornerstone Christian Church 106 Balsam Street 715-635-9222
First United Pentecostal Church 337 Greenwood Avenue 715-635-8386
St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church
409 North Summit Street 715-635-3105
Spooner United Methodist Church 312 Elm Street ......................... 715-635-3227
Trinity Lutheran Church 1790 Scribner Street 715-635-3603
Spooner Baptist Church W7135 Green Valley Rd ........ 715-635-2277
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church 220 Elm Street 715-635-4707
Faith Lutheran Church W7148 Luther Road 715-635-8167
Living Hope Fellowship 201 East Maple Street ............. 715-635-3546
Beautiful Savior Lutheran N5015 Beaverbrook Ave. 715-635-7672
Trade Lake
Trade Lake Baptist 20750 County Road Z 715-327-8402
Zion Lutheran Church of Trade Lake 11840 County Road Z 715-327-8384
Trade River
Trade River Evangelical Free 20296 State Road 87 715-488-2296
Webster
Burnett County Church of Christ 7425 West Birch Street ........... 715-866-7157
First Baptist Church 7422 West Kola Street 715-866-4111
Grace United Mthodist 26503 Muskey Avenue N ....... 715-866-8646
Our Redeemer Lutheran 26681 Lakeland Ave. N 715-866-7191
St. John the Baptist Catholic 26455 Muskey Avenue S. 715-866-7321
Yellow Lake Lutheran 7615 County Road U 715-349-8281
Check your local church website for worship times & dates
Luck Municipal Golf Course
1520 South Shore Drive, Luck 715-472-2939
Frederic Golf Course
905 South Wisconsin Avenue, Frederic 715-327-8250 fredericgolfcourse.com
Grantsburg Golf Course
333 West Street George Avenue, Grantsburg 715-463-2300 • golfgrantsburg.com
Siren National Golf Club
8606 Waldora Road, Siren 715-349-8000 • sirennational.com
Moose Mulligan’s
Adventure Mini Golf
24235 1st Avenue, Siren 715-349-5454 • moosemulligans.net
Tjader Acres
Disc Golf Course
8687 State Road 70, Siren 651-442-5961 • facebook.com/tjaderacres
Fox Run Golf Course
27536 WI-35, Webster 715-866-7953 • foxrun.golf
Whitetail Wilderness Golf Course
27225 State Road 35, Webster 715-866-8276
Sand Greens Country Club
28281 French Road, Danbury 715-791-0052 facebook.com/sandgreenscountryclub
Voyager Village Golf
28851 Kilkare Road, Danbury 715-259-3910 • voyagervillage.com/golf
Spooner Golf Club
W6120 County Highway H, Spooner 715-635-3580 • spoonergolf.com
Butternut Hills Golf
N2981 Golf Road, Sarona 715-635-8563 butternuthillsgolf.com
Fun times in Luck, WI
Luck
Amidst a bounty of natural beauty, the community of Luck is a gem nestled just east of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.
Incorporated in 1905, Luck’s notoriety and much of its history comes from a simple and popular toy – the Yo-Yo.
“The Yo-Yo Capital of the World,” Luck’s nickname, rose to fame in 1946 when the Duncan Yo-Yo Company opened its factory. Luck was chosen as the factory location with its seemingly endless supply of valuable Maple trees used in production. At its peak, the Duncan Yo-Yo Company manufactured 3,600 wooden yo-yos an hour, according to the Wisconsin Historical Society. When the rise of plastics came about, the factory left Luck, though the nickname stuck.
One of the newest additions to the Wisconsin State Park system, Straight Lake State Park was dedicated in 2010.
The 2,780-acre park runs adjacent to the 1,325-acre Straight Lake State Wildlife Area, both offering captivating views and outdoor activities. A portion of the 1,000-mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail winds through the park’s glacially carved landscape.
The Gandy Dancer State Trail provides for hiking and biking from spring through fall, and snowmobiling during winter months. Straight Lake is a hiker’s paradise and reserved for them alone.
Luck offers dining, lodging, shopping and a variety of vendors to make your stay in this geologically fascinating area easy. Come explore with us.
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Spooner
Founded in 1883 as the hub of the famous “Omaha X,” the place where four lines of railroad track converged, it is long regarded as the “Crossroads of the North.” By rail, it marked the division point between Lake Superior and St. Paul, Minn. Passenger service on the rail was discontinued in 1961; however, in its heyday, 22 passenger trains travelled through Spooner daily.
The city’s growth around the railroad is apparent and its residents are proud of its heritage. Today, the Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad runs excursions in the summer and provides bed and breakfast facilities; and the City of Spooner features a museum highlighting the busy and productive railroad era. Spooner is so much more than its history. Its numerous area lakes, parks and trails give visitors ample opportunity for year-round fishing, summer hiking and biking as well as winter activities. Plenty of restaurants, taverns and specialty shops will fill all your hungers. Travel to the “Crossroads” and experience the “North.”
Fishing in BurnettCounty
RIVER LANDINGS LAKE LANDINGS Outdoors The
Clam River
• North and east of Grantsburg on Cty. F to S. River Rd., south and west to river.
• North of Siren to Kruger Rd., east on Kruger Rd. and Pike Bend Rd. to river.
Namekagon River
• Namekagon Trail Landing, east of Danbury on State Rd 77 to Namekagon Trail Rd., north to river.
• McDowell Bridge Landing, east of Danbury on State Rd. 77 to River Rd., north to river.
St. Croix River
• Cty. O, south of Grantsburg, west on Cty. O to river.
• Hwy. 70, west of Grantsburg to river.
• Sand Rock Cliffs, west of Grantsburg to Soderbeck Rd., north to Benson Rd., west to river.
• Soderbeck Landing, west of Grantsburg to Soderbeck Rd., north to Ferry Rd., west to river.
• Nelson Landing Road, north of Grantsburg on Cty. F to Nelson Landing Rd.
• Norway Point Landing, north and east of Grantsburg on Cty. F to Norway Pt. Rd.
• Thayer’s Landing, Hwy. 77, west of Danbury to river.
• Riverside Landing, Hwy. 35 north of Danbury to river.
• CCC Bridge Landing, north of Danbury to St. Croix Trail Rd., east to river.
Yellow River
• East of Webster on Cty. A to Connors Bridge Rd.
Danbury area
• Burlingame Lake, 26 Lake Rd. to lake.
• Ham Lake, Cty. C to Sweiger Rd.
• Johnson Lake, Cty. C to S. Johnson Rd.
• Loon Lake, Cty. C to Sweiger Rd., to Sweltzer Rd., to Bridge Rd.
• Round Lake, Hwy. 35 south to Round Lake Rd.
• Tabor Lake, west side of lake.
Grantsburg area
• Big Wood Lake, Hwy. 70 to Cty. Rd Y south to North Shore Rd.
• Little Wood Lake, Hwy. 70, south on Little Wood Lake Rd.
• Spirit Lake, Cty Rd. M, to Whispering Pines Rd., to Spirit Lake access.
• Trade Lake, just off Cty. Rd. Z on Lakewood Drive.
Hertel area
• Bashaw Lake, Cty. H to Bashaw Lake Rd.
• Big Sand Lake, Hwy. 70 to lake access.
• Pokegema Lake, Cty. X to Vesley Rd.
• Poquettes Lake, Hwy. 70 to Scenic View Lane.
• Round Lake, Cty. X to Mangelsen Rd.
Siren area
• Clam Lake, Cty. Rd. B to Herman Rd.
• Clam Lake, Hwy. 70 to Clam Narrows.
• Clear Lake, Hwy. 35 South, in Siren.
• Crooked Lake, Hwy. 35 North, in Siren.
• Doctor Lake, Old Hwy. 35 to Doctor Lake Rd.
• Fish Lake, Old Hwy. 35 to Fish Lake Rd.
• Mud Hen Lake, just off Hwy. 70 on Daniels 70.
• Sand Lake, Cty. Rd. B to Gordan Rd.
• Viola Lake, Hwy. 70 to Viola Lake Rd.
Webb Lake/A&H area
• Big McKenzie Lake, Cty. A to Cty. E.
• Big McKenzie Lake, 1150 West Point Rd.
• Cadotte Lake, Long Lake Rd., to Kilkare Rd., to Voyager Rd.
• Des Moines Lake, Cty. H to De Moines Lake Rd.
• Fish Lake, Long Lake Rd. to Pine Knoll Rd.
• Gaslyn Lake, Cty. H, just north of Cty. G.
• Goose Lake, Cty H to Kessler Rd.
• Green Lake, Cty. A to Pratt Rd.
• Lily Lake, from Hwy. 77, Nicaboyne Lake Rd.
• Little McGraw Lake, from Hwy. 35 east on St. Croix Trail.
• Lipsett Lake, Cty. G, to Lipsett Lake Rd., to Dock Lake Rd.
• Mallard Lake, Cty. A to Mallard Lake Rd.
• Middle McKenzie Lake, Cty. A to Christner Rd.
• Nicaboyne Lake, from Hwy. 77, Nicaboyne Lake Rd.
• Point Lake, Cty. A to Alden Rd.
• Rice Lake, Cty. G. just off Cty. H.
• Rooney Lake, Cty. H to Swiss Trail.
• Sand Lake, Cty. A to near Kilkare Rd.
• Sand Lake, Cty. A to Leef Rd.
• Twenty-Six Lake, 26 Lake Rd. to Johnson Rd.
• Webb Lake, Hwy. 77.
Webster area
• Devils Lake, Cty. A to Stone Rd, to Devils Lake Rd.
• Big Lake, Cty. A to lake.
• Yellow Lake, Hwy. 35 North.
• Yellow Lake, Cty. Rd U to Lake Ave. to Park St.
For snowmobiling enthusiasts, December 1st can’t come soon enough. Weather permitting, that’s the day the snowmobiling season opens.
Snowmobiling
Burnett County boasts 332 miles of snowmobile trails — including both county forest land and private land.
While the Burnett County Forest Department conducts maintenance on these trails, it falls to seven snowmobile clubs to keep the trails groomed and in pristine condition.
Members of these clubs, Cozy Corners, Lakes and Pines, Lake Country Riders, Phantom Trail Riders, SNOWS, Wonderland and the Burnett County Snow Trails Association, love their sport and work diligently to provide the best experience possible.
Similar to the Gandy Dancer Trail, these trails run through or close to communities where riders can refuel — both their machine and themselves.
Snowmobiling is one thing, but add in winter use all-terrain vehicles, UTVs and frozen ground trails and there’s a whole bonanza of motorized winter sport opportunities awaiting the cold weather enthusiast.
For maps or further information, contact the forestry department at 715-349-2157, extension 3 or navigate to www.burnettcounty.com/index.aspx, click on “Things to Do” and select “Outdoor Activities -Snowmobile Trails” from the drop-down menu.
Burnett County Forest and Parks ATV/UTV Questions &
Regulations
Q: Where can I ride my ATV/UTV in Burnett County?
A: It depends on the season
Fire Season
(April 1 to the Friday before Memorial Day)
During this time all trails are closed due to the risk of fire, and many trails are too wet to support ATV/UTV traffic.
Summer
(Friday before Memorial Day through September 15)
During this time you may only operate your ATV/UTV on State-Funded Summer-use Trails (white blazers). These trails are shown on the Summer Use ATV Map. Only machines meeting the state definition of an ATV/UTV are allowed on these trails. All other trails are closed to ATV/UTV use.
Hunting Season
(September 16 through November 30)
In this season, you may operate your ATV/UTV on existing logging roads, fire lanes, and snow trails located on County Forest Land, as long as they are not bermed, gated, or signed as closed. Open logging roads must be at least (8) feet wide in order to ride them. No off trail use is allowed and operation on private lands is illegal unless you have permission from the private landowner. Please contact individual townships for their rules and regulations for ATV/UTV use on their town
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roads during this time of year. These trails are also currently multi-use trails, which means that any street legal, licensed vehicles can be on these trails. It's also important to note that these trails are not being maintained during this time of year. It is your responsibility to know whose land you are riding on!
Winter
(December 1 through March 31)
During this time you may operate your ATV/UTV on StateFunded Winter-ATV trails when a 4" groomed snow base is present (blue blazers). These trails are shown on the Snow Trails Map in blue. If there is no snow, the Frozen Ground ATV Winter Trail will be open for use once the ground is frozen (green blazers). These trails are shown on the back of the Winter Trail Map. All other trails are closed to ATV/UTV use.
Additional Regulations for all seasons:
• Your ATV/UTV must be registered or licensed
• Your ATV/UTV must be equipped with a US Forest Service tested, rated, and approved spark arrestor in working order
• No Crazy Driving! You don't know what or who is around the next corner! Ride responsibly.
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• You can't operate your ATV or UTV in any wetlands or within 50 feet of the ordinary high water mark of any surface water, unless you are on a designated trail.
• It is illegal to operate your ATV or UTV on Burnett County Lands when County or State Emergency Fire Regulations are in effect, or when WDNR Wild Fire Danger is posted at a "RED FLAG ALERT."
• Please note: ATV/UTV use is only allowed on the Gandy Dancer Trail south of Hwy 77 during the Winter Riding Season once trails are open.
• Stay on the trail. No off-trail riding.
• It is illegal for you to operate your ATV or UTV on any trail or road that has been gated, bermed, or signed as closed.
• It is illegal to operate your ATV or UTV at speeds greater than posted speeds on any route; or exceed speeds designated in State Statute 23.33(3)(g) when near dwellings or pedestrians.
• It is illegal to operate your ATV or UTV at speeds greater than 30 MPH on any ATV trail.
• Off-road motorcycles and/or any unlicensed or unregistered vehicles are not allowed.
Be a part of the solution: Report violations! Violations can be reported by calling the Burnett County Sheriff's Department at 715-349-2121
Off-Trail Riding is NOT Allowed!
Only registered machines meeting the Wisconsin State Statute definition of an ATV or UTV are allowed on the trail system.
ATV definition is: An engine-driven device which has a net weight of 900 pounds or less; which has a width of 50 inches or less; which is equipped with a seat designed to be straddled by the operator and which is designed to travel on 3 or more low-pressure tires. A low-pressure tire is a tire which has a minimum width of 6 inches and that is designed to be inflated with an operating pressure not to exceed 20 pounds per square inch as recommended by the manufacturer.
UTV definition is: A motor driven device that is designed to be used primarily off of a highway and that has, and was
originally manufactured with, all of the following: a net weight of less than 2,000 pounds; a cargo box; a steering wheel; a tail light; a brake light; 2 headlights; a width of not more than 65 inches; seats for at least 2 occupants on non-straddled seats; seat belts; and roll bar or similar device designed to reduce the likelihood that an occupant would be crushed as the result of a rollover of the device.
A golf cart, low-speed vehicle, dune buggy, mini-truck, tracked vehicle, and vehicles that meet federal motor vehicle safety standards are not considered Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV).
For current definition go to: http://dnr.wi.gov/Permits/registrationandtitling.html#1
Blazer Colors: Orange
Snowmobile Trails
Blue
Winter-use ATV Trails
White
Summer-use ATV Trails
Green
Frozen ground ATV Trails
Maps are available at many locations throughout the County or from the Burnett County Tourism Office
Phone: 1-800-788-3164
Email: bctour@sirentel.net
Burnett County Forest and Parks
Airport Terminal Building 7425 County Road 5 Siren, WI 54872
Phone: 715-349-2157
www.burnettcounty.com/trails
