2014 Vilas County Visitor Guide by Pilch & Barnet

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VILAS COUNTY These are your moments

Welcome to Vilas County, Wisconsin’s premier lakeside vacation destination. This beautiful corner of the Northwoods is home to more than 50 designated trails, 73 rivers and streams and over 1,300 lakes, one of the largest concentrations of freshwater lakes on earth. You’ll also find hundreds of shops, galleries and restaurants as well as hundreds of resorts, cabins, motels and other lodging options—visit vilas.org for more information.

Table of Contents

Online Tools Vilas.org – Everything you need to plan the perfect trip Facebook.com/VilasCounty – Stay up to date on Wisconsin’s most beautiful county Twitter.com/VilasCounty – Follow all the Northwoods happenings Pinterest.com/VilasCounty – See beautiful Northwoods images E-newsletters – Visit vilas.org and sign up for information-packed, FREE e-newsletters Trail Reports – Go to vilas.org for current trail conditions Start planning your trip to Vilas County NOW!

Communities 4-6 Hidden Gems 7 Land Recreation 8-9 Water Recreation 10-11 Public Access Waterways Directory 12-15 Musky Memories 16 Fishing Events & Tournaments 17 Calendar of Events 18-22 Recurring Events 23 Seasonal Fun 24-25 Museums 26 Maps Introduction 27 Vilas County Map 28-29 Trail Maps 30-44 Area Business Partners Advertiser Index 44 Accommodations 45-47 Attractions 47-48 Chambers of Commerce 49-51 Art Galleries 51 Medical Services 51 Construction 52 Financial 52 General Services 52 Dining 53 Golf 53 Recreation 54 Recreational Rentals 54 Miscellaneous 54

Photos in this guide have been generously provided courtesy of: Barb Konopacki, Bruce Nelson, Cathy Logan-Weber, Dennis Connell, Diane Misina, Discover Wisconsin, Eric Johnson, Gerry Grzyb, Jill Metrusias, Kim Walker-Daniels, Linda Nevermann, North Lakeland Discovery Center, Shelly Huske, Tom Daggert and the communities of Vilas County. This publication is produced by Pilch & Barnet, Inc. (608.242.8895, pilchbarnet.com) for Vilas County Tourism & Publicity. All rights reserved by Vilas County Tourism & Publicity. We have done our best to provide the most accurate, up-to-date information in this guide. Trails, lake access, business and attraction hours, event dates and other details may have changed since publication. We apologize for any inaccurate information or errors.

Boulder Junction • Conover • Eagle River • Lac du Flambeau • Land O’ Lakes • Manitowish Waters Minocqua Area • Phelps • Presque Isle • Sayner/Star Lake • St. Germain • Winchester vilas.org

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PRESQUE ISLE

MANITOWISH WATERS

LAND O’ LAKES BOULDER JUNCTION

CONOVER

PHELPS

SAYNER

LAC DU FLAMBEAU MINOCQUA AREA

STAR LAKE

ST. GERMAIN

EAGLE RIVER

Wisconsin’s friendly Northwoods

COMMUNITIES The 12 communities of Vilas County offer family-owned resorts, charming bed & breakfasts, comfortable motels and spacious vacation rentals. Each community is unique. Take some time to explore these one-of-a-kind small towns full of shopping, dining and lodging options.

Boulder Junction

Conover

Eagle River

Boulder Junction is the Musky Capital of

Your adventure begins in Conover! In 1891,

For many vacationers, the Eagle River chain

the World®. You’ll find 194 lakes within nine

early settler Seth Conover started his own

of 28 lakes is their Northwoods home away

miles of downtown Boulder Junction, and

hunting club in this beautiful corner of

from home, a place to fish, boat and relax.

five cross-country ski trails within a five-

Vilas County. Since then, the community of

Eagle River is also the “Snowmobile Capital

minute drive. The community is also home to

Conover has been a wilderness escape for

of the World,” offering 500 miles of groomed

a unique trail system which includes paved

hunters, anglers and families. Conover is

snowmobile trails and hosting the annual

and unpaved hiking and biking trails. Local

beautiful and inviting. The area’s untouched

World Championship Snowmobile Derby.

snowmobile trails connect with thousands

forests offer amazing fall color, a dazzling

Families won’t want to miss Eagle River’s

of miles of area trails. Stroll through Boulder

panorama of vibrant hues. In the winter,

Northwoods Children’s Museum. Downtown

Junction and explore unique shops and

Conover hosts more than 70 miles of well-

Eagle River offers shops, restaurants and all

galleries and some of the best restaurants

groomed and marked snowmobile trails.

the amenities you need for a great trip. Come

in northern Wisconsin. Re-discover a true

Year-round, Conover is Your Starting Point of

and see what’s waiting for you in Eagle River,

classic.

Adventure.

Where Great Times Come with the Territory.

800.466.8759 | boulderjct.org

866.394.4386 | conover.org

800.359.6315 | eagleriver.org

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Lac du Flambeau

Land O’Lakes

Manitowish Waters

Waswagoning, “a place where they fish by

Land O’ Lakes offers more than 100 lakes,

Manitowish Waters is the Original “Up North”

torchlight,” is the name the Ojibwe gave

including the Cisco Chain and Lac Vieux

Experience! Nestled in the Northern Highland-

their Northwoods home. French fur traders

Desert, source of the Wisconsin River and

American Legion State Forest, the township

named the area Lac du Flambeau, “Lake of

home of the world-record tiger musky. This

features the famous Manitowish Waters chain

the Torch.” Lush forests, abundant wildlife,

beautiful forested country offers endless

of 10 connected lakes. The community hosts

250 lakes and miles of snowmobile trails

fishing, hunting and outdoor water sports

Northwoods Bad-Dash, a four-mile, 12-

combine with a modern resort, a casino and

opportunities. Bike and hike the 12-mile

obstacle adventure run on Labor Day weekend.

cultural attractions to create a true year-

paved Land O’ Lakes Bike/Pedestrian

Cranberry marsh tours are offered every Friday

round destination. Visit the George W. Brown

Trail. Winter means cross-country skiing,

during the summer. Visit Little Bohemia, where

Jr. Ojibwe Museum and Cultural Center and

snowshoeing, skating, ice fishing and

John Dillinger had his 1934 shootout with the

attend the traditional pow wows, held every

snowmobiling. Land O’ Lakes offers an art

FBI. Beautiful accommodations, quaint shops,

Thursday in the summer. Come to Lac du

gallery, museums, shops, restaurants, many

friendly service and fabulous restaurants

Flambeau and Refresh Your Spirit.

types of lodging and more.

await you in Manitowish Waters.

Minocqua Area

Phelps

Presque Isle

The Minocqua area is Nature’s Original

A beautiful community nestled within the

Presque Isle is known as Wisconsin’s Last

Water Park, offering the very best scenery,

650,000-acre Nicolet National Forest, Phelps is

Wilderness. This 77-square-mile area of lakes

outdoor recreation and fun attractions.

a wonderful place to visit, explore and have fun.

and forests at the far northern border of

A favorite among vacationers young and

The heart of the community overlooks beautiful

Vilas County is your jumping-off point for trail

old, generation after generation, the area

North Twin Lake, one of the many premier

adventures into the national forests of Wisconsin

has activities and events for every season.

fishing and recreational lakes in the township.

and the Upper Peninsula. In addition to great

From bicycling, boating and hiking to

The high elevation (1,736 feet) means clean

fishing, Presque Isle offers trail users mountain

snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and ice

water, clean air and an abundance of snow

biking, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.

fishing, your days will be spent having fun

each winter for recreational pursuits. From

The glacial hills and crystal waters are well

and making memories. Book your vacation

spring to summer, autumn to winter, you’ll find

suited to contemplative outdoor endeavors

today. See why the Minocqua area is one

a lot to do, from boating, fishing, hiking and

such as hiking and photography, as well as

of Wisconsin’s most popular vacation

skiing to photography and more. Visit Phelps

more fast-paced activities like waterskiing and

destinations.

for a true Northwoods experience.

snowmobiling. Photo courtesy of Bruce Nelson.

877.588.3346 | lacduflambeauchamber.com

800.446.6784 | minocqua.org

800.236.3432 | landolakes-wi.org

715.545.3800 | phelpswi.us

888.626.9877 | manitowishwaters.org

888.835.6508 | presqueisle.com

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Sayner/Star Lake

St. Germain

Winchester

Sayner and Star Lake combine the richness

St. Germain has been catering to

Located in the northwest corner of Vilas

of the area’s natural wilderness—the call of

vacationers for more than a century. Find

County, Winchester offers outdoor enthusiasts

the loon, the whispering of tall pines, the

trails for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing,

the chance for an unforgettable vacation.

sound of fish jumping from pristine waters—

biking, hiking and lakeside strolls, including

The first resort in Winchester was built in

with recreational amenities, including a nine-

the 12.5-mile paved Bike and Hike Trail.

1893, and vacationers have been coming to

hole golf course, paved bike trails, groomed

Pristine lakes and woodlands offer fishing

this beautiful community ever since. Today,

snowmobile and cross-country ski trails, as

and hunting. Golf the scenic 18-hole

pine forests and fresh, clean lakes frame the

well as an abundance of fine restaurants,

St. Germain Golf Course. Year-round, you’ll

township. Quiet shorelines echo the call of

supper clubs and unique retail shops. Find

find top-notch accommodations, friendly

the loon. Bald eagles soar high above the

yourself in Sayner/Star Lake—a vacation spot

restaurants and unique shops. For an

treetops. Trails offer snowmobiling, hiking and

you’ll want to come home to.

authentic Northwoods experience, look no

biking. Whatever activity you choose, you’ll

further than St. Germain.

find pristine peacefulness in Winchester—

715.542.3789 | sayner-starlake.org

800.727.7203 | st-germain.com

715.686.2232 | winchester-wi.org

winter, spring, summer or fall.

A beautiful morning on a Vilas County lake.

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It’s time to explore

HIDDEN GEMS See bald eagle nests and beautiful wetlands. Visit the source of the Wisconsin River. Tour cranberry marshes. Learn about Vilas County’s most interesting and scenic places. 1. Blackjack Springs No-motor Wilderness Area – Eight miles east of Eagle River

Find the location of hidden gems on the map on pages 28-29.

2. Burnt Rollways Dam – Linking the Three Lakes and Eagle River chains of lakes

Find more information about Vilas County’s hidden gems at

3. Cathedral Point’s 130-foot pines – Between North and South Trout Lake near Boulder Junction

vilas.org/outdoor-fun/attractions

4. St. Lawrence–Mississippi River Watershed Divide – Hwy B, west of Land O’ Lakes 5. Lake Michigan–Chippewa River Watershed Divide – Hwy 70, 10 miles east of Eagle River 6. Cranberry Marshes near Alder and Trout Lakes in Manitowish Waters 7. Historic Rest Lake Dam at Hwy W in Manitowish Waters 8. Historic Fishtrap Dam at Fishtrap Lake near Boulder Junction 9. Historic Bear Creek Dam in Lac du Flambeau 10. Northwoods Wildlife Center in Minocqua 11. Lac Vieux Desert – Source of the Wisconsin River 12. Little Bohemia – Dillinger’s Hideout in Manitowish Waters 13. Military Road – Phelps to east of Eagle River 14. Rustic Road 60 (R60) 15. Shanty Boy Hill Cemetery honoring fallen lumberjacks 16. Star Lake Forestry Plantation, established in 1913 17. Trees for Tomorrow in Eagle River 18. William J. Poupart Sr. Fish Hatchery in Lac du Flambeau 19. North Lakeland Discovery Center in Manitowish Waters 20. Eagle nests along lakes and flowages throughout the county 21. State wildlife areas throughout the county

Cranberries reign in Vilas County.

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Ready to hit the trails?

FORESTS AND TRAILS Bike through towering forests. Hike pristine wilderness areas. Go birdwatching in rare woodland habitats. Cross-country ski along perfectly groomed trails through a silent forest. Ride the finest snowmobile trails in the Midwest. Vilas County offers the best in year-round outdoor recreation. Biking – Choose from dozens of exciting woodland trails, including challenging single-track courses as well as trails suitable for beginners. Paved trails offer touring cyclists a leisurely bike ride through forested areas. Trails run along beautiful lakes, pass through scenic wilderness areas and connect friendly communities. Vilas County is truly one of the best places to bike in the state. Hiking – Vilas County is perhaps the best place in Wisconsin for a Big Crooked Lake

MAP KEY

Dairymens

Allen

Paved Trails

Boulder Lake

Paved Road

Airport

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Handicap Acce

Boulder Junction

Restroom

walk in the woods. You’ll find rugged trails for experienced hikers as well as many level trails perfect for a relaxing stroll. Abundant wildlife, quiet forest glades and inspiring waterscapes await you on the hiking trails of Vilas County.

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North Trout Lake

Day Lake

Birdwatching – The mix of new and mature forests that covers Vilas

Diamond Lake

Allequash Lake

Trout Lake

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Crystal Lake

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County provides excellent habitat for woodland birds. Birdwatchers will have a chance to see a number of rare birds, including gray jays, black-backed woodpeckers, ospreys and a variety of warblers. See

COMING SOON

map on pages 28-29 for birding hotspots locations.

New comprehensive trail map and app featuring landand water-based trails. Available Spring 2014.

Golf – There’s no better way to experience the beauty of the Northwoods

than playing a round on one of Vilas County’s scenic courses.

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Disc Golf – Disc golf courses are available at Brandy Lake Park in Arbor Vitae and at Northland Pines High School in Eagle River. Cross-country Skiing – Wherever you are in Vilas County, you’re just minutes from a cross-country ski trail. Many of the biking/ hiking/birding trails are transformed by winter’s white into high-quality cross-country ski trails. Snowshoeing – The trails and logging roads

of adventure for the snowshoe-shod trail

Top Family Fun Activities – Forests and trails

trekker, including several groomed trails.

Here are just a few Vilas County activities your family will love.

Snowmobiling – Ride more than 600 miles

1. Hiking – See pages 30-44 for hiking trail maps.

of expertly groomed snowmobile trails,

2. Biking – See pages 30-44 for biking opportunities.

connecting the 12 communities and linking

3. Northwoods Children’s Museum – 23 hands-on exhibits. See page 26.

riders to thousands more miles of trails

4. Local History Museums – See page 26 for a complete list of museums.

running throughout the Northwoods. You’ll

5. Movie Theaters – Catch a movie in Eagle River or the Minocqua Area.

find all the snowmobile-related amenities

6. Campfire – Tell ghost stories and roast marshmallows.

and services you need for a safe and

7. Stargazing – See countless stars and the Northern Lights.

enjoyable ride.

8. Festivals – Join in the fun at many unique annual celebrations.

of the county’s 240,000 acres of public forest lands provide hundreds of miles

9. Fun parks – Enjoy horseback riding, go-carts, miniature golf and more. For complete, up-to-date information on

10. Birdwatching – See pages 28-29 for top birdwatching locations.

Vilas County’s recreation options and

11. Snowshoeing – See pages 30-44 for trail maps.

downloadable trail maps, visit vilas.org.

12. Cross-country skiing – See pages 30-44 for trail maps. 13. Snowmobiling – Ride endless miles of snowy trails.

For Vilas County trail maps, see pages 30-44.

Start planning the perfect family vacation today—visit vilas.org.

Ride more than 600 miles of Vilas County snowmobile trails.

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Wisconsin’s Lake Country

LAKES AND WATERWAYS The landscape of Vilas County provides woods and water for all to enjoy. Boaters can explore several lake chains. Anglers will find some of the best fishing in the state. Swimmers will enjoy crystal-clear waters. There’s no better place in the Midwest for a lakeside vacation. The lakes of Vilas County are special. Their clarity and beauty are

that then filled with water. For countless generations, Native

unsurpassed in the Midwest. Many lakes are lightly developed,

Americans made their homes along the shores, depending on these

allowing for untouched shorelines and superior water quality. Healthy

waters for their sustenance.

forests and wetlands help to keep lakes clean and clear. The wellbeing of the lakes is a priority for Vilas County’s 12 communities.

Headwaters – The Wisconsin River winds its way through the state for

Public access to Vilas County’s lakes is outstanding, as there are

420 miles. The river finds its source in the pure waters of Lac Vieux

more than 200 public access landings of various types. The range of

Desert, a 2,853-acre lake near the Wisconsin-Michigan border.

choices for boaters, anglers and paddlers is nearly endless.

From here, the river begins its journey to the Mississippi River. The clean waters of Vilas County teem with life, including musky, walleye,

Story of the Lakes – The 1,300 lakes of Vilas County trace their

northern pike, bass, crappie, bluegill and yellow perch. Several of

origins back 10,000 years to the last Ice Age. Immense chunks of ice

Vilas County’s lakes are so deep, cold and pure that they harbor

left behind by the glaciers slowly melted, leaving behind depressions

whitefish and lake trout.

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Fishing – The musky fishing in Vilas County

Waterskiing, Tubing and Boating –

is second to none. Not only does Vilas

Waterskiing and tubing are popular Vilas

County produce some of the biggest

County activities. The many varied lakes

muskies caught each year, but area lakes

in Vilas County offer nearly unlimited

are also known for their large populations of

recreational opportunities. If cruising along

legal-sized fish. If you’re looking to catch a

in a pontoon boat is more your style, you’ll

musky, you need to fish Vilas County.

also find opportunities aplenty.

The bass fishing in Vilas County is outstanding. Largemouth bass lurk in shallow backwaters and bays. Smallmouth bass are found in deeper water. Vilas County lakes harbor some of the biggest, most beautiful smallmouth bass in the state. Anglers enjoy Vilas County waters for

Protected Waters – The 232,000-acre Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest protects many large bodies of water, including 3,800-acre Trout Lake, the largest lake in Vilas County. The many public boat landings in the state forest afford anglers access to pristine lakes and quality fishing. The Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest protects smaller lakes as well. Many

the diversity of fishing opportunities on

of these shimmering gems are unnamed.

countless lakes. Catch everything from

Accessing some of the forest’s smaller lakes

crappie, yellow perch and bluegill to hard-

may require a walk through the woods, but a

fighting walleye and pike. Many streams

resourceful angler or paddler who is willing to

and several lakes hold trout. Crystal-clear

go for a hike can find unbelievable fishing in

water and wooded shorelines make it a joy

these virgin waters.

to be out on the lake, whether you’re fishing, boating, paddling or waterskiing.

Ever-Changing Scenery – Perhaps the best

Canoeing, Kayaking and Stand-up

scenery. A bald eagle gazes out from a barren

Paddleboarding – With more than 1,300

tree along the wooded shore. Loons singing in

find hidden ponds and quiet waters. Take a canoe trip through one of Vilas County’s multi-lake chains and stop at lakeside restaurants along the way. Swimming – The crystal-clear water of Vilas County’s lakes is ideal for swimming. Most

Here are just a few Vilas County activities your family will love. 1. Boating and pontooning – Enjoy a Northwoods cruise. 2. Fishing – See pages 12-17 for

thing about Vilas County’s lakes is the

lakes and 73 rivers and streams, you can

Top Family Fun Activities – Lakes and Waterways

the morning swim slowly across the glass-like surface. Trees are reflected on the lake, setting the waves afire with autumn color. Lakeside cottages and pine trees sleep quietly beneath a blanket of snow. If you’re looking for fun, beauty and tranquility, you need to head north to Vilas County, a lakeside vacation destination 10,000 years in the making.

boating and fishing information. 3. Paddling and stand-up paddleboarding – See pages 12-15 for lake information. 4. Swimming – Take a dip in clean, clear water. 5. Waterskiing – Go racing through the waves. 6. Tubing – Bounce and splash across the lake. 7. Relaxing on a beach – You’ll find sandy beaches on a number of lakes.

lakes stay clear even through the hottest

The Lake Directory on the following pages

summer months. Many resorts and lodging

Start planning the perfect family vacation

provides information for Vilas County lakes

properties offer swimming areas. You’ll even

today—visit vilas.org.

with public access.

find sandy beaches on a number of the lakes. Spend the day frolicking in the water. Wade along the shore, skip stones or take in the scenery. Or, spend an afternoon in a lounge chair, reading a book, soaking up the sun and enjoying the tranquility.

Paddle on a quiet Vilas County lake.

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BOAT LANDING: CI - Carry-In GR - Gravel Ramp PR - Paved Ramp UR - Unimproved Ramp

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Lake Map

ADELADE LAKE ALDER LAKE ALLEQUASH LAKE ALLEQUASH SPRINGS ALMA LAKE ANNA BELLE LAKE ANNE LAKE ANVIL LAKE ARROWHEAD LAKE AURORA LAKE BAKER LAKE BALLARD LAKE BALLARD/IRVING LAKE BENSON LAKE BIG ARBOR VITAE LAKE (North) BIG ARBOR VITAE LAKE (Southeast) BIG ARBOR VITAE LAKE (Southwest) BIG GIBSON LAKE BIG LAKE BIG LAKE BIG LAKE - CAMPGROUND BIG MUSKELLUNGE LAKE BIG MUSKELLUNGE LAKE BIG MUSKELLUNGE LAKE - CAMPGROUND BIG PORTAGE BIG ST. GERMAIN LAKE BIG SAND LAKE BIRCH LAKE BITTERSWEET LAKE BLACK OAK LAKE BLUEBERRY LAKE BOOT LAKE BOULDER LAKE BOULDER LAKE BRANDY LAKE BUG LAKE CAMP LAKE CATFISH LAKE CIRCLE LILY LAKE CLAIR LAKE CLEAR LAKE CLEAR LAKE COOKS LAKE

Max. Depth (ft)

LAKE NAME

LOCATION: Arbor Vitae - AV Boulder Junction - BJ Cloverland - CL Conover - CO Eagle River - ER Lac du Flambeau - LF Land O’ Lakes - LL Lincoln - LI Manitowish Waters - MW Minocqua - MA Phelps - PH

This directory includes only lakes offering public access. Information for this grid provided by Wisconsin DNR Lakes Publication FH-800 and the Vilas County Land & Water Conservation Department.

Area (acres)

LAKE TYPE: DG - Drainage Lake DN - Drained Lake SE - Seepage Lake SP - Spring Lake

SPECIES OF FISH: A - Abundant C - Common P - Present

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LAKE WATERS BY GAME FISH SPECIES: Lakes Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472 Walleye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Musky . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Northern Pike . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

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MUSKY MEMORIES Thank you for 50 years of the Musky Marathon. Over the past 50 years, there have been a lot of changes in musky fishing. But, one thing has remained the sameâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the thrill of the hunt. Since 1964, the Musky Marathon has celebrated the excitement of musky fishing in Vilas County by recognizing anglers for the fish they caught and the experiences they had. Thank you to everyone who participated in the Musky Marathon. May your musky memories last forever!

Vilas County offers hundreds of musky lakes.

Another happy Vilas County musky angler.

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FISHING EVENTS & TOURNAMENTS January

Jan 25 (8am-4pm) 28th Annual Great Northern Ice Tournament Land O’ Lakes with fishing on Lac Vieux Desert. Sponsored by Phelps Lions. 715.545.3327

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Feb 1 (7am-3pm) Fire Dept. Ice Fishing Classic Conover with fishing on Pioneer Lake. Food and refreshments. Prizes for fish in categories. 715.477.2036 Feb 8 (6am-4pm) Northern Exposure Ice Fishing Tournament Phelps with fishing on North and South Twin Lakes. 715.545.3555 Feb 8 (6am-5pm) Plum Lake Fishing Tournament Sayner Recreation Building (registration) with fishing on Plum Lake. Fishing 6am-3pm. Awards at 4pm. Election of the Ice Shack Queen, cash prizes, door prizes and raffles. Chefs on Ice cookoff. 715.542.3501 | 715.542.3789

Feb 23 (9am-3pm) Annual Kid’s Fishing Jamboree Land O’ Lakes with fishing on Lac Vieux Desert. Free food and prizes for all kids. No entry fee. Bait provided. 715.547.3434

Jun 15 (11am-3pm) Take A Kid Fishing Conover Town Park with trout fishing in the park’s pond. Food, refreshments and equipment furnished. 715.479.6673

Mar 9 (11am-3pm) Lions Kids Fisheree Conover with ice fishing on Denton Lake. 715.479.6673

Jun 21-22 Professional Musky Tournament Trail Eagle River Inn (registration) with fishing on the Eagle River Chain. To register 815.464.8412 and for lodging 800.359.6315

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May 16-18 Chamber Annual Walleye Tournament Presque Isle Community Center (registration) with fishing on five lakes. Cash prizes. Fish fry lunch. $25 entry fee. 715.686.2910 | 888.835.6508 | presqueisle.com May 24-Sep 1 Lions Kids Fishing Contest Presque Isle area. Starts sunrise May 24th, ends sunset Sep 1st. Register fish at Up North Sport & Gifts. 715.686.2636

JUNE

Feb 15 (7am-2pm) Sand Lake Pub Ice Fishing Derby Phelps with fishing on Big Sand Lake. Prizes awarded. 715.545.3200

Jun 13-15 34th Annual Spring Classic of Champions Eagle River with musky fishing on the Eagle River Chain. 715.891.5574

Feb 22 (7am-3pm) 9th Annual Brandy Lake Ice Fishing Contest Arbor Vitae with fishing on Brandy Lake. 715.356.6961

Jun 14 (7am-3pm) Hank Lesniak’s Valley of the Giants Fishing Tournament Phelps with musky fishing on Lac Vieux Desert. 715.547.3646

Jul 10 (10am-3pm) Guides/Kids Day Eagle River with registration at the Vilas County Fairgrounds at 10am. Casting contest 10:30-11:30am. Names drawn for fishing guide at 11:30. No fee. 800.359.6315 | 715.479.6400

AUGUST

Aug 15-17 National Championship Musky Open Eagle River with registration at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. Family-oriented amateur musky tournament for all ages and skill levels. 800.359.6315 | 715.479.6400 Aug 23 (7am-4pm) Dan & Connie’s Fishing Classic Phelps with musky fishing on Big Sand Lake. 715.545.3200

Recurring Events can be found on page 23. Calendar of Events can be found on page 18. Events sponsored by Chambers of Commerce.

SEPTEMBER

Sep 5-7 38th Annual World Championship Musky Classic Manitowish Waters Junction Community Center (registration) with fishing on lakes in four communities. Varied hours. Sportsmen and open divisions. 715.543.2657 | 715.499.3245 | wcmuskyclassic.com Sep 6-7 Holiday Lodge Musky Tournament Phelps with musky fishing on North and South Twin Lake. 715.545.2515 Sep 26-28 34th Midwest Musky Classic Phelps Chamber (registration) with musky fishing on North & South Twin, Big Sand Lake and Lac Vieux Desert. 715.545.3800 | phelpswi.us

OCTOBER

Oct 4-5 26th Annual Greater Wisconsin Muskie Tournament St. Germain Community Center (registration) with fishing on 10 area lakes. Cash drawing and door prizes. 715.477.2205 | st-germain.com

Aug 31 (8am-4pm) Swen Fishing Tournament Phelps with musky fishing on Lac Vieux Desert. 715.547.3646

Events subject to change - confirm event information with the contact number listed. For a complete list of all events in Vilas County, visit vilas.org.

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CALENDAR Recurring Events can be found on page 23. Fishing Events can be found on page 17. Events sponsored by Chambers of Commerce.

JANUARY

Jan 4 (Noon-5pm) 14th Annual Polar Bear Plunge St. Germain at Fibber’s Restaurant. Proceeds benefit Angel on My Shoulder. 800.860.3431 | angelonmyshoulder.org Jan 5 (11am-2pm) Moose Tracks Snowshoe Race Minocqua Winter Park. This event is a U.S. Snowshoe Assoc. regional qualifier. 715.356.3309 | minocquawinterpark.org Jan 10-12 (9am-5pm) World Championship Vintage Snowmobile Derby Eagle River Derby Track. Vintage racing featuring sleds from the 60’s-80’s. 715.479.4424 | derbytrack.com Jan 16-19 51st Annual World Championship Snowmobile Derby Eagle River Derby Track. Experience world-class snowmobile racing and first-rate entertainment. 715.479.4424 | derbytrack.com

FEBRUARY

Feb 1 (4pm-7pm) Super Bowl-A-Rama Eagle River at Eagle Lanes. Bowling and fun. 715.218.8727 Feb 1 (4pm-9pm) Phelps School Winter Carnival Phelps School. Indoor games, soup, chili and dessert contests. U.S. Navy band concert at 7:30pm. 715.545.2724 Feb 1 (4:30pm-8pm) Loop Around the Lake Lake Minocqua. Enjoy a candlelight cross-country ski, snowshoe and hike. Entertainment and food. 1.800.44.NORTH | looparoundthelake.com Feb 7-8 Cruiserfest Lake Minocqua. Snowmobile races, bikini run, silent auction, vintage sled display and races. Food and beverages. 1.800.44.NORTH | snowmobilewi.com Feb 7-9 9th Annual Labatt Blue/USA Hockey Pond Hockey National Championship Eagle River at Chanticleer Inn with skating on Dollar Lake. Over 320 teams on 28 rinks in 15 divisions. 800.359.6315

Feb 8-9 Three Bear Sled Dog Races Land O’Lakes at Town Hall grounds. Professional sled dog racing. Worldclass competitors. Plus mutt races, skijoring and Fido Fashion Show. 715.547.3541 | 3bear.org Feb 9 (11am-3pm) Lions Winter Frolic Conover Town Park. This children’s event features sledding on town park hill, race, prizes, food and beverages to benefit Lions Club programs. 715.479.6673 Feb 14-15 7th Annual Wisconsin Pink Ribbon Riders Snow Run Eagle River Inn. Open to both men and women, includes a welcome party, snowmobile rides, awards banquet and more. 715.479.2000 Feb 15 (7am-10pm) 31st Annual Ride with the Champs St. Germain at the International Snowmobile Racing Hall of Fame. Two routes: Vintage or Tradition. Dinner and Hall of Fame induction 7pm. 715.542.4463 | snowmobilehalloffame.com

Feb 7-9 High School Musical Eagle River at Northland Pines High School. Friday and Saturday at 7pm and Sunday at 2pm. 715.479.4473 x0801

Feb 15 (9am-10pm) Winter Rendezvous Manitowish Waters on Rest Lake. Ice fishing, games, food and beverages, raffles and music under a heated tent. Night fireworks show. 715.543.2455

Jan 18 (5pm-8pm) Mystery Dinner Sayner at the Plum Lake Library. 715.542.2020

Feb 8 (10am-3pm) Winter Festival Craft Sale Land O’Lakes Elementary School. Enjoy crafts, bake sale and food. 715.547.3432

Feb 15 (4:30pm-7pm) Hobo Dinner Sayner Community Building. Along with a square quilt challenge. Tickets are $8. 715.542.2020

Jan 31-Feb 2 Snowmobile Radar Run West Bay of Little St. Germain Lake. Friday practice runs. Saturday trophy and bikini runs. Sunday drag races. Race your snowmobile against the gun! 715.479.2934 | radarracers.com

Feb 8 (8pm-Midnight) Mushers Ball Land O’Lakes at Gateway Lodge with music by Borderline. Celebrate the Three Bear Sled Dog Races. 715.547.3321

Feb 16 (10am-7pm) Northwoods Blizzard Blast Community Park. Enjoy snow sculpting, snow shovel races, 5K cross-country ski race, sleigh rides and more! 866.394.4386 | conover.org

Feb 22 (11am-7pm) 6th Annual Frozen Tozen Winter Fest Boulder Junction on Boulder Lake. Ice fishing, ice golf, turkey bowling, snowshoe tug of war, awards, raffle. 715.385.2400 Feb 22 (6pm-8pm) Northwoods Wildlife Center Photo Contest Gala Minocqua at the Campanile Center for the Arts. Food, wine and photos. Vote for your favorites. Raffle baskets. 715.356.7400 | northwoodswildlifecenter.org

MARCH

Mar 1-2 (9am-4pm) Klondike Days Eagle River at Northland Pines High School. Native American culture, chainsaw carving competitions, dog weight pulls, one- and two-horse log pulls, lumberjack competition, River Country Red’s Rendezvous and a craft show. 715.617.0272 Mar 6 (5pm-8pm) Trivia Contest Sayner Community Center. 715.542.2020 Mar 15 (7:30pm-9pm) The Abrams Brothers Eagle River at Northland Pines High School. A combination of bluegrass, country and folk-rock music. Admission. 715.479.9426 | hcpapresents.com

APRIL

Apr 5 (8am-4pm) Phelps Maple Syrup Fest Phelps School. View tree tapping demonstration, food and craft vendors. Bus tour of multiple sugar bushes. 715.545.3800 Apr 5 (6pm-2am) Only Fools Run at Midnight Minocqua at Lakeland Union High School. Join costumed fools for a run/walk 5K though the streets and trails at midnight. 1.800.44.NORTH | minocquafoolsrun.com

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Apr 11 (7:30pm-9pm) Voca People Eagle River at Northland Pines High School. International vocal theater performance combining musicianactors and a cappella singing with modern beat-box. 715.479.9426 | hcpapresents.com Apr 12 (9am-3pm) 5th Annual Spring Celebration Eagle River at Trees for Tomorrow. Meet friendly Critters Corner residents. Cookie decorating, face painting and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Free (donations welcome). 715.479.6456 | treesfortomorrow.com Apr 24 (6pm-9pm) Taste of the North Minocqua at Waters of Minocqua. Sample culinary creations of Northwoods chefs. Reservations required. 1.800.44.NORTH | minocqua.org Apr 26 (4pm-9pm) Lions’ Annual Live Lobster/Prime Rib Dinner Presque Isle at SkyView Lodge. $25 Prime Rib. $35 Lobster. 715.686.7257 | presqueisle.com

MAY

May 1 (4pm-5pm) May Day Tea Party Eagle River at Olson Memorial Library. 715.479.8070 May 2-4 Annual Sayner Spring Stampede Downtown Sayner. Make-and-take classes, demonstrations and on-site sales. Used and new stamp rummage sale. 715.542.3789 May 3 (1:30pm-8pm) 22nd Annual Danceworks Unlimited Dance Recital Eagle River at Northland Pines High School. Performances from 1:30pm8pm. 715.891.0946 May 9-10 10th Annual Birding Festival Manitowish Waters at North Lakeland Discovery Center. Field trips, workshops, live bird banding and more. 715.543.2085 | discoverycenter.net May 10 (8am-2pm) 18th Annual Journeys Marathon, Half Marathon, Walk & 5K Run Eagle River at Riverview Park. Scenic races for competitive/non-competitive runners/ walkers along with post race activities. 800.359.6315 | 715.479.6400 May 17 (7:30pm-9pm) Beach Party Boys Eagle River at Northland Pines High School. This performance reproduces the authentic look, vocal harmony and instrumentation of the Beach Boys. 715.479.9426 | hcpapresents.com

May 23-25 Eagle River Gun Show Eagle River Ice Arena. Fri 3pm-8pm, Sat 9am-5pm and Sun 9am-3pm. 608.752.6677 | 715.381.7991 May 23-25 Town Wide Garage Sale Boulder Junction area. Maps and information available from the Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce. 715.385.2400 | boulderjct.org May 24 (9am-1pm) Community-wide Garage Sale Sayner Community Building. 20 garage sales at one site. 715.891.6334 May 24 (9am-3pm) Woodruff Memorial Classic Car Show Woodruff Town Hall grounds. Over 75 collector vehicles including cars, trucks, motorcycles, snowmobiles and fire trucks. 715.356.9421 | townofwoodruff.org May 24 (1pm-2pm) Woodruff Memorial Heroes Parade Woodruff Town Hall grounds. The American Legion will lead the Parade of local businesses, nonprofit organizations and community organizations. 715.356.9421 | townofwoodruff.org May 24-25 (9:30am-4:30pm) Strawberry Fest Craft Show Eagle River at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. Displays of indoor and outdoor home decor items and crafts for cabins/cottages and campgrounds. Strawberry foods and delicacies and musical entertainment. 715.675.6201 May 24-25 Land O’ Lakes Summer Launch Downtown Land O’Lakes. This and That sales. Food and music and fun. Taste of Land O’ Lakes on Sunday with restaurant samples. 715.547.3432 May 25 (7am-4pm) Classic Sled Roundup St. Germain Community Park. Vintage and antique sled shows, music and food, judging and awards at 3pm. Sponsored by Artic Cat, Inc of Thief River Falls, MN. 715.542.4463 | snowmobilehalloffame.com May 25 (4pm-7:30pm) The BIG Event: Auction & Dinner Manitowish Waters at the North Lakeland Discovery Center. Annual fundraiser with wine tastings, silent and live auctions, and dinner. 877.543.2085 | discoverycenter.net May 31-Jun1 (9am-3pm) June Bloom Arts & Crafts Festival Minocqua at Torpy Park. Over 75 crafters and artisans featuring handmade items, food and live music. 1.800.44.NORTH | minocqua.org

JUNE

Jun 6-8 Fishing Has No Boundaries Eagle River at Wild Eagle Lodge with fishing on the Eagle River Chain. Provides fishing opportunities for persons with disabilities. Friday fish fry; Saturday cookout; Sunday lunch and awards. 715.479.9309 Jun 7 (9am-3pm) 7th Annual Walk in the Woods Art Fair St. Germain (park behind the Chamber). Pottery, paintings, photography, handmade jewelry, woodcarvings and furniture. Wine, fine artisan cheeses and live music. 715.477.2205 | st-germain.com Jun 7 (2pm-5pm) Cathy’s 16th Annual Ice Cream Social St. Germain at Cathy’s Ice Cream Parlor. Raffle prizes, games and 32 flavors of ice cream. Benefits Camp Angel/Camp Teen Angel and Angel on My Shoulder. 715.479.3492 | angelonmyshoulder.org Jun 13-14 Northwoods Summer Thunder Motorcycle Rally Arbor Vitae at Fireman’s Park. Live music, food, drinks and vendors. Proceeds benefit Lakeland Special Olympics. 1.800.44.NORTH | northwoodssummerthunder.com Jun 14 (8am-3pm) Eagle River Fly-In & Radar Run Eagle River Union Airport. 715.479.7442 Jun 14 (9am-3pm) Phelps Rummage-O-Rama Phelps area. Maps available online or at the Phelps Chamber office. 715.545.3800 | phelpswi.us Jun 14 (2pm-6pm) Great Northern Beer Festival Hi-Pines Eagle River Campground. Microbrews and craft beers. Chosen by Road Trips for Beer as “One of the Top Ten Spring Beer Festivals.” Advanced tickets available online. 715.891.0421 | greatnorthernbeerfestival.com Jun 14 (6pm-9pm) Flag Day Celebration Phelps at Sand Lake Pub. Celebrate the retirement of old flags. 715.545.3200 Jun 14 (6pm-10pm) Devil’s Elbow 5K Arbor Vitae at Trout Lake Golf Club. Unique run/walk on club’s fairways and trails. 715.385.2189 | troutlakegolf.com/devils5k

Jun 18 (4:30pm-7pm) The Art of Wine and Cheese Land O’Lakes at Forest Lake Store. Special wine and cheese samples and appetizers. Raffles and “art work” silent auctions. 715.547.3950 Jun 19 (10am-3:30pm) Artist Interactive Exhibit Open House and Hands on Art Demonstrations Presque Isle Community Center. Pottery, wood turning, painting, fiber art, painting on glass, basket making. Art for sale. 715.686.2910 | 888.835.6508 | presqueisle.com Jun 21 (9am-11am) Minocqua Island Swim Challenge Minocqua at Torpy Park. One-mile, out and back swim race. Portion of the proceeds go to the Oneida County Dive Team. 1.800.44.NORTH | minocquaislandswimchallenge.com Jun 21 (10am-3pm) 18th Annual Lakesfest Lac du Flambeau Department of Natural Resources Facility. Live entertainment, canoe races, raffles, kids activities, free hot dogs and soda. 877.588.3346 | lacduflambeauchamber.org Jun 27-28 7th Annual Shootout Boat Races & Fly In Three Lakes at Sunset Grill. Friday 5pm-8pm and Saturday 11am-5pm. 715.546.3300 Jun 28 (8:30am-Noon) Just Tri it! Triathlon Manitowish Waters at the North Lakeland Discovery Center. 300yd swim, 10K trail bike and 5K trail run. Register as a team or individual. 877.543.2085 | discoverycenter.net Jun 28 (10am-6pm) Minocqua Fire and Rescue Invitational Minocqua Park Complex. Fire and Rescue departments from across the state compete in four challenges. 1.800.44.NORTH | minocqua.org Jun 29 (9am-Noon) Last Wilderness Fun Run/Walk Presque Isle at Sky View Lodge. 5K and 10K fun run. Open to all ages. 715.686.2910 | presqueisle.com

Jun 18 (10am-1pm) Heritage Society Vintage Cottage Walk Presque Isle Community Center. Tour vintage cottages in the area. 715.686.2481 | presqueisle.com For a complete list of all events in Vilas County, visit vilas.org.

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Jul 4-5 (9:30am-4:30pm) Watermelon Fest Craft Show Eagle River at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. Arts, craft and gift vendors. 715.675.6201 Jul 5 (9am-5pm) 14th Annual O.A.M. Alumni 3x3 Hockey Tournament Eagle River Ice Arena. Watch former area players on the ice once again. 715.479.4401

Jun 29 (7:30am-Noon) 10th Annual Freedom 5K Fun Run St. Germain Community Park. Registration at 7:30am. 8:30am race begins. Trophies and medals awarded. 715.542.2372 | 715.542.3022 | freedom5k.org Jun 29 (10am-10pm) Independence Day Celebration St. Germain Community Park. Craft fair 10am-4pm. Parade through downtown at 1pm with rides and games to follow. Fireworks at dusk. 715.479.3499

JULY

Jul 3 (6:30pm-Midnight) July 3 Celebration Land O’Lakes at Gateway Lodge. Food, drink, music by Bret and Frisk and Mamma’s Little Hippies. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy the fireworks. 715.547.3321 Jul 3 (10:15pm-11pm) Fireworks Land O’ Lakes Airport. One of the best fireworks displays in the Northwoods. Food and refreshments available. 715.547.3432 Jul 4 (9am-10:30pm) 4th of July Lac du Flambeau area. Parade at noon. Float, kiddie parade. Native American crafts and food. Special Pow Wow at the Indian Bowl. Fireworks at dusk. 877.588.3346 | lacduflambeauchamber.com Jul 4 (9am-11pm) Manitowish Waters Independence Day Celebration Manitowish Waters Community Center. Arts & crafts sale, live music, food & beverages, game tent, parade, airplane rides and fireworks at dusk. 888.626.9877 | manitowishwaters.org

Jul 4 (11am-4pm) Parade and July 4th Picnic Conover Town Park. Parade starting at 1pm. Lions Club provides family picnic with games, food and beverage. 715-479-6673

Jul 5 (10am-3pm) Open Studio Garden Walk Phelps at What A View Farm. Handwoven rugs, handspun yarns, felt clogs, hats, etc. Weaving and spinning demonstrations. Garden tour and visit with the farm animals. Free. 715.545.2897

Jul 4 (11am-10pm) 4th of July Parade & Fireworks Eagle River area. Themed parade downtown at 11am and fireworks at dusk at Hi-Pines Campground. 800-359-6315 | 715-479-6400

Jul 5 (Noon-6pm) 24nd Annual Giant Chicken Barbeque Boulder Junction Fire Station. Full buffet chicken dinner. Tickets available in advance or at the door. 715.385.2002

Jul 4 (Noon-1pm & 10pm-10:30pm) Star Spangled Jubilee Boulder Junction area. Parade down Main Street at noon. Fireworks at dusk at Boulder Junction Airport. 715-385-2400

Jul 5 (6pm-8pm) Boat Parade Winchester at the North/South Turtle Lake divide. 715.686.2584

Jul 4 (Noon-4pm) Fourth of July Parade and Park Activities Land O’Lakes area. Parade downtown at noon. Refreshments, games and music at the park. 715-547-3432

Jul 6 (8am-1pm) CFD-EMS Pancake Breakfast Conover Community Center. Pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee. Proceeds to the emergency services department. 715.477.2036

Jul 16 (7am-3pm) Fleazaar Manitowish Waters Community Church. Flea market and bazaar includes handmade items, baked goods and antiques as well as flea market items. 715.543.2998 Jul 16 (5pm-8pm) Lion’s Club Steak in the Park Phelps at Wavering Park. Steak dinner and music by the Bill Haase Orchestra. 715.891.1025 Jul 17-20 Manito Art League Art Show Manitowish Waters Community Center. Artist demonstrations and silent auctions. People’s Choice Voting. Free admission. 715.282.6198 | manitoartleague.blogspot.com Jul 19 (9am-3pm) Artarama Eagle River at Riverview Park. Art and fine crafts festival. Silent auction, live music and picnic-style food. Held rain or shine. 715.525.2100 | artarama-er.com Jul 19 (10am-4pm) “Return to a Walk in the Woods” Quilt Show Eagle River at Trees for Tomorrow. 715.479.2343 | 715.477.2551 Jul 20 (Noon-5pm) Annual Lions Chicken Barbeque Winchester Town Park. Food, music and fun. 715.686.2584

Jul 6 (Noon-5pm) Picnic in the Park Winchester Town Park. Music, games, food and fun. 715.686.2584

Jul 21 (6pm-9pm) Wine & Cheese Social Eagle River at Eagle Waters Resort with proceeds to the Eagle River Rotary. 715.891.4918

Jul 8 (5pm-8pm) Picnic in the Park Phelps at Wavering Park. BBQ chicken and ribs. Live music by The Hits. Free kids rides. 715.545.2879

Jul 22 (9am-5pm) Sidewalk Sales Day Downtown Boulder Junction. 715.385.2400 | boulderjct.org

Jul 4 (3pm-10:30pm) 4th of July Celebration Sayner area. Parade downtown at 3pm. Pig roast and chicken BBQ at the park and fireworks at the soccer field. 715-542-3789 | sayner-starlake.org

Jul 10 (9am-3pm) Christmas in July Craft Fair St. Germain Community Park. Great food, craft fair, children’s attractions, pet parade and a visit from Santa. 715.477.2205 | st-germain.com

Jul 23 (10am-2pm) Heritage Society Luncheon & Garden Walk Presque Isle Community Center. View area gardens. 715.686.2481 | presqueisle.com

Jul 4 (3pm-10:30pm) 4th of July Festivities Downtown Lake Tomahawk. Parade at 4pm. Concert in the park, waterski show, and fireworks. 715-277-2602 | laketomahawk.org

Jul 11-13 32nd Annual Bear River Pow Wow Lac du Flambeau. Bear River Pow Wow Grounds. Friday 7pm; Saturday 1pm and 7pm; Sunday 1pm. Tribes from across the nation come to celebrate together. Open to the public. Admission. 715.588.3333

Jul 23-24 (7pm-10pm) Vacationland Voices Concert Eagle River at St. Peter the Fisherman Church. 715.479.4139

Jul 4 (2pm-10:30pm) 4th of July Festivities Downtown Minocqua. Parade at 2:30pm, concessions, snowshoe baseball (7pm) and fireworks following the game. 1-800-44-NORTH | minocqua.org

Jul 4 (3pm-11:30pm) 4th of July Downtown Phelps. Parade and celebration including food, refreshments, live music and games. Fireworks over North Twin Lake at dusk.715-545-3800 | phelpswi.us

Jul 15 (10am-4pm) Annual Big Bang Golf Outing Land O’Lakes at Gateway Golf Course. Golf tournament benefits the 3rd of July Fireworks. 715.547.3321

Events subject to change - confirm event information with the contact number listed.

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Jul 25 (8am-2pm) Women’s Civic Club Bazaar Winchester Town Building. Homemade crafts and baked goods, lunch and rummage sale. 715.686.2584

Jul 27 (9am-3pm) CFD-EMS 13th Annual Auto Show Conover Town Park. Craft and flea market and vehicle show. Food and refreshments. 715.477.2036

Jul 25-27 Phelps Men’s Softball Tournament Phelps at Wavering Park. 715.891.4433

Jul 30 (6pm-9pm) It’s a Girl Thing Manitowish Waters Community Center. An evening of fun and pampering. Have a glass of wine, shop or get a mini massage. 715.543.2669

Jul 25-27 (10am-5pm) Northwoods Summer Art Tour Vilas, Oneida, Iron and Langlade Counties. Self-guided tours through the backroads of the Northwoods to the studios and galleries of area artists. Brochures/maps available at local chamber offices. 715.385.3334 Jul 26 (9am-3pm) Art Impressions Land O’ Lakes Town Hall Grounds. Fine art and fine craft items for show and sale. Food and drink available. 715.547.3432 Jul 26 (1pm-5pm) 10th Annual Lac du Flambeau Lions Brewfest Minocqua at Torpy Park. Craft, specialty and microbrewery beers. Live music, raffles, famous Lions brats, hot dogs and burgers. $30 at the gate/$25 in advance. 715.588.9245 | 715.588.3413 | lacduflambeaubrewfest.com

Jul 31-Aug 2 (11:30am-9:30pm) 10th Annual Pig in the Pines Rib Fest St. Germain Community Park. Professional award-winning rib fest. Live bands. Rides for everyone. 715.477.2205 | st-germain.com

AUGUST

Aug 1-2 54th Annual Eagle River Rotary Club Antique Show & Sale Eagle River Derby Track. Friday 9am5pm and Saturday 9am-4pm. 715.477.3313 Aug 2 (8am-4pm) Community Wide Garage Sale Land O’ Lakes area. Maps available at the Chamber at 7am or online at landolakes-wi.org. 715.547.3432

VILAS COUNTY FAIR Thurs, Aug 7, Midway opens at 5pm

5pm-10pm 7pm-11pm

Wristband night $20 (unlimited rides) Live entertainment

Fri, Aug 8, Midway opens at Noon Noon-5pm 7pm 7pm-11pm

Dollar Day - All rides $1 each Judging of flowers, vegetables, woodworking and wine (public invited to watch) Live entertainment

Sat, Aug 9, Midway Opens at Noon 9am 10am Noon-10pm 2pm 2pm-4pm

Judging of crafts, photography, clothing, canning, poultry and animals Horseshoe tournament Wristbands $25 (bring in two non-perishable food items and receive $2 off) Truck pull Kids games (veggie races, watermelon-eating contest, gunnysack races, money hunt) 7pm-11pm Live entertainment

Sun, Aug 10, Midway Opens at Noon 10am Noon-5pm 4pm-8pm

Horseshoe tournament Wristbands $20 (unlimited rides) Live entertainment

Scheduled events subject to change. Request a complete listing at the Fair Office upon your arrival.

715.479.2057 | co.vilas.wi.us/fair

Aug 2 (9am-3pm) Forest Fest Eagle River at Trees for Tomorrow. Enjoy the celebration of the forest and forest products that enhance the quality of life. Free. 715.479.6456 x221 | treesfortomorrow.com Aug 2 (Noon-10pm) Fireman’s Picnic & Pig Roast Phelps at Wavering Park. Picnic and pig roast with fireworks at dusk. 715.545.3012 Aug 3 (9am-3pm) Sayner/Star Lake Street Fair Sayner area. Food and craft, farmer’s market, bands in the park, sidewalk sales, children’s activities and Paddle and Portage competition. 715.542.2101 Aug 7-10 (Noon-11pm) Vilas County Fair Eagle River at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. See inset below. 715.479.2057 | co.vilas.wi.us/fair Aug 8 (7pm-10pm) Musky Jamboree Street Party Downtown Boulder Junction. Live music and fireworks. 715.385.2400 Aug 9 (10am-4pm) Ride With Leinie Land O’Lakes at the Forest Lake Country Store. Bike tour, beer tasting and brat lunch to benefit the expansion of the Land O’ Lakes Bike and Pedestrian Trail. 715.547.8222 Aug 10 (7:30am-9:30am) Musky Fun Run Boulder Junction Baseball Park. 5K and 10K courses wind through scenic, woodland and paved trails. Kids’ races (10 and under): 1K and 100-yard dash. 715.385.2400 Aug 10 (9am-4pm) 58th Annual Musky Jamboree Downtown Boulder Junction. Car show, arts & crafts booths, food booths, kids casting contest, flea market, live entertainment. 715.385.2400 Aug 11 (5pm-8pm) Spaghetti Dinner Sayner Community Building. Proceeds to the Plum Lake Fire Department. 715.542.2017 Aug 13 (10am-4pm) Paul Bunyan Fest Downtown Eagle River. Chainsaw carving demonstrations, live music, arts and crafts booths. Paul Bunyan-size beef sandwich meal. 800.359.6315 | 715.479.6400

Aug 15-16 (6pm-10pm) ERRA Youth Days Auction Eagle River Ice Arena. Includes wheel & deal, silent and live auctions. 715.479.4858 Aug 18-20 Phelps Old Timers Softball Tournament Phelps at Wavering Park. $150 entry fee. 715.891.4433 Aug 29-31 Eagle River Gun Show Eagle River Ice Arena. 608.752.6677 | 715.381.7991 Aug 30 (8am-Noon) 3rd Annual Northwoods Bad-Dash Manitowish Waters (registration at chamber, dash at North Lakeland Discovery Center). Untimed 4-mile adventure run featuring 12 obstacles: a mud crawl, fish crib climb, mud slide and more. 888.626.9877 | nwbaddash.com Aug 30-31 (9:30am-4:30pm) Apple Harvest Craft Fest Eagle River at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. 715.675.6201 Aug 31 (7am-2pm) No Frills Marathon Minocqua area. A Boston Marathon qualifying event. Bearskin Trail perfect for beginners as well. 1.800.44.NORTH | minocquanofrillsmarathon.com Aug 31 (Noon-6pm) Sausage Fest Eagle River at Riverview Park. 715.480.4303

SEPTEMBER

Sep 13 (8am-2pm) Colorama “Try-Athlon” Phelps Chamber (registration). Biking, paddling and a 5K run/walk. Open to individuals or a three-person team or 5K run/walk only. 715.545.3800 | phelpswi.us

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Sep 13 (8am-3pm) Wild Rice Fest Downtown Lac du Flambeau. 5K Run/ Walk, harvesting demonstrations, cooking contest, pie eating contest, educational displays, vendors/crafters, food, shopping and games. 715.588.3346 | lacduflambeauchamber.com Sep 13 (9am-3pm) 22nd Annual Colorama Arts & Crafts Fair Boulder Junction Community Center. Craft show, farmers’ market and wild game sandwiches. 715.385.2400

Sep 26-28 (9am-5pm) Colorama Weekend & Colorama Brunch Downtown Sayner. Something special at all stores. Colorama Brunch and Craft Show (with raffles) on Sunday. 715.542.3789 | sayner-starlake.org Sep 27 (all day) Beef-A-Rama Downtown Minocqua, the business community says “Thank You” by grilling beef up and down main street. Live entertainment, parade, contests, crafts, sandwiches and beverages. 1.800.44.NORTH | beef-a-rama.com

Oct 4-5 (9am-3pm) Eagle River Cranberry Fest Eagle River at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. Food, pastries and warm autumn drinks with homemade goods. Arts and crafts booths, musical entertainment. Free shuttle bus service. 800.359.6315 | 715.479.6400 Oct 11 (10am-3pm) 19th Annual Harvest Fest Downtown Boulder Junction. Kids’ games, “Shop the Haystack,” fall treats, costume parade, and hayrides. 715.385.2400 Oct 25 (10am-4pm) 15th Annual OktoBEARfest St. Germain at Black Bear Lodge. Cabin crafts exhibitors, hay rides, pumpkin painting, polka music, German food and beverages. Proceeds benefit the Vilas County Historical Society. 800.563.4340 | 715.479.5778 | blackbearlodge.com

Sep 13 (10am-5pm) Scarecrow Fest Downtown Phelps. Pumpkin chunkin, games, art and crafts, largest pumpkin contest, sea plane rides and food. 715.545.3002 | phelpsscarecrowfest.org

Sep 27-28 Colorama in Land O’ Lakes Downtown Land O’Lakes. Scarecrow and decorating contest. Shops will have falling-down prices. Fall farmer’s market on Saturday. 715.547.3432

Sep 13-14 World Championship Snowmobile Reunion & Grass Drags Eagle River Derby Track. Snowmobile grass drags and swap meet. 715.479.4424

Sep 28 (11am-2pm) Colorama Dinner Land O’ Lakes at St. Albert’s Church. Ham, chicken and all the trimmings. Tickets $10/adults and $5/children 12 and under. Takeouts available. 715.547.3432

Oct 31 (6pm-8pm) 65th Annual Hallogras Party Eagle River at the Northland Pines Middle School. Indoor trick-or-treat party. Sponsored by the Eagle River Lions. 715.479.6011

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

Sep 20 (9am-3pm) 55th Annual Colorama St. Germain Community Park, the “Birthplace of Colorama.” Craft show, farmers’ market, wine tasting and pumpkin painting. 715.477.2205 | st-germain.com Sep 20 (9am-3pm) Cranberry Colorama Manitowish Waters area. Arts & crafts, cranberry cooking contest, bake sale, “Taste of the Harvest,” free cranberry bog and fall color pontoon tours. 888.626.9877 | manitowishwaters.org Sep 20 (9am-3pm) Fall Harvest Festival Lake Tomahawk at Snowshoe Park. Artisans, crafters, car show and farmer’s market, caramel apples and famous Snowshoe Park pies. 1.800.446.6784 | minocquaartsandcrafts.com

Oct 2-4 Cranberry Fest Book Sale Eagle River at Olson Memorial Library. Thursday and Friday 9am-5pm. Saturday 9am-3pm. 715.479.8070 Oct 4 (8am-4pm) Zurko Antique & Collectibles Market Downtown Eagle River. 715.526.9769 | 715.302.0929 Oct 4 (11am-1pm) Cranberry Fest Luncheon Eagle River at First Congregational Church. Cranberry-related foods. 715.479.3370 Oct 4-5 (9am-4pm) Cranberry Fest Annex Eagle River Derby Track. Flea market combined with retail sell/buy and crafts. 715.479.4424

Nov 15 (9am-3pm) 4th Annual Great Shopping Escape Boulder Junction Community Center. Meet home party reps, visit local shops, art galleries and amazing restaurants. 715.385.2400 Nov 15 (10am-2pm) Plum Lake Women’s Club Christmas Fest Sayner Community Building. Crafters and vendors along with homemade soups and pies. 715.542.2020 Nov 22 (9am-3pm) Holiday Bazaar & Christmas Cookie Sale Eagle River at the Kalmar Community Center. 715.479.5850 Nov 28 (9am-3pm) 21st Annual Christmas Craft Fair Boulder Junction Community Center. Crafts and raffles. Presented by the Boulder Junction Lioness. 715.385.3256

Nov 28 (1pm-2:30pm) Santa Comes To Town Downtown Land O’ Lakes. Horse-drawn wagon brings Santa and the children to the Town Tree for lighting ceremony. 715.547.3432 Nov 28 (5pm-8pm) 26th Annual Christmas Walk Downtown Boulder Junction. Lighting of the town Christmas tree, Santa and Mrs. Claus visits, carolers, sleigh rides and treats. 715.385.2400 Nov 29 (8am-11am) Breakfast With Santa Land O’ Lakes at the Gateway Lodge. Breakfast and a visit with Santa. 715.547.3321 Nov 29 (10am-3pm) Christmas Craft Sale Land O’ Lakes Elementary School. Craft booths to help complete your holiday shopping. Refreshments available. 715.547.3432 Nov 29 (11am-2pm) Christmas Walk Kid’s Day Boulder Junction Community Center. Christmas shopping house, activities and lunch with Santa and Mrs. Claus. 715.385.2400

DECEMBER

Dec 6 (11am-3pm) Festival of Trees Manitowish Waters Community Center. Display of decorated holiday trees, wreaths and swags along with activities for children and live holiday music. 715.543.2669 Dec 26-31 Marvel In Manitowish Waters Manitowish Waters area. Low/no-cost family fun during the holidays. Sleigh rides, New Year’s Eve parties, live music, snowshoeing. 888.626.9877 | manitowishwaters.org Dec 27 (4pm-6:30pm) 8th Annual Between the Holidays Celebration Boulder Junction Winter Park. Chili dump, bonfire, music, ice skating, cross country skiing, fireworks. 715.385.2400 Dec 31 (8pm-Midnight) New Year’s Party Land O’ Lakes at the Gateway Lodge. Special dinner menu with music by Borderline starting at 10pm. 715.547.3321 Events subject to change - confirm event information with the contact number listed.

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RECURRING EVENTS January

Dec 17, 2013-Mar 26 (9am-Noon) Sno-Eagle’s Guided Snowmobile Rides Eagle River at the old train depot every Wednesday. 715.479.5599

APRIL

Apr 24-Oct 23 (7pm-9pm) Library Neighbor to Neighbor Program Series Boulder Junction Community Center. Fourth Thursday of the month. Learn, explore and discover the Northwoods. Sponsored by the Boulder Junction Public Library. 715.385.2050

MAY

May 1-Jun 30 (10am-4pm) Artists Interactive Exhibit Presque Isle Community Center. Fiber art, photography, oil and acrylic painting, jewelry, pottery on display during library hours. 715.686.7613 | presqueisle.wislib.org May 5-Oct 27 (6pm-9pm) Bingo Eagle River at the Kalmar Community Center every Monday. 715.479.2633 | 715.479.4877

May 25-Sep 14 (4pm-6pm) Music in the Park Manitowish Waters at Koller Park every Sunday. Free live music. Grills are available. 715.543.2455 | music-in-the-park.com

Jun 9-Aug 25 (7pm-10pm) Bingo St. Germain Community Center. Every Monday. Food provided. 715.477.2205 | st-germain.com

May 26-Sep 1 (8am-3pm) St. Germain Flea Market St. Germain Community Park. Every Monday (rain or shine). 715.891.7333 | st-germainfleamarket.com

Jun 10-Aug 12 (10:30am-Noon) Family Nature Programs Eagle River at Trees For Tomorrow every Tuesday. Nature programs about plants and creatures in the Northwoods. Admission. 715.479.6456

May 28-Sep 17 (8:30am-1pm) Farmer’s Market Eagle River north of the bridge. Every Wednesday. 715.477.0645

Jun 10-Aug 12 (7pm-9pm) Public Programs Eagle River at Trees For Tomorrow every Tuesday. Variety of nature topics. Free. 715.479.6456

May 29-Aug 28 (8:30am-3:30pm) Flea Market Land O’ Lakes on Town Hall grounds. Every Thursday. 715.545.3340

JUNE

Jun 2-Aug 25 (6pm-10pm) Lion’s Club Bingo Manitowish Waters Community Center. Every Monday. 715.543.2888 | mwlionsclub.com

May 13-Aug 26 (7:30pm-10pm) Eagle River Speedway Eagle River Speedway. Every Tuesday. 715.479.5208

Jun 3-Aug 26 (8am-2pm) Summer Lions’ Flea Market Boulder Junction Community Center. Every Tuesday. 715.686-7970

May 15-Sep 18 (7pm-9pm) Third Thursday Theatre Boulder Junction Community Center. Free movie third Thursday of the month. 715.385.2050

Jun 5-Aug 14 (7pm-8:30pm) Concerts in the Park Minocqua at Torpy Park. Every Thursday. Talented local musicians. 1.800.44.NORTH | minocqua.org

May 23-Oct 10 (8am-1pm) Minocqua Farmers Market Minocqua Park Complex. Every Friday. Producers-only farmers market. 1.800.44.NORTH | minocquafarmersmarket.com

Jun 5-Aug 28 (9am-2pm) Farmers Market Manitowish Waters Community Center. Every Thursday. 715.543.2888 | mwlionsclub.com

May 25-Sep 7 (7pm-10pm) American Legion Bingo Presque Isle at the American Legion Post every Sunday. 715.686.2910 | 888.835.6508 | presqueisle.com

Jun 5-Sep 18 (9am-2pm) Lions Club Flea & Craft Market Manitowish Waters Community Center. Every Thursday. 715.543.2888 | mwlionsclub.com

Jun 10-Aug 17 (7pm-9pm) Chain Skimmers Water Ski Show Conover at Lake Pleasant. Every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. 608.469.7230 Jun 12-Aug 14 (8:30am-4pm) Youth Outdoor Adventure Series Eagle River at Trees for Tomorrow every Thursday for ages 8-12. Sign up for one day or the entire series (pre-registration required). Lunch is not provided. 715.479.6456 Jun 15-Aug 31 (7pm-8:30pm) Free Fishing Seminars Boulder Junction Community Center. Every Sunday. Topic varies each week. 715.385.2400 Jun 17-Aug 12 (6pm-8pm) Phelps Outdoor Fishing Tips & Techniques Phelps at the School. Every Tuesday. Topic varies each week. 715.891.2715

Jun 18-Aug 30 (7pm-9pm) Plum Ski-ters Water Ski Shows Sayner on Plum Lake. Every Wednesday and Saturday. 715.612.3027 Jun 19-Aug 28 (9am-Noon) Farmers Market Downtown Land O’Lakes. Every Thursday. 715.547.3432 Jun 21-Aug 16 (7pm-9pm) Skiing Skeeters Water Ski Show Manitowish Waters on Rest Lake. Every Wednesday and Saturday. Free. 888.626.9877 | manitowishwaters.org

JULY

Jul 2-30 (7pm-9pm) Music on Main Street Downtown Boulder Junction. Every Wednesday. 715.385.2400 Jul 5-Oct 4 (9am-1pm) Phelps Farmers Market Downtown Phelps. Every Saturday. 715.545.3800 Jul 11-Oct 3 (10am-11am) Cranberry Marsh Tours Manitowish Waters Community Center. One-hour tour includes activities at the Center then travel in own vehicle to area bog. Every Friday. 888.626.9877 | manitowishwaters.org For a complete list of events in Vilas County, visit vilas.org.

Jun 18-Aug 20 (6:30pm-9pm) Bingo Land O’ Lakes at St. Albert’s Church. Every Wednesday. 15 fun games, refreshments available. 715.547.3432 Jun 18-Aug 29 (7pm-9pm) Waterski Shows Minocqua at the Aqua Bowl. Every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. 1.800.44.NORTH | min-aquabats.com

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Through the seasons

Lots to Do – Year-round! Visit Vilas County throughout the year and experience the fun and surprises that each new season brings. See the lush forests at the height of summer and the brilliant white beauty of a snowy Northwoods landscape. Experience spring’s awakening and the splendor of fall. Don’t miss a single season!

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Spring

Be in Vilas County when the woodlands come back to life. Cheerful wildflowers peek out from the forest floor and birds flit about the trees. It’s a wonderful time to be in the Northwoods. Three things you need to do in Vilas County this spring 1. Be here for the spring gamefish season opener – First Saturday in May 2. Golf – Swing your clubs amid the budding trees 3. Go birdwatching – See spring migrants throughout the county

Summer

By the time summer rolls around, the forests of Vilas County are green and inviting. It’s hard to think of a more beautiful place to be. Don’t miss this magical season of fun and relaxation. Five summer experiences you don’t want to miss 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Fourth of July parades – Join classic small-town celebrations of the Fourth Fun festivals – Enjoy live music, races, rides and more Waterskiing – There’s no better feeling than flying across the lake Campfires – Spend the evening with friends under the Northern Lights Swimming – Vilas County’s lakes are among the cleanest on earth

Fall

It seems to happen overnight: the transformation from a canopy of green to

round!

an explosion of brilliant hues. When the fall color show begins, head straight to Vilas County for the best scenery in the state. Four reasons why fall is fantastic in Vilas County 1. 2. 3. 4.

Giant musky – The biggest fish of the year are caught in the fall More than 50 hiking trails – There’s no better place to walk in the fall Fall festivals – Find celebrations in the 12 communities of Vilas County Mountain biking – Roll through a dazzling landscape

Winter

Snowy pines, quiet forest glades and crisp blue skies combine to create a landscape of visual delights. Savor the beauty of the winter season on the trails and frozen lakes of Vilas County. Five reasons why winter might be the most fun season in Vilas County 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

More than 600 miles of snowmobile trails – Finest trails in the state 1,300 lakes – Enough ice-fishing opportunities for a lifetime Cozy cabins, motels and resorts – You’ll find a long list of lodging options Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing – More than 50 trails Winter events – Warm up your winter with festivals, races, rides and more

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Step back in time

MUSEUMS Discover the region’s history as a center for the logging industry and as a railroad destination. Learn through hands-on exhibits. Experience native Ojibwe culture. Choose from more than a dozen museums. $ FREE

Admission fee required. Free or voluntary donation.

The Old Schoolhouse Gallery –

Local History

Boulder Junction Historical Museum –

7820 County Road K, Star Lake. 715.542.3998 FREE

Highway M South, Boulder Junction. 715.385.0063

Cultural

phelpsmuseum.com

Dr. Kate Museum –

Cultural Center – $ 603 Peace Pipe Road, Lac du Flambeau.

923 2nd Avenue, Woodruff.

FREE

715.356.6896 | drkatemuseum.org

715.588.3333 | ldfmuseum.com Eagle River Historical Museum – $ Wa-Swa-Goning Indian Village – $

116 Railroad Street (Old Train Depot),

2750 Highway H, Lac du Flambeau.

Eagle River. 715.479.9384 |

715.588.2615 | waswagoning.us

eagleriverhistoricalsociety.com

Children’s

Land O’ Lakes Historical Society Northern

Northwoods Children’s Museum – $ 346 W. Division Street, Eagle River.

Waters Museum – FREE

715.479.4623 |

715.547.6979 | landolakeshistory.org

6490 Chippewa Drive, Land O’ Lakes.

northwoodschildrensmuseum.com

International Snowmobile Racing Hall of Fame & Museum –

Phelps Historical Museum – FREE 2299 Highway 17, Phelps. 715.545.3012 |

George W. Brown Jr. Ojibwe Museum &

Snowmobiling

FREE

Presque Isle Heritage Museum – FREE Highway B & School Loop Road, Presque Isle. 715.686.2481 Vilas Historical Museum –

FREE

2889 Highway 155, Sayner. 715.542.3388 | northern-wisconsin.com/museum Winchester Museum –

FREE

2117 Lake Street, Winchester. 715.686.2926 Museum Hours: The hours of business may vary. Please contact the museums to confirm hours before visiting.

Minocqua Museum – FREE 503 Flambeau Street, Minocqua. 715.356.7666

FREE

8481 Highway 70 West, St. Germain. 715.542.4488 | snowmobilehalloffame.com World Snowmobile Headquarters – $ 1521 N. Railroad Street, Eagle River. 715.479.2186 | worldsnowmobilehq.com

See treasures from the past.

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It’s time to explore

VILAS COUNTY MAPS Vilas County offers an incredible variety of recreational trails. Find outstanding birdwatching areas. See interesting attractions. Choose from more than 50 designated trails offering everything from hiking, biking, paddling and birdwatching to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The following maps will help you explore the lakes and forests of Vilas County. On pages 30-44, you’ll find maps of 57 trails. Each of the

Trail Courtesy Reminders

trail maps has GPS coordinates for its trailhead and its own key for

Don’t litter—carry out what you carry in. Leave plants and animals

identifying the icons used on that map. Each map number shows the trail’s approximate location on the Vilas County map (pages 28-29). Some recreation sites in the national forests may charge a parking fee. Some trail segments, especially in the Vilas County Forest, may be hard-pack and sand, which may not be suitable for some bicycles. Trail surface type is indicated by the following: M=Mountain Biking; P=Paved trails and I=Improved Trails (gravel, crushed limestone, etc.). Visit vilas.org for the most up-to-date trail information and maps. Snowmobile trail maps are fundraisers for the local clubs and available from local businesses and chambers of commerce. For snowmobile trail conditions, call 800.236.3649 or visit vilas.org.

in their natural environment. No camping along trails (unless designated). Pets are allowed on trails with the Leashed Pets Allowed icon in their Map Key—exceptions may apply. Keep your pets leashed at all times and clean up after them. Check signs at trailhead for specific trail regulations.

COMING SOON New trail map and app featuring landand water-based trails. The perfect tool for hikers, bikers, cross-country skiers, snowshoers and paddling enthusiasts. Available Spring 2014. vilas.org

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Top Birdwatching Locations Boulder Junction 1

Cathedral Point

Conover 2

Fire Lane Road

Approximate drive times

LAND STATISTICS

Chicago .............................................................. 6 hrs Milwaukee .......................................................... 4 hrs Minneapolis ........................................................ 4 hrs Green Bay ........................................................... 2 hrs

County Land Acres ....................................... 554,624 Public Acres State of Wisconsin .................. 150,220 U.S. Forest Service .................... 53,585 County Owned ........................... 41,047 Town Owned ................................ 3,394 Total Public Land .......................................... 248,246

Eagle River 3

Thunder Lake State Wildlife Area

Lac du Flambeau 4

Powell Marsh

To M28 Wakefield

Manitowish Waters 5 6

Phelps 7

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Eagle River Area Trails 1 Anvil Lake Trail 8 Eagle River-Land O’ Lakes Bike Route 12-1 Franklin Lake Trail 12-2 Hidden Lakes Trail 22 Mud Minnow Lake Trail 25 Nicolet North Trails 26 Nordmarka Trails 42 Ski Hill Trails 43 Snipe Lake & Ewald Lake Trails 44 44a Spectacle Lake-Kentuck Lake Trail 55 Tara Lila Trail 47 Three Eagle Trail Lac du Flambeau Area Trails 14 Lac du Flambeau Trail Land O’ Lakes Area Trails 15 Land O’ Lakes Bike Trail 16 Land O’ Lakes Ski Trail 8 Eagle River-Land O’ Lakes Bike Route 53 Guido Rahr Sr. Tenderfoot Forest Preserve Trail Manitowish Waters Area Trails 20 Manitowish Waters Trail 27 North Lakeland Discovery Center Trails 28 North Lakeland School Nature/ Cross-Country Ski Trail System

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2. Awassa Nature Preserve & Hiking Trail

Terrain varies from mostly level to hilly. Trail difficulty is marked (beginner, intermediate, expert). The trail showcases the many opportunities provided within the National Forest. Parking area (sticker required) is located just east of the Anvil Lake Campground entrance and south of Hwy 70. Part of the National Recreation Trail System. Designated watchable wildlife area. *Pets not allowed on groomed ski trails. • Length: 12 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and Hwy 70 on the east side of Eagle River, continue east on Hwy 70 approximately 9 miles to a parking area on the south side of Hwy 70 just past Military Road.

An easy/beginner trail offering a system of level, shaded trails that meander through stands of mature pines, oaks, maples, and a rich understory of balsam fir. Three hiking loops of varied length provide for pleasurable walking. The 0.5-mile interpretive nature trail is wheelchair accessible. • Length: Loops from 0.5 to 2.1 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 155 and Hwy 70 in St. Germain, continue west on Hwy 70 approximately 0.5 miles (just past the school entrance). Parking area is on the west side of Hwy 70.

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This trail offers fun for the entire family. Bring your cross-country skis, snowshoes, ice skates, sled or boots and enjoy outdoor winter fun. The cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and walking trail is cleared and groomed and suitable for beginners, enthusiasts and families. There is also a sledding hill, along with a regulation-size ice skating rink equipped with lights, a warming hut with lighting and electricity, group seating and a bonfire area to warm your toes. • Length: 0.9 miles • Location: From the Boulder Junction Chamber go north on Hwy M. Turn right on Old Hwy K (at Coontail Corner) and go about 0.25 miles to the parking area. Winter Park will be on the right.

4. Catherine Wolter Wilderness Area N46 13.795 W89 40.385

This wilderness area consists of 2,189 acres of northern forest and 15 lakes and ponds. The lakes and surrounding forests provide habitat for many native plants and wildlife, including loons, osprey, otters, fishers, bear and timber wolves. The preserve is open to the public from sunrise to sunset for hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, birdwatching and other low-impact recreational activities. • Location: From Presque Isle, continue southeast on County B approximately 3 miles to the intersection with East Bay Road. Turn north on East Bay Road and continue approximately 0.5 miles to a parking area on the right, next to the locked gate.

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6. Decker Lake Trail

This blacktopped trail, great for touring bikes, runs from downtown Boulder Junction past Trout Lake to Crystal Lake Campground. Expansion 2.5 miles north on County Highway M and 1.2 miles West on Highway K was recently completed. Terrain varies. There is a picnic area about halfway to Trout Lake. This trail connects to the Plum Lake Bike Trail to the east and is part of the over 45-mile paved Heart of Vilas County Bike & Hike Trail System. • Length: 15.7 miles • Location: Trail access at the Boulder Junction Chamber office.

As part of the Vilas County Forest Hunter/Hiking Trail System, the Decker Lake Fire Lane is mowed on a three-year rotation. This trail features rolling terrain and meanders through stands of aspen, oak, and pine. The Decker Fire Lane is not plowed during the winter. • Length: 4.5 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and County Hwy K in Conover, continue west on County Hwy K approximately 5 miles to Decker Lake Fire Lane. Turn south on Decker Lake Fire Lane to various parking areas.

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Black Oak Lake

B B

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Wildlife Opening

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Lower Buckatabon Lake

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Boot Lake

Croker Lake

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Range Line Lake Fire Lane divides this trail system. Terrain is level and winds through stands of aspen, pine, and northern hardwoods. There are ADA-compliant picnic sites at Range Line Lake and Deep Lake. Range Line Lake also has a carry-in canoe launch. There is a disabled accessible fishing pier at Deep Lake. Deep Lake Road is part of the Vilas County Snowmobile Trail System and is not accessible by vehicles during the winter season. • Length: 6 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and County Hwy G north of Eagle River, continue west on County Hwy G approximately 1.25 miles to Croker Road. Turn north on Croker Road and continue about 2 miles to Deep Lake Road and the first of several parking areas.

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Deep Lake

Tellefson Lake

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Land O’ S Lakes

Forest Lake

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Little Portage Lake Road

N46 02.792 W89 22.357

45 45

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Eagle River

8. Eagle River – Land O’ Lakes Bike Route N45 56.509 W89 15.634

This 22-mile route connects Eagle River with the Land O’ Lakes Bike Trail in Land O’ Lakes. The route follows quiet forested roads and lakes along the way. The ride is relatively easy with some gentle hills. There is an opportunity for food and rest about halfway along the route. Parking is available at the Eagle River end of the route. • Length: 22 miles • Location: From the intersection of Highway 45 and County Highway G on the north side of Eagle River, continue west on County Highway G approximately 0.3 miles to a parking area on the south side of Highway G.

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MAP KEY

Lost Canoe Lake

Bird Watching

Connects with Crystal Lake Trail

Crystal Lake

Entrance to Crystal Lake Campground

G X-C Skiing Groomed

Connects with Plum Lake Bike Trail

u gro Camp

Hiking

To Sayner

Paved Roads

Two-Way Trail

Parking

MAP KEY

Shelter Leashed Pets Allowed*

Pallette Lake

Escanaba Lake

Hiking

Bird Watching

Snowshoe Paved Roads Trail

Nebish

Road

Shelter

Fal liso nL

3.5 miles to M

ake

Mystery Lake

Camping

Spruce Lake

Picnic Area Swimming Beach Low-Lying Areas Leashed Pets Allowed

9. Escanaba - Pallette Lake Trails N46 03.209 W89 35.227

This hilly, rolling and very scenic trail winds around several lakes and through a variety of timber types and has a shelter and fire ring provided. Escanaba Lake can also be fished— check all fish you take out with the Escanaba Contact Station. This intermediate level crosscountry ski trail is tracked and a Wisconsin State Trail Pass is required. This trail connects to the Lumberjack Trail. *Pets not allowed when there is snow. • Length: 4 loops of varying length: 2, 4, 5.5 and 8.5 miles • Location: From Boulder Junction, continue south on County Hwy M approximately 7 miles to Nebish Lake Road. Turn east on Nebish Lake Road and continue about 3.5 miles to the parking area on the north side of the road.

10. Fallison Lake Trails N45 59.500 W89 37.015

A beautiful, very hilly trail, with a spectacular view of Fallison Lake. Booklets on wildlife, flora and trail history are available from the DNR Trout Lake Office and at the trailhead from mid-May to mid-September as well as on interpretive labels along the trail. *Bicycles not allowed on this trail. • Length: Loops of 0.5, 1, 2 and 2.5 miles • Location: Across from Crystal Lake Campground on Hwy N, west of Sayner. MAP KEY

Franklin Lake

MAP KEY

Hiking

Bird Watching

Bog

Hemlock

Snowshoe

Paved Roads Trail

Trail

Caut

155

ion

Paved Roads

Snowshoe

Hiking

Parking

Restroom

Tamarack Swamp

Picnic Area

Leashed Pets Allowed

Swimming Beach

Day Use

Handicap Accessible

Leashed Pets Allowed*

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Hemlock Cabin Nature Trail

FR 2181

To St. Germain

11. Fern Ridge Trail N45 56.772 W89 29.255

A somewhat rugged, intermediate-level trail offering striking contrasts in terrain. Special attention is given to the many wildflowers, trees and non-flowering plants that make the trail beautiful during all seasons, including late-season mushrooms. Provides a great snowshoeing experience. • Length: Approximately 0.7 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 70 and Hwy 155 in St. Germain, continue north on Hwy 155 approximately 2.5 miles (just across from Big St. Germain Drive).

Caution

Northern Hardwoods

P Franklin

Big St. Germain Drive

Lake Hidden Trail

ut Cree

Buttern

Butternut Lake

12-1. Franklin Lake Trail N45 55.541 W88 59.748

Take the time to stroll along the “Avenue of the Giants.” Enjoy northern hardwood, pine and hemlock forests with some trees over 400 years old. A short loop at the start of the trail is wheelchair accessible. Parking area (sticker required) is located beyond the Franklin Lake boat landing off Forest Road 2181 on the right. Part of the Nicolet National Forest, Franklin Lake Trail is the trailhead for Hidden Lakes Trail. *Pets not allowed on groomed ski trails. • Length: 1 mile • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and Hwy 70 on the east side of Eagle River, continue east on Hwy 70 about 9 miles to FR 2178. Turn south on FR 2178 and continue about 3 miles to FR 2181. Turn south on FR 2181 and continue about 5 miles to the campground.

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Two Dutchmen Lake

Tenderfoot River

Franklin Lake

Roach Lake

Three Johns Lake

2460

MICH Ontonagon Rive

IGAN

WISC

MAP KEY

Butternut Lake

2181

Palmer Lake Boat Landing

N. Branch Pine River

P Palmer Lake

Bird Watching

Hiking

Luna White Deer Trail

2425 Palm

er L

Trails End Rd

ake

Two Sisters Lakes

2140

ONSIN

MAP KEY

Bose Lake Franklin Lake Nature Trail

2181

To Anvil Lake Trail

Tenderfoot Lake

Mirror Lake

McKinley Lake

Paved Roads

White Deer Lake

Paddling

Paved Roads

To Builder Junction

Preserve Boundary

Harriet Lake

Pat Shay Lake

akes

To Land O’L

Mirror Lake Trail Borden Family Trail

Boat Route

Four Ducks Lake

2179

Entrance Trails

State Border P

Bird Watching

Hiking

Luna Lake

2179

Luna White Deer Trail

Trail

Parking

Camping

2181

Boat Ramp Leashed Pets Allowed*

2008

12-2. Hidden Lakes Trail

Parking

53. Guido Rahr Sr. Tenderfoot Forest Preserve Trail N46 12.226 W89 29.062

Managed by the Nature Conservancy, this 971 acre preserve provides exploration opportunities on nearly four miles of undeveloped shoreline on the pristine waters of Tenderfoot, Roach and Mirror Lakes and is open from ice out (April/May) through November for hiking, birdwatching, fishing and other low-impact recreational activities. Terrain is fairly flat. There are no restroom facilities. This is a combination land/water trail between Land O’Lakes and Presque Isle with access via the Palmer Lake boat landing. • Length: 1.9 and 2.0 mile land trail loops; approximately 3.0 mile water trail via Palmer Lake, Ontonagon River and Tenderfoot Lake. • Location: From Land O’Lakes, continue west on Cty Hwy B approximately 12 miles to Palmer Lake Road. Turn north on Palmer Lake Road and continue about 2½ miles to the boat landing.

N45 55.541 W88 59.748

This long-distance trail provides the chance for an overnight campout by a small remote lake. Starting midway on the Franklin Nature Trail, the Hidden Lakes Trail loops south around Butternut Lake, passing several small lakes with scenic vistas and a remarkable stand of old hemlock trees, then back west and north to the Franklin Lake Campground. Several sections of the trail follow other trails and old roads so be sure to have a map handy. *Pets not allowed on groomed ski trails. • Length: Approximately 13 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and Hwy 70 on the east side of Eagle River, continue east on Hwy 70 about 9 miles to FR 2178. Turn south on FR 2178 and continue about 3 miles to FR 2181. Turn south on FR 2181 and continue about 5 miles to the campground. Park at the Franklin Lake Nature Trail parking lot and follow the trail approximately 0.5 miles to the Hidden Lakes trailhead. If you take the entire 13-mile loop, the trail ends at the Franklin Lake boat ramp.

MAP KEY Muskesin Lake Bird Watching

Heart Lake

Hiking

MAP KEY

White Sand Lake

d Cemeter y Roa

Road

Leashed Pets Allowed

Heart Lake

Wildlife Opening

Trail

Parking

Camping

D To Boulder Junction

Little Pine Road

Leashed Pets Allowed

P Riv e

Flambeau Lake

Lac du Flambeau

sin

il Tra

Paved Roads

Parking

ake

Trail

Pokegama Lake

Paved Trails

Paved Roads

m ega Pok

Hunting

Pokegama Lake Spur

To Manitowish Waters

art

P oad

Road

Lak eR

Village

Indian

Crawling Stone Lake

13. Heart Lake Trail N46 04.742 W89 17.556

Trails of the Vilas County Forest Hunter/Hiking Trail System are maintained on a three-year rotation. Heart Lake Trail lies north of the Heart Lake Road. Terrain is level to rolling. Timber types in this area are predominantly aspen, jack pine and red pine. The Heart Lake Road is part of the Vilas County Snowmobile Trail System and is not accessible by vehicles during the winter season. • Length: 4.9 miles • Location: From Conover, continue west on County Hwy K approximately 2 miles to County Hwy S. Turn north about 1.5 miles and watch for the Heart Lake Trail signs on the east side of the road.

Moss Lake Moss Lake Road

Fence Lake

To Cty F

14. Lac du Flambeau Trail N45 58.662 W89 54.835

Starting in downtown Lac du Flambeau, two trails wind through the surrounding lake country. The first loop is around Flambeau Lake while the second loop is around Lake Pokegama. Using road connections, riders can also access trails in nearby Boulder Junction and Manitowish Waters. • Length: 17.9 miles with loops of 7 and 11 miles • Location: Parking available at the Lac du Flambeau trailhead (highway historical marker) located on Hwy 47 between Flambeau & Pokegama Lakes.

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MAP KEY W atersmeet

Bird Watching

Ottawa National Forest Visitor Center

Trail County Road Gravel Road Hiking Trails

Sylvania Recreation Area Entrance Station

Restroom

Lake Long

Food

P Parking

OLD US 2

Paved Trails

L IS

Leashed Pets Allowed TH

US A

KED

E RD

MAP KEY PP

Duck Lake

Snowshoe Paved Roads Trail

6324

Lake RD

Parking

Information

Lake

Maimie

P l

M IL

Lake D KE R C

Big Bateau Lake E

Spring Lk

N LK

O B IG P

Land O’ Lakes Bike & Pedestrianway

RTAG E LAKE

FO R E ST LAKE R D

BABCOCK RD

L IT T L E P O R T A G E L A K E R D

T o Eagle River 22 miles

CR YST AL LAKE RD

Land O’ Lakes

P P

Moon Lake

ak eR

P P

KE R

North Moon Lake Road

Forest Lake

Twist Lake

Fire Road 5059

Fire Road 6329

H S O UT

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P P

Fire Road 5022

N OR TH M O O N L K RD

MO O

Black Oak Lake

i Tra

ile

IT A R Y R O A D

MICHI WISCO GAN NSIN

Fire Road 6320

Agonikak National Recreation Trail

Duck

Bicycles are not permitted within the Wilderness boundary

P P

Leashed Pets Allowed

Sylvania Wilderness

Whitefish Lake

Dr eam Lake

ALLE N

Dear Is Lakeland

P P

D D IS R D

Indian Lake

X-C Skiing Ungroomed

Cr ooke

AND

Lake

X-C Skiing Groomed

LK RD

CROO

Cla

Thousand Island

Hiking

WH TE I P IN D R E

OLD US 2

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15. Land O’ Lakes Bike Trail

Land O’ Lakes Chamber Welcome Center

Indian Village Road

South Moon Lake Road

(Part of the Wilderness Lakes Trail System) N46 09.605 W89 12.349

16. Land O’ Lakes Ski Trail

The first completed segment of this trail system includes the paved Land O’ Lakes Bike/ Pedestrianway, which is suitable for all types of non-motorized transportation, except horses. Heading west from Hwy 45 through Land O’ Lakes, the trail varies in width from 5 feet in the shopping area to 10 feet as it passes through beautiful forested areas. The trail connects and shares some of its length with low volume town roads. • Length: The Land O’ Lakes Bike/Pedestrianway is 12 miles of the proposed 40-mile system. • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and County Hwy B east of Land O’ Lakes, continue west on County Hwy B about .25 miles to a parking area on the northwest corner (behind the gas station).

Passing wooded and lake view vistas, this trail offers 9 miles of groomed trails through two loops for skiers of all ability levels. Includes 2 miles of trails through hilly maple forest. East trails are groomed extra wide to accommodate snowshoeing. The trails are cleared and/or groomed and maintained by the Land O’ Lakes Fish & Game Club in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service. • Length: 7.5 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and County Hwy B in Land O’ Lakes, continue west on County Hwy B to East Duck Lake Road and turn north. Continue past North Moon Lake Road to a parking area on the east side of the road.

Langley Lake Road

Map Section #2

N46 10.995 W89 12.429

Bird Watching

P Paved Roads

Trail

Mountain Trails

17. Langley Lake Trails N46 02.708 W89 23.645

This extensive trail system in the Vilas County Forest features a cross-country ski trail with three loops (parking is provided courtesy of the County Highway Dept. on the south end just north of County Hwy K on Langley Lake Road). Also featured is a vehicle-accessible handicap hunting area. The gently undulating terrain features stands of aspen, oak and pine. • Length: 15.7 miles • Location: From Conover, take County Hwy K west approximately 7 miles to a parking area at Langley Lake Road just before the intersection with East Laura Lake Road.

Handicap Accessible

Wildlife Opening

Trail

Bird Watching

Trout Lake

Snowshoe

Hiking

X-C Skiing Ungroomed

Parking

MAP KEY Picnic Area Swimming Beach

Camping

Boat Ramp

Information

Leashed Pets Allowed

To Es a Trail

P Parking

Leashed Pets Allowed

North Trout Nature Trail

Paved Roads

To r ve Cono

Nixon Lake Road White Sand Lake

n ab ca

To Star Lake

North Creek Road

X-C Skiing Groomed

Hunting

Chain Gate

No Name Nellie Lake Lake Concora Road

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Hiking

Wood Bridge

Old

Con co Roa ra d

MAP KEY

P P

Cre

Carl’s Lake

Gene’s Lake Eas t Lak Laura eR oad

Jim’s Lake

ley ng

Oscar’s Lake

Map Section #2

ke La

Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce

ite

Old

INNER LOOP

Langley Lake Road

Manitowish River

Post Little Rice Office Lake

Fishtrap Dam

Fishtrap Dam Road

Baker Lake Road

18. Lumberjack Trail

(Part of Boulder Area Trail System - BATS) N46 06.081 W89 37.188 Designated mountain bike trail (Wisconsin State Trail Pass required). Includes several wilderness trails of grass and dirt gently winding through different timber types and along the edge of the Manitowish River, the Fishtrap Flowage and White Sand Lake. Leashed pets are allowed only when there is no snow. Trail connects to the Escanaba-Pallette Lake Trails. • Length: Loops of 4.6 and 12.5 miles are available • Location: From Boulder Junction, continue south on Old Hwy K approximately 1 mile to Concora Road and a parking area.

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*Vista

Hwy. 70

Map Section #1

To St. Germain

Int e St rmit r e te am nt

Hiking

Town Line Road

Madeline Lake

Easy/Beginner

Intermediate

Expert/Advanced

ise

1 3

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s 2 Steeple

Island Hop

R er

Back country road ungroomed

Cr u 1

Exp

Yukon Swamp

Yukon

Madeline Lake Road

Parking

Trail

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2 Creek 2 Beaver Trail VO2 Pond 3 Max 1

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Shelter Restroom

Nep c

Survivor

Nutcrack er

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One-Way Trail Two-Way Trail

Red Pine

Rudolph Road

Snowshoe

4 1

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X-C Skiing Groomed

Base Loop

Sleig

Nose Dive Alley

Tornado Alley

Shelter Leashed Pets Allowed*

il Ta el ir r

MAP KEY

Parking

Chalet

u Sq

Windy Ridge

Trail

Cedar Creek

Paved Roads

kin Breare F e

Little Arbor Vitae Lake

Pin e

G X-C Skiing Groomed

Big

Mountain Trails

Riv er

Ru n

MAP KEY

Mell

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Chase

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Papoose Lake Rd

North Lakeland Elem. School

Divine Rd

ins Rd

Dr.

Clear Lake

nit

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Rest Lake Park

Cle

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North Lakeland Discovery Center

W Fawn Lake Rd Red Feather Road

Tower Road Rest Lake Manitowish River

Koller Park

MAP KEY

Paved Trails

ke M

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21. Minocqua Winter Park Trail N45 50.2406 W89 53.9104

Opened in 1981 and operated by the Lakeland Ski Touring Foundation, Minocqua Winter Park has almost 50 miles of trail for Nordic skiing and 7 miles of snowshoe trails. Other amenities include a heated chalet, ski shop with rental skis/snowshoes, lighted, liftassisted snow tubing hill, and ice skating pond. • Length: Various loops and skill levels • Location: From Minocqua, continue west on Highway 70 about 7 miles to Squirrel Lake Road and turn south. Continue on Squirrel Lake Road about 4.5 miles to Scotchman Lake Road. Continue about 0.5 miles to the Park.

Hiking

Trail

Marathon Road

Trac k

Paved Roads

McCabe Lake

McKinney Lake

Wol f

This easy to moderate terrain with some rolling hills offers a variety of beautiful scenery winding around three lakes. A shelter with a fire ring is provided. This designated mountain bike trail and tracked cross-country ski trail requires a Wisconsin State Trail Pass. No biking or hiking when there is snow. *Pets not allowed when there is snow or on groomed trails. • Length: Various loops offer trails of 3, 3.5, 4.5 and 5.5 miles • Location: Take Hwy 47 east of Woodruff, turn east on Hwy J. Turn north on Rudolph Road and watch for the parking area on the east side of the road.

C&D

N45 54.081 W89 39.758

Nek oos

Exp

ress

19. Madeline Lake Trail

Parking

Shelter

Information Restroom

P Airport

Manitowish Waters Chamber of Commerce

Picnic Area Boat Ramp Points of Interest

Powell Road

Leashed Pets Allowed

20. Manitowish Waters Trail N46 07.486 W89 52.492

This paved trail links the Community Center grounds at US Hwy 51 and Airport Road to the trails of the North Lakeland Discovery Center and the North Lakeland Elementary School. Travel along Hwy W and spend time at Rest Lake and Koller Parks. Restrooms, water, benches and a playground are located at the Manitowish Waters Community Center. Expansion along Highway K to connect with Boulder Junction area trails is planned. • Length: 3.6 miles • Location: Parking available at the Manitowish Waters Community Center, Koller Park, Rest Lake Park and the North Lakeland Discovery Center and North Lakeland Elementary School.

Snowshoeing on a wilderness trail.

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To S ayn e

Aspen Lane

To Ea g

le Riv

Fire Lane Road

Hiking

Hunting

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MAP KEY

Snowshoe

Hiking

Hunting

Snowshoe

X-C Skiing Ungroomed

skr at C Mu

Bird Watching

X-C Skiing Ungroomed

Paved Roads

Trail

MAP KEY

Mud Minnow Lake

P P

Balsa

inn ow

Sunken Lake

Lak eR

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Road

P Bird Watching

Parking

Muskrat Creek

Wildlife Opening Leashed Pets Allowed

Paved Roads

To K

Trail

Parking

Wildlife Opening Leashed Pets Allowed

23. Muskrat Creek Trail

22. Mud Minnow Lake Trail

N46 04.143 W89 11.653

Part of the Vilas County Forest, this extensive trail system can be enjoyed throughout the year. Terrain is gently rolling through stands of aspen, pine and oak. This area is adjacent to a Spruce Grouse Management Area. Fire Lane Road and Muskrat Creek Road are town roads which are plowed through the winter season. The southern segment of this trail system is part of the Vilas County Snowmobile Trail System. • Length: 6 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and County Hwy K in Conover, continue east on County Hwy K approximately 2 miles to Muskrat Creek Road. Turn north on Muskrat Creek Road and continue about 1 mile to the start of parking areas.

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24 60

Boulder Junction

Nichols Lake Lane

Picnic Area Swimming Beach

Paved Roads Trail

Pat Shay Logging Road

Harmony Lake

Parking

Points of Interest

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Military Road

X-C Skiing Groomed

2178

Trout Springs

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Mountain Trails Hiking

Paved Roads Trail

Information

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Butternut Lake

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Improved Trails

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MAP KEY

Parking

Tom’s Hill

MAP KEY Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce Office

ls La Nicho

Echo Lake

Coaster

Mostly Up

Pines Cemetery

2181

Camp Manitowish Entrance

w do ea hM As

To 70

2425

To Anvil Trail

Pat Shay

This segment of the Vilas County Forest Trail System winds through a variety of timber types including oak, pine, and aspen/birch. Although the trails may be enjoyed through the winter season, the Sunken Lake Road and Mud Minnow Lake Road are not plowed. Furthermore, Mud Minnow Lake Road serves as a segment of the Vilas County Snowmobile Trail System. • Length: 2.8 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and County Hwy G, continue west on County Hwy G approximately 7 miles to Mud Minnow Lake Road (south side of the highway). Watch for sign.

Roller

N45 57.876 W89 23.073

Pat Shay Lake

Leashed Pets Allowed*

79 21

2179

Leashed Pets Allowed

North Cree

k Road

25. Nicolet North Trails N45 54.900 W89 01.092

24. Nichols Beach N46 06.175 W89 38.338

This short but excellent gravel trail runs through the woods from the Boulder Junction Chamber office to Nichols Lake. There is a picnic area at Nichols Beach that makes a great place to relax before returning to Boulder Junction. Be sure to follow the orange snowmobile trail markers and “Nichols Beach” signs. This trail connects to Crystal Lake Trail. Expansion from Hwy H south to North Creek Rd is planned. • Length: 2.5 miles • Location: Trail access at the Boulder Junction Chamber.

These trails offer a favorite spot for cross-country skiers, hikers and mountain bikers. A parking lot (sticker required) is located on the west side of the trailhead. Part of the Nicolet National Forest, these trails connect to the Anvil Lake Trail. *Pets not allowed on groomed ski trails. • Length: 15 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and Hwy 70 on the east side of Eagle River, continue east on Hwy 70 approximately 8.5 miles to Military Road. Turn south on Military Road and continue to FR 2181 (Butternut Lake Road). Continue on FR 2181 to the intersection with Forest Road 2425. Turn south on FR 2425 and continue about 1.5 miles to a parking area on the west side of the road.

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Open Field

East L ily Roa

To Norge Trails

NORGE TRAILS

Continued From Trail at Top of Map on Left

To Presque Isle & Winchester

Northern Cruise

MAP KEY

X-C Skiing Groomed

Elevator

Paved Roads

Snowmobile Crossing LOOKOUT!

“No Helmet” Hill

Rest Lake Park

Lookout Trail

e ak eL

Norge East Loop

Norge South Loop

tor

Little-Bit-Longer Loop

Lil

Snowmobile Crossing

Snowshoe Hiking Paved Roads

Two-Way Trail

P Bob’s Holler (Hill)

Tower Road

Trail

Picnic Area

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Points of Interest Leashed Pets Allowed

To Hwy 51

B ley

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Hill

Information Restroom

W Manitowish River

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Open Field

Loop

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Points of Interest

Parking

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Big River Trail

Parking

Bird Watching

X-C Skiing Groomed

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Connecto

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Improved Trails

i P Sta

Norge North Loop

Norge West Loop

Lagoon

MAP KEY

North Lakeland Discovery Center

Statehouse Lake Loop

Plunger

Mountain Trails

Circle Lily Road

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Pete’s Puddle

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To Eagle River

27. North Lakeland Discovery Center Trails N46 08.097 W89 53.259

26. Nordmarka Trails N45 55.587 W89 14.740

This system offers easy/beginner and intermediate ski opportunities along with some hills and is maintained by the Nordmarka Ski Club of Eagle River. *Pets not allowed on groomed ski trails. • Length: Approximately 3 miles • Location: From Eagle River, continue north on Hwy 45 to the intersection with McKinley Boulevard (at the stoplights). Turn east on McKinley Boulevard and continue to the Eagle River Municipal Golf Course. Check in at the office.

Serene and secluded biking/hiking/skiing trails around Statehouse Lake and along the Manitowish River. Easy/beginner and intermediate loops wind through new growth and old forest, and along bog and shoreline. The Bill Lambrecht Memorial Interpretive Trail and bog boardwalk are also open for exploration. Parking, trail info and warming house at the Discovery Center. This system connects to the Manitowish Waters Trail. • Length: 12 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 51 and County Hwy W in Manitowish Waters, continue north on County Hwy W approximately 1.5 miles to the North Lakeland Discovery Center. MAP KEY

MAP KEY

Hiking

Paved Roads Trail

Papoose Lake Road

X-C Skiing Groomed

Hiking

Snowshoe

Paved Roads

Parking Leashed Pets Allowed

Boulder Junction

Trail Parking

Camping Boat Ramp

Trout Lake

P North Lakeland

School

28. North Lakeland School Nature/Cross-Country Ski Trail System

N46 09.998 W89 48.506

29. North Trout Nature Trail

These trails are located on the grounds of North Lakeland School and wind through a variety of towering evergreens and hardwoods. Overall easy level of difficulty with a few dips and small slopes. During the winter, the trails are groomed, as volunteers are available, by the North Lakeland/Northwoods Ski Touring Association. • Length: 8-10 miles of looping trails • Location: Trailhead may be accessed from the north side of the school’s football field. From the intersection of County Hwy K and Papoose Lake Road (west of the school), continue north on Papoose Lake Road approximately 1 mile to a parking area.

This easy hiking trail meanders around a mature black spruce tamarack bog as well as along Trout Lake, offering a beautiful view. Great trail for spring wildflower hikes. Also open for snowshoeing. A state park sticker is required to park at the North Trout Lake Campground parking area. *Bicycles and pets not allowed on this trail. • Length: 1 mile loop • Location: From Boulder Junction, continue south on County Hwy M approximately 4 miles to a parking area on the west side of the highway.

N46 04.217 W89 38.508

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Map Section #2 Afterglow Property Boundary

MAP KEY

Paved Roads

Warming Room

Parking

Easy/Beginner

Expert/Advanced

Intermediate

ple

a rM

Paved Roads

1 3

Afterglow Property Boundary

Parking Wildlife Opening Leashed Pets Allowed

P P

To Phelps

Bird Watching Snowshoe

Trail

Hunting

il Pioneer Creek Tra

Leashed Pets Allowed*

X-C Skiing Ungroomed

Hiking

1 2

MAP KEY

Restroom

K Conover Park

Sug ar M

Phelps Ski Trail

Trail WR

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Snowshoe

X-C Skiing Groomed

Conover

Pioneer Creek

To Eagle River

Sec

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Map

30. Phelps/Afterglow Lake Resort Ski Trails

(One intermediate trail (#5) and Phelps Ski Trail are maintained by Afterglow Lake Resort in cooperation with U.S.D.A. Forest Service) N46 05.373 W89 05.077 The Phelps Ski Trail, an expert-level trail, is accessed via the Afterglow Lake Resort facilities and connects to the Afterglow Lake Resort Ski Trails, which offer a variety of easy, intermediate and expert trails maintained by Afterglow Lake Resort using state-of-the-art grooming equipment. Afterglow has a telephone, restroom and warming room available for use by skiers and snowshoe enthusiasts. Trail fees apply. *Pets not allowed on groomed ski trails. • Length: Trails vary from 0.3 to 2 miles • Location: From Phelps, take County Hwy E north to Sugar Maple Road. Turn east on Sugar Maple Road and follow the signs to Afterglow Lake Resort. Park and check in at the resort.

31. Pioneer Creek Trail N46 02.668 W89 14.880

These Vilas County Forest trails pass through rolling countryside in stands of aspen, mature oak and pine. A part of this trail unit serves as a segment of the Vilas County Snowmobile Trail System. Pioneer Creek Trail, a County Forest Road, is not plowed during the winter season. • Length: 7.35 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and County Hwy K in Conover, continue east on County Hwy K, just past the Town Park and watch for the Pioneer Creek Trail signs on the south side of the road.

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Big Muskellunge Lake

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Razorback Road Razorback Ridges Mtn. Bike/Ski Area

Plum Lake

Campsite Road

MAP KEY

Paved Trails

SAYNER

Glenbrook Lane

Hiking

Trail Parking

X-C Skiing Snowshoe Groomed Paved Roads

Springs

Two-Way Trail

Paved Roads

Bird Watching

Hiking

155

MAP KEY

Plum Creek

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Plum Lake Drive

Crystal P Lake

Golf Course Road

Froelich Drive

Old N. Crystal Lake Trail & Boulder Trails

Parking Leashed Pets Allowed

Kurtzweil Road

Camping Restroom

Leashed Pets Allowed

Lac du Flambeau

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Picnic Area

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N46 05.414 W89 57.293

32. Plum Lake Trail N45 59.154 W89 31.930

This paved bike trail runs along County Hwy N between Sayner and Crystal Lake Campground. The trail connects with both the St. Germain Bike Trail (to the south) and with the Crystal Lake Trail (to the west) and is part of the 33-mile paved Heart of Vilas County Bike & Hike Trail System. • Length: Approximately 6 miles • Location: Parking at the intersection of Froelich Drive and County Hwy N (behind the log building).

Passing by Spring Pond and Sherman Lake, this scenic, easy/beginner trail winds through an area logged off some years ago as well as through an area of older timber types. Check with the North Lakeland Discovery Center regarding grooming, as volunteer cross-country ski grooming is reviewed annually. *Check with the center regarding leashed pets on the trail. • Length: Trail loops of 1.5, 2, 4.5 and 7 miles • Location: From the intersection of Airport Road and Hwy 51 in Manitowish Waters, turn south on Hwy 51 to Powell Road (about 0.25 miles). Turn west onto Powell Road and continue about 6.5 miles to the parking area. From Lac du Flambeau, continue north on Hwy 47 about 8 miles to Powell Road. Turn east on Powell Road, about 1 mile to a parking area.

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School Loop Rd.

Minonik Lake

Little Horsehead Lake

South Pond

St ate lin

Boot Lake

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Old Hwy W Rive

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MAP KEY Heart Lake

Paved Trails

Trail

Parking

Information

Restroom

Heritage Museum

Presque Isle Chamber of Commerce

Restroom

Handicap Accessible

Picnic Area

Points of Interest

Leashed Pets Allowed

Fire Barn

Volleyball Courts Horseshoe Pits

Orchard Trail

Community Center Library

Oxbow Ro

Oxbow Ro ad

Leashed Pets Allowed

Handicap Accessible

Log Pavilion

Paved Roads

Shelter Papoose Lake

Ridgeline Trail

Gate

Ball Diamonds Pavilion

School Loop Road

Crab Lake

Hiking

Paved Roads Van Vliet Lake

Carlin Lake

Nature Trail

Hiking

Bird Watching

North Crab Lake

Averill Lake

Katinka Lake

Armour Lake

P P

Shanty Boy Cemetery

MAP KEY

Presque Isle Lake

Birch Lake

Mermaid Lake

To County Hwy W

34. Presque Isle/Winchester Bike Route

McKensie Road

N46 14.960 W89 43.609

This paved trail starts at the Presque Isle Community Center, where you can park in the parking lot. Follow Main Street to the intersection of County Roads B and W. Take County Road W about 0.25 miles, where you can take a detour to Pipke Park, a beautiful walking/ birding area that is disabled accessible. Follow a 0.5-mile trail around the south pond (in winter, this is part of the snowmobile trail system) or continue to follow a quiet road through the woods and bike lanes on the side of the county highway. The 4.02-mile trail route ends at Wilderness Park and Presque Isle Lake. Another 10.5-mile trail route continues along Hwy W and ends at the Birch Lake boat landing in Winchester. • Length: 4.25-and 10.5-mile routes • Location: Trail begins at the Presque Isle Community Center.

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35. Presque Isle Nature Trail N46 14.867 W89 43.582

Provides marked, self-guided hiking trails winding through a variety of forest stages and past lake views. Restrooms onsite. With parking at the Presque Isle Community Center, this trail connects to the Presque Isle-Pomeroy-Henry Trails system. • Length: The inside loop is 0.8 miles and the outside loop is 1.5 miles. • Location: From County Hwy B in Presque Isle, turn east on School Loop Road and the trailhead gate is located behind the Presque Isle Community Center.

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8170

Heart Lake

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Barb Lake

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Mountain Trails Hiking

Presque Isle

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Oxbow Lake

Trail

South Twin Lake

Leashed Pets Allowed

Pomeroy Lake

P y ero Pom Road e Lak

Hunting

Paved Roads

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North Twin Lake

MAP KEY

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Langford Lake

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Improved Trails

Gravel/Forestry Roads

P Parking Leashed Pets Allowed

36. Presque Isle – Pomeroy – Henry Route N46 14.897 W89 43.681

Located along the Wisconsin-Michigan border, these interconnected gravel roads offer a variety of riding experiences through beautiful lake country and connect to the Presque Isle Nature Trail and the Presque Isle/Winchester Bike Route. • Length: Over 100 miles of gravel roads for mountain biking with loops of 7 to 16 miles just right for beginners • Location: Trail run throughout the Presque Isle area with parking and access at the Presque Isle Community Center.

37. Rail Trail

N46 04.140 W89 07.043 Accessible from either Conover or Phelps, this old railroad grade is currently used for hiking and mountain biking, with trail access at either Song Hill Lane or Muskrat Creek Road. Plans in 2013 and 2014 by the community in conjunction with Great Headwaters Trails will develop the trail (to be known as the Conover-Phelps Trail) for hiking and tour biking. Development includes the recently completed restroom facilities at the Conover Town Park (west on Hwy K from Muskrat Creek Road approximately 2 miles) with planned trail expansion and development from Muskrat Creek Road west to Hwy 45 and south to Hwy K West. • Length: Approximately 7.6 miles • Location: From the Town of Phelps take County Hwy E north 0.5 miles to County Hwy K. Turn west on County Hwy K for 1 mile to Song Hill Lane. From Conover, take County Hwy K east 2.1 miles to Muskrat Creek Road. Take Muskrat Creek Road north 0.25 miles to the crossing of the abandoned railroad grade.

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Song Hill

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Moraine Lake

Hawk Lake

Camp 2 Lake

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Pine Forest Trail

Steep Hills

Ratl Snake

Buck Ridge

Big

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Steep Hill Snomo’s Trail

Inkpot Lake

Two-Way Trail

Wildlife Opening

Ridge Trail

MAP KEY

Restroom

Expert/Advanced

Mary’s Frolic

Turnagain Arm

To Crystal Lake Campground

Nature Trail

Leashed Pets Allowed*

Doug’s Folly

Long Rider

Old Timer’s

Black Bear’s Run

Mountain Trails

Clear Lake

X-C Skiing Groomed

Paved Roads Trail

Shelter

Nature Trail

Corkscrew

Raz

38. Raven Trails

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Deadman’s Curve

Rollercoaster

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Warming Room Leashed Pets Allowed*

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Woodruff Rd.

Hiking Trail

Suicide Hill

Bruce’s Mountain

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Hair Raiser Hill Bypass

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Snooker’s Nook

Hiking

X-C Skiing Groomed Paved Roads

Duck Lake

Beaver’s Run

Hill By-Pass

Muskellunge Lake

Duck Lake Loop

Blueberry Lake Loop

MAP KEY

Mountain Trails

Blueberry Lake

To Sayner

N45 51.890 W89 39.030 A mix of intermediate and expert loops, moderately hilly with some steep slopes, wind through woods and near Inkpot and Clear Lakes. Bicycles and pets are not allowed on the Nature Trail Loop. The designated Nature Trail and the tracked cross-country ski trail require Wisconsin state trail passes. Raven Nature loop has interpretive signs along the way, and benches are also provided. No biking or hiking when there is snow. *Pets not allowed when there is snow. • Length: Loops vary from 1.5, 2.5, 3.5 and 5 miles • Location: From the intersection of County Hwy J and Hwy 47, continue south on Hwy 47 about 3 miles. Turn north (left) on Woodruff Road and continue to the Raven Trail sign approximately 0.5 miles.

39. Razorback Ridges Trails N45 59.842 W89 34.051

Scenic trails featuring different terrains for beginner to expert skiers. Trail mowed for mountain biking. System is maintained by the Sayner/Star Lake Lions Club. *Pets not allowed when there is snow. • Length: 12 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 155 and County Hwy N in Sayner, continue west on County Hwy N about 2 miles to Razorback Road. Turn north on Razorback Road and a parking area.

To Sayner

To Eagle River MAP KEY

Mountain Trails

Razorba

X-C Skiing Groomed

Garbage

Snowshoe

Canoe & Kayak Landing

155

Snowshoe

Two-Way Trail

To St. Germain

Found Lake Road

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Restroom Points of Interest Leashed Pets Allowed

Found Lake

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40. Rohr’s Wilderness Trails

41. Shannon Lake Trail

Try mountain biking, hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on this trail system which will challenge all users with terrain ranging from easy to expert skill levels. • Length: Various trail loops • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and County Hwy K in Conover, continue north on Hwy 45 to Rummels Road. Turn west on Rummels Road approximately 1 mile, crossing the Headwaters of the Wisconsin River to Razorback Road. Turn right. Travel 1 mile north on Razorback Road to Rohr’s Wilderness Tours’ driveway. White arrow signs (RWT Camp and Canoe) are located at the Hwy 45/Rummels and Rummels/Razorback intersections pointing you in the right direction.

With a mix of easy/beginner and intermediate loops, about half the trail runs through areas logged in 1976 and 2000. The loop around Shannon Lake is especially scenic. The rest of the gently rolling trail meanders through a variety of northern hardwoods. The trail is groomed on a volunteer basis. *Pets not allowed when there is snow or on groomed trails. • Length: Trail loops of 2.3, 3.5 and 7 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 155 and Lost Lake Road just north of St. Germain, continue north on Lost Lake Drive to Found Lake Road and turn east. Continue to Shannon Lake Road and a parking area. A second parking area is located on County Hwy G, approximately 2 miles east of County Hwy N.

N46 06.173 W89 14.829

N45 57.601 W89 26.428

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MAP KEY

Pincherry Lake Game Trail

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Hunting

X-C Skiing Ungroomed

Musky Road to G

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Bird Snowshoe Watching Paved Roads Trail

Parking

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Easy/Beginner

MAP KEY

Hiking

Intermediate

Paved Roads

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Cloverland Landfill

Picnic Area

Wildlife Opening

Boat Ramp

Parking

Restroom

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Wilde

Snip

Bird Watching

X-C Skiing Ungroomed

Snowshoe

Ewald Lake

Warm-up Loop

Ski Hill Road

Hunting

Snipe Lake

Ewald Lake Game Trail

Leashed Pets Allowed

To Conover

Leashed Pets Allowed

To Eagle River

Wood Duck Lake

Wood Duck Lake Game Trail

42. Ski Hills Trails

Consolidated Lakes

To 70

N45 59.503 W89 14.980

As part of the Vilas County Forest Hunter/Hiking Trail System, this trail is mowed on a three-year rotation to maintain access and improve wildlife habitat. Gently undulating terrain is featured on this trail system which meanders through stands of aspen, pine, oak and hardwoods. The first 0.25 miles of the Ski Hill Road is a Town of Conover Road and is plowed during the winter season, making the system accessible for winter enjoyment. • Length: 5.1 miles • Location: From the intersection of County Hwy G and Hwy 45 north of Eagle River, continue north on Hwy 45 approximately 5 miles to Ski Hill Road. Turn east on Ski Hill Road and continue about 0.25 miles to the parking area. From the intersection of County Hwy K and Hwy 45 in Conover, continue south on Hwy 45 about 4 miles to Ski Hill Road. Turn east on Ski Hill Road and continue about 0.25 miles to parking area. P

N45 56.156 W89 22.654

This extensive trail system treats the user to rolling terrain and a variety of wildlife habitats and timber types. The Vilas County Forest Roads are not plowed during the winter and several segments of these roads serve as snowmobile trails. However, the Hunter/Hiking Trails can be accessed during the winter from Wilderness Trail, a Town of Cloverland Road. • Length: 16.4 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwys 17 and 70 west of Eagle River, continue west on Hwy 70 approximately 6 miles to Wilderness Trail. Turn north on Wilderness Trail and continue approximately 1 mile to the Snipe Lake Fire Lane or continue on Wilderness Trail to the Snipe Lake Boat Landing for additional parking and trail access. To Plum Lake Bike Trail Kurtzweil Road Plum Creek Avenue

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Spectacle Lake

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FR 2572

43. Snipe Lake & Ewald Lake Trails

155 Mo

MAP KEY

Kasomo Lake Road

Paved Roads Trail

Big St. Germain Drive

MAP KEY C 155

Big St. Germain Lake

Snowshoe

Information

Picnic Area

44. Spectacle Lake – Kentuck Lake Trail

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St. Germain Chamber of Commerce

Old Hwy 70

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Camping

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Leashed Pets Allowed

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FR 2176

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Kentuck Lake

P Parking Boat Ramp

Parking

Handicap Accessible

Paved Roads Trail

Restroom

P Hiking

Hiking

Paved Trails

N46 00.662 W89 00.699 44a. N45 59.604 W88 58.884

45. St. Germain Bike & Hike Trail

You will feel like you’ve stepped back in time as parts of this level terrain trail follow the old Thunder Lake Railroad bed used in the early 1900s to transport logs to the sawmill. Get up early for birding or try your hand at identifying wildflowers along the trail. Great route between the Kentuck and Spectacle Lake Campgrounds. *Pets not allowed on groomed ski trails. • Length: 2.5 miles • Location: From the intersection of Highways 45 and 70 (east of Eagle River), continue east on Highway 70 approximately 7.5 miles to FR 2178 (Military Road). Turn north on FR 2178 and follow the signs to Spectacle Lake Campground. The trailhead is located near campsite #30 and parking is available at the boat ramp parking lot. Parking is also available at the boat ramp at Kentuck Lake. Parking lots require a daily use fee.

This 12-mile paved bicycle trail can be accessed at the Bike & Hike Park behind the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce (Hwys 70 & 155). From that point the trail leads west 8 miles along Hwy 70 to County Hwy C, and north along County Hwy C to Plum Creek Ave. This trail is part of the 33-mile paved Heart of Vilas Trail. A new 4-mile section of trail extends east from the Bike & Hike Park through the downtown area and then traverses a scenic section of Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest land to a parking lot across from South Bay Road and further west to a parking area on Old Hwy 70. • Length: 12 miles of paved, 9-foot-wide trail connecting to the Plum Lake Trail System • Location: Main trailhead located in the Bike & Hike Park behind the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce at the intersection of Hwys 70 and 155. Parking is also available at the east end of the trail across from South Bay Road and at a lot on Old Hwy 70.

N45 54.747 W89 29.289

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Eagle River North Bike Gate Town of Lincoln Tara Lila

To Boulder Junction

MAP KEY Four Women Boardwalk Mud Creek

Snowshoe

Hiking

Star Lake

X-C Skiing Ungroomed

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State

To Conover & Hwy 45

Paved Roads Trail

Nature Trail

Cedral (Mike’s Cedar Pass)

Private Lands Tara Lila

Border

P Parking Restroom

Red Pine Circle

Stone Ridge

Hiking Trail

Frieda’s Meadow

Amy’s Joy

Leashed Pets Allowed*

Three Eagle Trail Eagle River Segment

Star Lake

Drinking Water

MAP KEY Sand Pit Clearing Entrance

Sayner & Hwy 155

Hiking

Snowshoe

Paved Roads

Section B Rd

Medicine Trail

Fiona’s Rock

P Medicine Trail Trailhead

Siddh’s Rock Imogene’s Rock

Tara Lila

Sundstein Rd 1/4 Mile

Private Lands

Trail

Parking

55. Tara Lila Trails N45 54.818 W89 15.108

46. Star Lake Nature Trail N46 01.969 W89 28.665

The Star Lake Nature Trail, which requires a State Trail Pass, has interpretive signs along the way with part of the trail on a peninsula that juts out into Star Lake. This trail has a water pump and a bench halfway around the nature loop. *Bicycles and pets not allowed on the trail. • Length: Two loops of 1 and 2.5 miles • Location: From the intersection of County K and County N in Star Lake, continue west on Hwy K to Statehouse Road. Turn south on Statehouse Road. When you get to the entrance of the West Star Campground, continue straight ahead.

Located on private lands adjacent to the Three Eagle Trail, these public access trails in the Lincoln (shown above) and Three Lakes units provide five wilderness trails with over 10 miles of trail loops. The natural surface trails traverse uneven ground through a variety of eco systems. Rustic boardwalks cross patches of swamp/bog. Maps of both units at taralila.org. *Trail is pet friendly. Please keep pets under control and leave no trace. • Length: Trails/loops of varying lengths from 0.7 miles to over 3 miles. • Location: Lincoln Unit: from Hwy 70 and Sundstein Road, continue south on Sundstein Road about 2.6 miles to Section 9 Road. Turn east on Section 9 Road for about 0.26 miles (winter parking lot on site). Three Lakes Unit: use Three Eagle Trail lot.

MAP KEY

P Bloom Rd

Loon Lake Rd

Mud creek

70 45

Hiking Paved Roads Trail

Four Women Boardwalk

Sundstein Rd

P Parking Handicap Accessible

Section 9 Rd

Big Muskellunge Lake

P Bridge

Black Spruce Boardwalk

MAP KEY

Improved Trails

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Cranberry Boardwalk

X-C Skiing Groomed

Paved Roads Trail

Crystal Lake Nature Center

Hiking

Rice Lake Rd

Thunder Lake State Wildlife Area

XC-Ski Trail

To Ju Boul nc de tio r n

Clearwater Lake

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Three Lakes

47. Three Eagle Trail

N45 54.818 W89 15.108 (North Access) N45 51.687 W89 15.159 (South Access)

48. Tom Roberts Memorial Trail

The northern segment begins at the Eagle River Dairy Queen and features a 660-foot boardwalk over Mud Creek and its wetlands. The southern segment of this crushed limestone trail starts just south of Eagle River and runs to Don Burnside Park in Three Lakes. • Length: 2.75 miles (northern segment); 8.5 miles (southern segment) • Location: Northern segment trailhead located at Hwy 70 and Railroad Street in Eagle River (Dairy Queen) with parking in the lots on the north side of Hwys 70, 45 and 17 (West Pine Street). Southern segment: From Hwy 70 and Sundstein Road on the west side of Eagle River, continue south on Sundstein Road approximately 4 miles to a parking area. Additional parking at Don Burnside Park in Three Lakes.

This handicapped-accessible paved nature trail offers interpretive signs as visitors walk though balsam, pine, maple, birch and aspen with beautiful views of Muskellunge Lake. A State Park vehicle admission sticker is required. This trail accesses both the Crystal Lake Trail and the Plum Lake Bike Trail systems. *Bicycles and pets not allowed on the trail. • Length: 0.5 mile loop • Location: From the intersection of County Hwy M and County Hwy N south of Boulder Junction, continue east on County Hwy N approximately 2 miles to Crystal Lake Campground. The trail is located near the beach area at the campground.

N46 00.167 W89 36.355

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Partridge Lake

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Wilsch Road

Irving Lake

Lake Laura

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Rearing Pond

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Old K

Camp Hi

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This part of the Vilas County Forest Hunter/Hiking Trail System winds through rolling hills and features mature natural stands of red and white pine as well as aspen, oak and spruce. Portions of the Torch Lake Road and River Road are plowed during the winter, giving access to the trails. The rolling terrain with the variety of habitats and proximity to the Wisconsin River make this area an excellent choice for wildlife viewing. • Length: 5.35 miles • Location: From the intersection of County Hwy K and Hwy 45 in Conover, continue south on Hwy 45 about 2 miles to Torch Lake Road. Turn west on Torch Lake Road and go about 1 mile to a parking area. Or, from Torch Lake Road, continue on Hwy 45 another mile to River Road. Turn west on River Road and continue about 1 mile to additional parking areas and trail access.

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Various trails around the Sayner/Star Lake area. In the winter, some of these trails intersect with the snowmobile trail. • Length: Vary from 0.2 to 1 mile • Location: From the intersection of County Hwys N and K in Star Lake, continue west on County Hwy K with various trail access points.

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Big Frank Ln

Black Bear Ln

Snowshoe

Paved Roads Trail East/West side Trails Parking

Spectacle Lake Ln

Indian Rd

Hemlock Lake

Bog Loop

Leashed Pets Allowed

Vista Lake

Gross Lake

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E. Van Vliet Lake Road

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This recently developed trail system gives visitors the opportunity to explore and experience 400 acres and 1.5 miles of undeveloped shoreline in an old growth hardwood-hemlock forest. • Length: Loops from 0.5 miles to 3.2 miles • Location: For east-side trailhead: From County Hwy B and Crab Lake Road in Presque Isle, take Crab Lake Road south 3.7 miles to East Van Vliet Road and continue west on East Van Vliet Road for 0.9 miles. For west-side trailhead: From County Hwy B and Crab Lake Road in Presque Isle, take Crab Lake Road south 5.1 miles to West Van Vliet Road. Travel west on West Van Vliet Road about 0.6 miles stay right and then make a quick left for about 1.1 miles, continue right on West Van Vliet Road for 0.3 miles to the parking area.

P Parking

Blac

N46 11.921 W89 45.080

Black Jack Spring

Hiking

Trail

51. Van Vliet Hemlocks

Imogene Lake

Mountain Trails

Dewey Lake

Jack Rd

Van Vliet Lake

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56. Vista View Bike Routes N46 00.493 W089 05.273

Part of the Phelps Bike System, these three (3) trail loops through the Nicolet National Forest vary from paved to gravel to hard-packed sandy loam forest lanes. Gently rolling to hilly in some areas. Several points of interest, just off the trails, have been identified. • Length: Loops varying from 2.9 mil to 13.1 miles • Location: From Highway 17 & Deerskin Road (south of Phelps), continue south on Deerskin Road (FR 2199) approximately 3.7 miles to Indian Road (FR 2178). Turn east on Indian Road (FR 2178) about 0.7 miles to the parking area for all three routes.

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Kentuck Lake Rd

W. Van Vliet Lake Road

Yellow Birch Loop

West Bay Ln

Information Marker for Whispering Lake hiking trails

Deerskin Rd

Lookout Loop

P Information Marker for Whispering Lake hiking trails

Hemlock Lake Loop

Averill Lake

Esker Trail

Boa

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Baker Lake

U X-C Skiing Ungroomed

Manuel Lake

Bird Watching

Hiking

Sugarbush Trail

MAP KEY

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Star Lake

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Ballard Lake Road

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Restroom

Birch Ro

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Ballard Lake

Old White

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White Birch Lake

Camp Two Ro

Hunting Snowshoe

Wisconsin River

Hiking

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X-C Skiing Ungroomed

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CAUTION

Bird Watching

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Trail

Trail Coming Soon

Snowshoe

Paved Roads

Snowmobile Trail

Hunting

Hiking

X-C Skiing Groomed

Caution

P Hiking

Trail

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Snowmobiling

Snowshoe Groomed

Paved Roads

White Squaw Lake

MAP KEY

Mountain Trails

Parking

Wildlife Opening

Leashed Pets Allowed

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White Squaw Lake Road

Nineweb Road

P Clair Lake Fire Lane

To S

Papoose Lake Rd

Baker Lake Road

52. White Squaw Lake Trail

54. WinMan Trails

One of the most remote hunter/hiking trails in the Vilas County Forest, this system of trails passes through stands of aspen, oak and northern hardwoods. Terrain is rolling hills. Roads accessing these trails are town roads and are plowed during the winter. A part of this system, east of White Squaw Lake Road, also serves as a snowmobile trail. • Length: 7.4 miles • Location: From the intersection of Hwy 45 and County Hwy K in Conover, continue west on County Hwy K to County Hwy S. Turn north on County Hwy S and continue to Baker Lake Road. Turn west on Baker Lake Road and continue approximately 7 miles to White Squaw Lake Road. Turn north on White Squaw Lake Road and continue about 0.5 miles to the first of several bermed access points.

Located close to the North Lakeland Discovery Center and spanning more than 1,300 acres of private land and public Northern Highland–American Legion State Forest lands, this network of silent-sport trails offers opportunities for mountain biking, hiking, classic and skate skiing and snowshoeing. In winter, some of these trails intersect with the snowmobile trail. Trail development and expansion is continuing. • Length: 2 miles developed single-track mountain bike trails; 7 miles of skate and classic ski trail will be available by winter 2013; and 1 mile of trail has been flagged for snowshoe trail • Location: 3.5 miles north of the North Lakeland Discovery Center on Hwy W. Trail head and parking at the intersection of Hwy W and Hwy J (by the snowmobile trail).

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BOULDER JUNCTION Moondeer & Friends Gallery ...... PG 51

Presque Isle .............................. PG 50 Sayner/Star Lake ....................... PG 49 St. Germain ............................... PG 50

ST. GERMAIN St. Germain Golf Club ................ PG 53

EAGLE RIVER A1 Gypsy Villa Resort ................ PG 45 Best Western Derby Inn .............. PG 45 Bridgewater Inn ......................... PG 47 Chanticleer Inn .......................... PG 46 Edgewater Inn & Cottages .......... PG 46 Lake Forest Resort & Club ......... PG 45 Wild Eagle Lodge ....................... PG 55

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EAGLE RIVER Lake Nokomis Cranberries ......... PG 47

LAND O’ LAKES Shaw Building & Design ............... PG 52

MINOCQUA AREA Marshfield Clinic ........................ PG 51

ST.GERMAIN Lynn Ann’s Campground ........... PG 47

DINING

BOULDER JUNCTION Evergreen Lodge ........................ PG 45

LAC DU FLAMBEAU Dillman’s Bay Resort .................. PG 45 MINOCQUA AREA The Beacons of Minocqua ........... PG 46 Old Stoney’s Northwoods Resort .. PG 45 ST. GERMAIN Black Bear Lodge ...................... PG 45 The Estrold Resort ..................... PG 47 Idle Hours Resort ....................... PG 45 Serenity Bay Lodge & Resort ...... PG 45

LAC DU FLAMBEAU Lake of the Torches Resort & Casino ........................ PG 48 LAONA Lumberjack Steam Train ............. PG 47

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Boulder Junction ........................ PG 51 Conover ..................................... PG 49 Eagle River ................................ PG 49 Lac du Flambeau ....................... PG 51 Land O’ Lakes ............................. PG 49 Manitowish Waters ..................... PG 49 Minocqua Area .......................... PG 56

MANITOWISH WATERS Smokey’s ................................... PG 53 EAGLE RIVER Blue Heron Restaurant ................ PG 53

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EAGLE RIVER, PHELPS, ST. GERMAIN First National Bank .................... PG 52

GENERAL SERVICES

EAGLE RIVER Eagle River Union Airport ........... PG 52 Kevin’s Kennels ......................... PG 52

GOLF

EAGLE RIVER Eagle River Golf Course ............. PG 53

MEDICAL SERVICES RECREATION

Minocqua AREA Northwoods Zip Line ................. PG 54 Presque Isle The Angler’s Choice Guide Service ..PG 2

RECREATIONAL RENTALS

BOULDER JUNCTION Boulder Marine Center ............... PG 54 EAGLE RIVER Boat Sport Marina ..................... PG 54 Track Side ................................. PG 54

MISCELANEOUS

ITBEC.......................................... PG 54

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Monday thru Friday: 11am, 1pm & 3pm Saturday: 11am & 1pm

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Lake Nokomis Cranberries

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Gift Shop & Cranberry Sales Monday thru Friday: 9am to 4pm Saturday: 10am to 2pm Sunday: 10am to 2 pm (cranberry sales only)

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Marine Gas - Bait • Family Oriented Full Hookups • Tent Sites

WiFi Available • Connects to Bike Trail Web: www.lynnannscampground.com See listing St. Germain, WI

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