Itbec book 2017 by Travel Northwest Wisconsin

Welcome to the Outdoors of Northwest Wisconsin

Welcome Northwest Wisconsin is a mecca for recreational opportunities offering four seasons of fun. The history, culture and beauty of these counties are marvels that must be experienced, not just witnessed. A variety of trail activities including mountain biking, snowshoeing, horseback riding, motorcycling, birding, paddling – even downhill skiing – are plentiful. Northwest Wisconsin has an unbelievable variety of trail settings. Enjoy secluded trails in some of the most pristine wilderness areas in the Midwest. Travel road routes that run along Lake Superior’s sculpted shores, cross raging rivers, and follow winding river valleys. This publication is made possible through funding provided by the NW-ITBEC Tourism Advisory Committee. Cover photo: James Netz Photography

“Travel Northwest Wisconsin” To obtain speciﬁc maps, trail condition reports and more detailed information on any of the trails listed in this guide, contact the corresponding County. • Ashland County 800-284-9484 www.travelashlandcounty.com

• Chippewa County 866-723-0331 www.chippewacounty.com

• Price County 800-269-4505 www.pricecountywi.net

• Barron County 800-529-4148 www.visitbarroncounty.com

• Douglas County 800-942-5313 www.visitdouglascounty.com

• Rusk County 800-535-RUSK www.ruskcountywi.com

• Bayﬁeld County 715-373-6125 www.travelbayfieldcounty.com

• Iron County 715-561-2922 www.ironcountywi.com

• Sawyer County 800-724-2992 www.haywardlakes.com

• Burnett County 800-788-3164 www.burnettcounty.com

• Polk County 800-222-POLK www.polkcountytourism.com

• Washburn County 800-367-3306 www.washburncounty.org

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Outdoor Activity Guide by County

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Adventure Sports & Downhill Skiing . . . . .4-5

Horseback Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17

Bicycling, Mtn. Biking & Fat Biking . . . . .6-10

Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing . .18-21

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Canoe & Kayak Paddling . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23

Hiking & Birding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-14

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ATV, UTV & Snowmobile Riding* . . . . . . . . .15

Motorcycle & Auto Touring* . . . . . . . . . .26-27

*Activity available in all counties; not designated on map.

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Adventure Sports & Downhill Skiing in Northwest Wisconsin Calling all thrill seekers! From easy to difficult, we’ve got the challenges and that adrenaline rush you seek. Year-round adventures are offered throughout Northwestern Wisconsin like rock climbing, skijoring, skydiving, and disc golf. Check out these amazing opportunities solo or bring the whole family!

Rock Climbing

Disc Golf 1

Highbridge Hills Ashland County

Highbridge Hills is the largest disc golf complex in the World! 18 hole & 22 hole. Host of the 2007 Disc Golf World Championships.

Namekagon National Disc Golf Course Washburn County

9-hole & 24-hole. Fee, parking, lodging on site, disc rentals available.

Mont du Lac Recreation Area Douglas County

24-hole. Fee, offers year-round fun including skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowshoeing, mountain biking (9k of trails) and camping.

Spooner Disc Golf Course Washburn County

9 hole. Located on the grounds of the Spooner High School. No fee; bring your own equipment.

UW-Barron County Barron County

18 hole. The front 9 is fairly long (3348') and open, running on the edges of the prairie. The back 9 is shorter and requires more accuracy, finishing along the Red Cedar River behind campus.

North Park Polk County

Christie Mountain Rusk County

Natural rock wall on Christie Mountain, featuring 4 different climbs. Indoor climbing wall for practice and instruction. Trained instructors. For children and adults.

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High Point Trail Price County

Trail Length: 9 miles/14 km. Bordered by hardwood and hemlock trees, this single track trail at Wisconsin’s highest natural point traverses rolling terrain with steep hills. Moderate/Difficult.

Trail Length: 6 miles/11 km. Hilly terrain through a boreal forest with stunning views of the St. Louis River, Pokegama and Kimball Bay. Loop Trail/Difficult.

Timm’s Hill National Trail Price County

Trail Length: 10 miles/16.1 km. Scenic trail following the path of a c.1885 tote road, a supply route for logging camps. It connects the High Point Trail to the Ice Age Trail. Moderate/Difficult.

Round Lake Trail Price County

Trail Length: 9.3 miles/15 km. A wide, ungroomed, hardwood and hemlocklined forest trail bordered by Round Lake. Features a historic logging dam and interpretive signs near the parking area. Easy/Moderate. Fee Required: Yes. Parking fee.

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Skydive Wissota Chippewa County

Offering the best instructors, equipment, and a great clubhouse and drop zone with plenty of amenities. Take in beautiful views of Lake Wissota and the surrounding area. A fantastic adventure you’ll remember your whole life.

Skydive Superior Douglas County

Take in breathtaking views of Lake Superior while soaring at 120 mph.

Over 5 acres of land located along Highway 46. The sports section of the park features a large open field that can be used for many different activities. The park has a baseball backstop, horseshoe pits, frisbee golf, and a basketball court. It also has 2 lighted tennis courts and the only skate park in Amery.

Pokegama Trail Douglas County

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Trollhaugen Aerial Adventure Park Polk County

Trollhaugen’s Adventure Park is a 112 element aerial challenge course and a guided 6 zip line tour. The park provides the thrill of playing on a giant, floating playground - climbing trees, hanging from tires, and swinging on ropes.

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Downhill Skiing With five different mountains to choose from you won’t be disappointed. There are drops as high as 310 feet and plenty of runs that are also great for snowboarding and tubing.

Christie Mountain Rusk County

Length: 30 runs. Ski, snowboard, and snow tubing. 23 lighted runs with 4 terrain parks, rentals, full service bar and food. Ski patrol and instructors on site. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Mont du Lac Recreation Area Douglas County

Length: 12 Runs. Mont du Lac’s 310 ft vertical drop will provide an exhilarating rush for all. Beginner, Intermediate and Expert runs available. Fee/Pass Required: Yes

Mt. Ashwabay Bayfield County

Length: 11 runs. Chairlift and rope-tow, 317 foot vertical drop. Longest run is 1,500 feet with a skiable area of 65 acres. Small terrain park. Fee/Pass required: Yes.

Trollhaugen Outdoor Recreation Area Polk County

Length: 23 runs and 4 terrain parks. Alpine skiing on 23 runs, also cross-county skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing, rentals, full service bar and food. Ski patrol and instructors on site. Full service ski and board shop for gear and tunes ups. Fee/Pass Required: Yes

Whitecap Mountain Iron County

Length: 43 runs. Whitecap Mountain is in the heart of Big Snow Country offering 200 inches of snow annually with views of Lake Superior and the Penokee Range. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

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Bicycling, Mtn. Biking & Fat Biking in Northwest Wisconsin Bicycle enthusiasts have a wide selection of riding options including paved and unpaved trails where you can enjoy a leisurely spin or a cardio pumping work out! Bikers also have plenty of trail difficulty levels to choose from. Bring the kids along for a relaxed ride on a paved trail or push yourself to the next level with a mountain bike ride. Whichever you choose, biking is a great way to enjoy nature and stay active! Challenge yourself with a wide range of exhilarating mountain bike and fat bike trails! From singletrack to multi-track, there are plenty of trails to test your endurance with burning climbs and screaming descents.

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Around the Horn Loop Bayfield County

Length: 49.8 miles. Very scenic with spectacular views of Lake Superior. Services available in towns along the route. Roads good to excellent; paved shoulder along most of route. Traffic moderate. Trail Difficulty: Moderate to difficult – gently rolling to very hilly.

Barron County Roads Barron County

Length: Varies. 600 miles of mapped routes on mainly low traffic scenic roads throughout Barron and surrounding Counties. www.co.barron.wi.us/misc%20docs/maps/bikeroutes.pdf for a map. Trail Type: Paved/Unpaved Roads. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Big Falls County Park & Campground Tour Price County

Length: 20 miles. From Kennan go S on County N to Big Falls Road West. A park/campground near the Jump River. Hike to view the river cascade over granite boulders. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Trail Type: Paved Road. Fee/Pass Required: No. Camping Fee is required.

Burnett County Roads Burnett County

Length: Varies. Push yourself up hills on County Rd B for a moderate ride. Stop and relax at Clover Meadow Winery on Thompson Rd. Restaurants, lakes, rivers, forests, vistas. Trail Difficulty: Varies. Trail Type: Paved/Unpaved Roads. Fee/Pass Required: No.

City of Hayward Bike Trail Sawyer County

Length: one way 6.6 miles. Paved path is flat to slightly sloped, is separated from traffic and has safety signals at road crossings. Parking at Hayward Wesleyan Church, Walmart, Hall of Fame, Hayward H.S. and LCO Casino. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Drummond-Iron River Loop Bayfield County

Length: 47.6 miles. Great variety of scenery – woods, vistas, lakes, hills & straightaways. Food and services in Iron River & Drummond; food in Delta. Roads good to excellent; traffic low to moderate. Trail Difficulty: Moderate to difficult.

Duncan Creek Trail Chippewa County

Length: 5 miles. Paved loop through Chippewa Falls ideal for biking and in-line skating. This trail connects to the Old Abe State Trail northeast of County Highway I. Portions of this trail are shared with motor vehicle traffic. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Trail Type: Paved. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Gandy Dancer Trail Burnett County

Length: 21 miles in Burnett Co. (98 miles total). Former railroad bed. Bridge trestles, scenic vistas, lakes, rivers, forests, wildlife. Restaurants, lodging, retail, and services available. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Trail Type: Crushed Limestone/Dirt. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Gandy Dancer Trail Polk County

Length: 28 miles. Starts at the Polk County Information Center, 98 miles along old railroad grade between St. Croix Falls and Superior. 47 miles from St. Croix Falls to Danbury is surfaced with crushed limestone and is a state recreational trail. Hiking and biking; bikers 16 and older need a bike pass or DNR patron license.

Highpoint/Rustic Road #62 Tour Price County

Length: 20 miles. From Ogema take Highway 86 east over rolling hills, turn south on County C to Rustic Road 62 leading to Timm’s Hill County Park, home of Wisconsin’s highest geographical point. Trail Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. Trail Type: Paved Road. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Lake Owen Loop Bayfield County

Length: 22.9 miles. Beautiful winding route through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest near Lake Owen. Food and services in Drummond. Roads good to excellent, traffic low. Trail Difficulty: Moderate – rolling hills and straightaways.

Millennium Trail Douglas County

Length: 1.6 miles out and back. 10 foot wide paved trail that meanders through the Superior Municipal Forest. Trail difficulty: Easy. Type: Out and back trail. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Old Abe State Trail Chippewa County

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Length: 19.5 miles. Connects Lake Wissota State Park in Chippewa Falls and Brunet Island State Park in Cornell. This old railroad grade has been developed into a trail for bicyclists, snowmobilers, hikers, horseback riders and in-line skaters. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Trail Type: Paved. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

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Osaugie Trail Douglas County

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Riverview Reserve Chippewa County

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Rusk County Roads Rusk County

Length: Varies. A variety of loops or out and back routes ranging from a couple miles to 20 miles. Including the popular Dam and PIG routes. All on paved roads. Fee/Pass Required: No.

St. Croix Falls Trails Polk County

City of Trails: Biking and hiking trails within scenic, hilly city limits. Wooly Mountain Trail: Length: 6.8 miles. A variety of riding and landscapes to experience on this 6-mile loop. The trails are fast, flowy and tight, twisty single track using rocks left behind by the last glacier that formed the beautiful St. Croix River Valley.

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Length: 2.5 miles. Paved and unpaved trails criss cross through the Reserve and provide great viewing opportunities of the Xcel Energy Dam. This trail connects to Duncan Creek Parkway Trail and the Old Abe State Trail. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Trail Type: Paved/Unpaved. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Length: 5.2 miles. Asphalt paved trail along Superior Bay towards the Intersection of Hwy 2/53 to Moccasin Mike Road. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Trail Type: Out and back Trail. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Sawyer County Roads Sawyer County

Length: Varies. The county roads of Sawyer County offer roadbicycle enthusiasts a scenic tour of the Hayward Lakes Area. Trail Difficulty: Varies. Trail Type: Paved/Unpaved. Fee/Pass required: No.

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Stower Seven Lakes Trail Polk County

Length: 14 miles. Built on a former railroad corridor, the trail begins in Amery and travels through the communities of Deronda, Wanderoos and Nye, ending about one mile from Dresser at 90th Avenue. The trail passes through maple and oak forests, wetlands, prairies and farmlands and past seven picturesque lakes.

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Gandy Dancer Trail Burnett County

Gravel Pit Road Trailhead Sawyer County

Length: 9 miles one-way. 100% single-track, moderately technical through glaciated terrain for intermediate riders. A thirty foot wide grass trail with a worn-in single track. Use other routes when wet. Trail Difficulty: Intermediate. Trail Type: Single Track. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

The Ashland Waterfront Trail Ashland County

Length: 10 mile loop. Parking at all waterfront beaches & parks. Paved walking, running, and biking trail, along Ashland's lakefront from east to west and through the city via the underpass of Highway 2 that joins the trail with the historic downtown area.

Washburn County Roads Washburn County

Length: Varies. The county roads of Washburn County offer roadbicycle enthusiasts a scenic tour of the area. Trail Difficulty: Varies. Trail Type: Paved/Unpaved Roads. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Wisconsin Concrete Park Tour Price County

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Length: 5 miles. The west side of the Blue Hills Trail system provides suitable terrain for off-road biking. About 5 miles total on this side of the system. Trail Difficulty: Moderate difficulty. Trail Type: Wooded, grass, untracked. Fee/Pass Required: No. Donations appreciated.

Burnett County Trails Burnett County

Length: Varies. Any non-motorized trails including scenic county forest land, enchanting woods trails, logging trails, fire lanes, etc. Trail Difficulty: Varies. Trail Type: Dirt/Grass/Unpaved roads. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Length: 27 miles. Loop route along lightly-traveled, paved roads through scenic forest and panoramic farmland in central Price County. Begins at the Wisconsin Concrete Park, an outdoor sculpture museum. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Trail Type: Paved Road. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Blue Hills Trails Rusk County

Copper Falls Mountain Bike Trails Ashland County

Copper Falls has two one-way mountain bike trails. Trail Difficulty: Intermediate/Advanced. Trail Type: Grass. Fee/Pass Required: Yes

Deadhorse Trail Iron County

Length: 4.6 miles. This is located in a Ruffed Grouse Management Area with interpretive signs on management practices. Maintained for mountain biking. Trail Difficulty: Intermediate. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Big Island Trail Iron County

Length: 6.5 miles. Explore Big Island on the Turtle Flowage. This trail has rolling terrain and is intermediate in difficulty through wooded areas. It is maintained annually for Mountain Biking. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Drummond Cluster Bayfield County

2 trailheads accessing 8 different trails ranging in length from 1.9 miles to 18.2 miles. Forest, wildflowers, lakes and wildlife. Some gravel, some paved, some two-track. Trail Difficulty: Easy.

Hatchery Creek Trailhead Sawyer County

Length: 8.9 miles. Forest lined dirt road that parallels the Birkie Trail. Access to all Hayward Cluster trails. Some sections hard and rocky â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a fast and fun ride! Good early-season choice when other trails are wet. Trail Difficulty: Intermediate. Trail Type: Single Track. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Hickory Ridge Recreation Area Chippewa County

Length: 11 miles. This off-road mountain biking trail is 11 miles in length and winds through the quiet and scenic oak and aspen forest and consists of 3 challenging loops and 4 trails. Trail Difficulty: Intermediate/Expert. Trail Type: Single-track. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Holy Cross Trail Price County

Length: 6 miles/9.6 km. This well-marked, twin-track, forested trail has a grass surface and offers moderately hilly and rolling terrain through a variety of timber types. Trail Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. Trail Type: Twin Track; grass surface. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Mont du Lac Douglas County

Length: 5+ miles. Various single-track mountain bike courses consisting of leg burning climbs and screaming descents. Enjoy gorgeous views of Jay Cook State Park and St. Louis River Valley. Trail Difficulty: Intermediate to advanced. Trail Type: Single track loops. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Mosquito Brook Trailhead Sawyer County

Length: 12.7 miles. The longest section of narrow, tree-covered double track in southern CAMBA land, fast riding on Phipps fire lane and the Birkie Trail. Trail Difficulty: Intermediate. Trail Type: Double Track. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

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Mt. Ashwabay Cluster Bayfield County

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Approximately 7 miles of newly constructed single-track on Mt. Ashwabay. Trail Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced (hills, tight turns).

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Namakagon Cluster Bayfield County

Length: Varies from 2.4 to 15 miles. Incredible riding accesses the Rock Lake Non-motorized Area. Extensive singletrack and IMBA Epic route. Trail Difficulty: Moderate to very difficult. Trail Type: Easy two-track to hilly singletrack. Fee/Pass Required: No (parking fees at some trailheads)

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Phillips School Forest Trail Price County

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Pipestone Quarry Barron County

Length: 5 miles.Pipestone Quarry is a new trail system being developed in the beautiful Blue Hills of Wisconsin. Existing trails include over 5 miles of single track built from old logging roads wandering up and down the beautiful rocky hills. Trail Type: Single-track. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Pokegama Trail Douglas County

Length: 6 miles. Obstacle-ridden trail in the Superior Municipal Forest. Trail Difficulty: Intermediate. Trail Type: Single-track. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Length: 3.5 miles/5.6 km. A scenic trail winding through a diverse forest and open meadow consisting of 5 loops ranging from gently rolling to steep hills offering options for every skill level. Trail Difficulty: Easy/Difficult. Trail Type: Single track; loop. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Sisters Farm Trails Rusk County

Length: 7 miles. Single and multi-track trails on a variety of terrain. Trail Difficulty: Moderate. Trail Type: Single and Multi-track. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Spooner City Park Trail Washburn County

Length: 6 miles. Multiple loops. Offers miles of twisting single track that features bridges, log piles, steep climbs and descents. One section is coined the “Fastest 2 Minutes” where riders will wind down hills for close to two minutes. Trail Difficulty: Varies. Trail Type: Single & Double Track. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Wild Cat Mountain Bike Trail Washburn County

Length: 19 miles. A combination of single track, double track, portions of snowmobile/ATV trails and gravel roads provide for a wide variety of riding skills and experiences. The trail utilizes thousands of acres of Washburn County forest land. Trail Difficulty: Varies. Trail Type: Single & Double Track. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Wild Rivers Trails Barron, Douglas & Washburn Counties

Length: 104 miles (total). A well maintained, highway-grade compacted gravel and railroad ballast trail that stretches into 3 counties. The trail is rich in natural resources and wildlife habitat. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Trail Type: Gravel former railroad grade. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Wilson Hills Trail Iron County

Length: 5.5 miles. This is a favorite among mountain bikers with 5.5 miles of maintained trails. Trail Difficulty: Easy to intermediate. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Wintergreen Trail Price County

Length: 7.15 miles/11.5 km. A wide, twin track trail featuring rolling terrain that passes through a diverse forest of pine, aspen, birch, balsam fir, and northern hardwoods. Trail Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. Trail Type: Twin track; wide. Fee/Pass Required: Yes, parking fee.

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Bicycling, Mtn. Biking & Fat Biking in Northwest Wisconsin

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Length: 3.5 miles/5.6km. This scenic trail consists of 5 loops ranging from gently rolling terrain to steep climbs and winds through a diverse forest and an open meadow. Trail Difficulty: Easy/Difficult. Fee: No. Groomed: Yes.

Beginner Loop Sawyer County

Length: 2.5 miles. 4-foot wide groomed loop, relatively flat starting and finishing at OO trailhead. Plus hundreds of miles of plowed town roads throughout the region for extended touring options. Level of difficulty: Easy. Fee: No. Groomed: Yes.

Big Fat Loop Sawyer County

Length: 14 miles. On old forest roads from OO connecting to the Seeley Ski Trails. 10 mile loop. Level of difficulty: Moderate to Advanced (distance). Fee: No. Groomed: Yes.

Phillips School Forest Trail Price County

Burnett County Roads Burnett County

Length: Varies. Enjoy an easy ride through Crex Meadows Wildlife Area beginning at the rest area on North Refuge Rd or challenge yourself with hills on County Rd B. Winery on Thompson Rd., restaurants, lakes, rivers, forests. Trail Difficulty: Varies. Fee: No. Groomed: No.

Pipestone Quarry Barron County

Length: 5 miles and growing. Pipestone Quarry is a new trail system being developed in the beautiful Blue Hills of Wisconsin. Existing trails include over 5 miles of single track built from old logging roads wandering up and down the beautiful rocky hills. Trail Type: Single-track. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Riverview Trail Rusk County

Length: 1.5 miles/2.5km. Rolling terrain on the banks of the Flambeau River in the City of Ladysmith. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Fee: No. Groomed: No.

Rusk County Forest Roads Rusk County

Length: 25 miles. Rusk County Forest Roads provide a fun fat tire bike experience. Gravel grind in the great forest in the summer months, enjoy the colorful canopy in the fall, and a wonderland in the wintertime. Trail Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. Fee: No. Groomed: No, but plowed in the winter.

Seeley Pass Sawyer County

Sisters Farm Trail Rusk County

Length: 6.5 miles/10km. Rolling terrain and passing through forest, wetland and open area. By the Flambeau River, just outside the City of Ladysmith. Trail Difficulty: Moderate. Fee: No â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Donation. Groomed: Yes.

Solberg Lake/Squaw Creek Trail Price County

Length: 3.4 miles/5.4km. The trail is very scenic and passes through both pine and aspen timber with gently rolling terrain; it is perfect for beginners. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Fee: No. Groomed: Yes.

Spooner City Park Trail Washburn County

Length: 4 miles. A local favorite, the trail offers four miles of groomed fat bike trails located right in the city limits. Trail Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. Fee: No. Groomed: Yes.

Wild Cat Mountain Bike Trail Washburn County

Length: 11 miles. Groomed fat bike trail offers an incredible winter riding experience in a vast parcel of county forest land. Trail Difficulty: Moderate. Fee: No. Groomed: Yes.

Wintergreen Trail Price County

Length: 7.15 miles/11.5km. Hilly, rolling terrain and passing through a diverse forest. Warming hut with a fireplace at the trailhead and an open shelter just west of the intersection of Loops B and C. Trail Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. Fee: Yes. Groomed: Yes.

Length: 24 miles round trip (out & back). Single-track from OO to the High Point of the Birkie Trail. Trail difficulty: Moderate to Advanced. Fee: No. Groomed: Yes. FAT BIKES: Please stay off of trail surfaces which are tracked for classic cross-country skiing.

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Hunting & Fishing Northwest Wisconsin

is a premier fishing destination for both competitive anglers and for the family just looking to get out and enjoy the water. Thousands of incredible fishing lakes decorate the landscape and the region offers great Northwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lodging, dining, and amenities. To obtain specific m aps and detailed inform ation on any location, cont act the corresponding Co unty. See page 2.

Game fish are abundant in Northwest Wisconsin making it the perfect place for anglers to get out and enjoy some time on the area lakes. The many inland lakes are known for walleye, panfish, bass, northern pike and even the famous Musky. Be sure to check out Lake Superior for salmon and lake trout. Guide service is available on Lake Superior as well as on most inland lakes and rivers. A variety of resources are available for you to start planning your next fishing adventure to Northwest Wisconsin. Visit www.northwestwisconsin.com for up-to-date fishing reports, lake maps and information on licenses, regulations and fish species. Northwest Wisconsin is a popular vacation destination for hunting enthusiasts. Thousands of acres of public land are available for outdoor recreation. Wildlife is abundant in Northwest Wisconsin making it the perfect place for hunters to enjoy the great outdoors. Ruffed grouse, wild turkey, black bear, white-tailed deer and other species provide great hunting opportunities.

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A variety of resources are available for you to start planning your next hunting trip to Northwest Wisconsin. Visit www.northwestwisconsin.com for information and season dates.

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Hiking & Birding in Northwest Wisconsin Come explore the great outdoors and remember to bring along your binoculars and camera while you are hiking one of the many trails throughout Northwest Wisconsin. Take the opportunity to immerse yourself in nature. These outdoor trails provide tremendous opportunities to discover the wildlife that inhabits the surrounding areas like white-tailed deer, black bear, timber wolves, beaver, fox, raccoons, rabbits, and countless species of birds. With so many places to explore, you’ll never run out of things to see.

Beaver Brook Wildlife Area Washburn County

Length: 1,964 acres; 6.4 miles of hiking trails. Home to abundant wildlife including eagles and osprey. Numberous springs, lakes, and remnants of homesteads and an old logging dam built in 1870 are visible. Artesian well on site.

Big Bay State Park Ashland County

Length: 9 miles. Hiking trails take you through varied habitat. The trail goes through a northern forest of red and white pines on the Big Bay Sand Spit. Lagoon Ridge trail is a 2.6 mile trail. Bay View trail is a 1/3 mile trail. Fee/Pass Required.

Blue Hills Trails Rusk County

Length: 20 miles. A total of 20 miles of trail in the Blue Hills provide a variety of loops with varying terrain and elevation. Through wetlands and hardwood stands, the trail system is mowed. Fee/Pass Required: No. Donations are appreciated.

Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area Chippewa County

Length 23 miles. This trail runs from the Interpretive Center in New Auburn to Burnet Island State Park in Cornell. No motorized vehicles, horses or mountain bikes are allowed off public roads in the Reserve. Trails vary in difficulty. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Crex Meadows Wildlife Area Burnett County

Length: 24 miles by vehicle, additional foot-traffic-only paths. Loop trails, out-and-back trails. Spring and fall, guided birding tours available; restrooms at Education Center and rest area; sedge marsh, flowages, shrub, forest, many observation areas. Fee/Pass Required: No.

D.D. Kennedy County Park Polk County

A 106-acre preserve along the Balsam Branch flows through central Polk County. A prairie restoration area features native grasses and wildflowers. Park includes a dam, millpond, and well-maintained trails. It provides a variety of habitat for a good mix of birds.

Hidden Rivers Interpretive Trail Iron County

Length: 2 miles. This is a two-mile trail off of Fishermen’s Landing Road in the Turtle Flambeau Scenic Waters Area. Interpretive signage explains how this area has been transformed. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Duncan Creek Parkway Trail Chippewa County

Forest Lodge Nature Trail Bayfield County

Length: 1.5-2.0 miles. Maintained cooperatively by the USDA Forest Service and the Cable Natural History Museum, this is one of the best interpretive trails in northern Wisconsin. Begins in a field and then leads you through the woods. Trail Difficulty: Easy to Intermediate.

Governor Knowles State Forest Burnett County

Length: Multiple trails totaling 18.5 miles. Sioux Portage Trail (10 miles) - Primitive camping along trail. Scenic wilderness, wooded, along river and bluffs. Kohler Peet Trail (6 miles) - Out and back trail. Scenic wilderness, wooded, along river and bluffs. Fee/Pass Required: No fee for hiking.

Length: 5 miles. A five mile paved loop through Chippewa Falls is ideal for walking, biking and in-line skating. This trail connects to the Old Abe State Trail NE of County Hwy I. Portions of this trail are shared with motor vehicle traffic. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Chippewa Flowage Sawyer County

Length: 233 miles. The “Chip” is a 15,300-acre flowage with miles of rugged pine and aspen shorelines cut by numerous bays, channels, and floating bogs. Travel by boat or canoe to fully appreciate the abundant wildlife throughout the warm months.

Gandy Dancer Trail Burnett County

Length: 21 miles in Burnett Co. (98 miles total). Crushed limestone. Former railroad bed. Bridge trestles, scenic vistas, lakes, rivers, forests, wildlife. Passes through Siren, Webster, and Danbury. Restaurants, lodging, retail, and services available. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

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Historic Old Bayﬁeld Road Douglas County

Length: 2.25 miles. The trail travels eastward down a hill past some old copper mine sites, and then climbs a scenic ridge to pass near the Clevedon fire tower. The trail then continues south and loops back to the parking lot. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary Washburn County

Ice Age National Scenic Trail Barron County

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The St. Croix River valley that hikers use on this segment was formed when the glacial lobe in the area retreated. Access to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail’s western terminus is via Interstate State Park’s Pothole Trail, a loop trail that was built after the park was created in 1900 and is one of the oldest Wisconsin recreational footpaths.

Ice Age National Scenic Trail Rusk County

Length: Multiple Segments (Hemlock & Blue Hills) of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail can be found in the Blue Hills of Northwestern Rusk County. Fee/Pass Required: No.

A trail of more than a thousand miles a portion of which meanders through Barron County in an east-west direction. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Length: 500+ acres; 10 miles of hiking trails. Hunt Hill is a 500acre nature reserve with abundant wildlife, beautiful hiking trails, lakes, meadows and more. The center also provides educational programming on a variety of topics throughout the year.

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Holy Cross Trail Price County

Length: 6 miles. Features rolling terrain and a loop that surrounds a small lake. The trail is mowed periodically and is used by Ruffed Grouse hunters beginning in mid-September. Easy/Moderate. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Interstate State Park Polk County

Wisconsin’s oldest state park with campsites, showers, and a nature center. Habitat types include upland and lowland forest and a number of wetlands and encircles Lake O’ Dalles. A Bald Eagle nest and Great Blue Heron rookery are within park limits. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Lake Wissota State Park Chippewa County

Length 17.4 miles. Hikers will enjoy trails within the park. Among the park's most scenic trails is the 1-mile self guided Beaver Meadow Nature Trail. A trail overlook allows visitors to view the environment and wildlife found in a beaver pond. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

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Little Turtle Trail Iron County

Length: 5.2 miles. There are 5.2 miles of mowed trail in the Little Turtle Waterfowl Management Area. The landscape is a mix of woods, wetlands and prairie. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Lynch Creek State Wildlife Area Sawyer County

Length: ¼ mile. The habitat is mainly cattail marsh, shrubby, bog wetland, and stream with some red pine forest. Common birds include Belted Kingfisher, snipe, flycatchers, swallows, warblers, rail, Great Blue Heron, bitterns, sandpipers, and many ducks. This is a great moonlit walk.

MECCA Trail Iron County

Length: 18 km. The trails traverse rolling terrain with loops totaling 18 km. The trail is also excellent for biking and passes through a variety of wooded terrain. Fee/Pass Required: Donations are appreciated.

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Hiking & Birding in Northwest Wisconsin

North Country National Scenic Trail Ashland, Bayfield & Douglas Counties

Length: 3.6 mile round trip. 1,565 foot granite outcrop on the western edge of the Penokee Range. The trail forks from the path to Morgan Falls. From the overlook you can see Chequamegon Bay and the Apostle Islands. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Length: 31+ miles. A part of the 4,600 miles that stretches from North Dakota to New York, the longest hiking path in the US. Camping opportunities are available. Out and back trail. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Reclaimed Flambeau Mine & Trails Rusk County

Timm’s Hill National Trail Price County

Length: 10 miles. A point-to-point, non-motorized trail, connecting the Ice Age Trail to Timm’s Hill, elevation 1951.5 feet, Wisconsin’s highest natural point. Moderate/Difficult. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Solberg Lake/Squaw Creek Trail Price County

Length: 3.4 miles. This loop trail passes through both pine and aspen timber along rolling hills. It is used for Ruffed Grouse hunting beginning in mid-September. Easy/Moderate. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Totagatic Lake State Wildlife Area Sawyer County

Length: 2,719-acre. The Nelson Lake Dam is located across the highway from the paved parking lot. Restrooms. At the dam, there is a wildlife viewing overlook adjacent to the highway. Red-breasted nuthatch, warblers, blue headed Vireo, eagles, waterfowl and herons.

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Stower Seven Lakes Trail Polk County

Length: 4 miles. Includes upland, forested, wetland, and prairie habitats, along the banks of the Flambeau River. A prime bird watching area. 4 miles of walking trails and 10 miles of equestrian trail can be hiked on site. Fee/Pass Required: No.

St. Peter’s Dome Ashland County

Trego Nature Trail Washburn County

Tuscobia State Trail Barron County

A mix of history and scenic beauty, the Tuscobia State Trail is a 74mile abandoned railroad grade that begins in Barron County near Rice Lake. Trailhead north of Rice Lake on Hwy SS and goes 74 miles to Park Falls. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Whittlesey Creek National Wildlife Refuge Bayfield County

The Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center offers a 5-story observation tower where migrating hawks and other birds can be viewed. The center offers a boardwalk that is handicap accessible and under one mile. The Aldo Leopold Trail is a 1 mile trail and many species of warblers can be seen. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Wisconsin Point Douglas County

Length: 3miles/4.8 km. The Point contains stands of old growth pine, beach dune communities and marsh open water habitats creating one of the best migratory bird areas in May and Sept at this intersection of marsh, lake and woodland. Fee/Pass Required: No.

York Park Polk County

The park offers 40 acres of urban, mixed hardwood forest on a hilly site, boggy wetland, and a quarter mile of undeveloped lake shores. Three miles of graveled trails and a viewing platform. A variety of birds can be seen in the forest and on the lake.

Length: 2.8 miles. Nestled along the Namekagon River, the trail is located within the St. Croix National Park System. This trail is free to hike and follows a portion of the scenic river way. The trail offers incredible wildlife viewing. Dogs are welcome on a leash. Parking and restrooms are available.

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ATVing, UTVing & Snowmobiling With over 1,000 miles of ATV trails maintained by local ATV clubs and trail managers, Northwest Wisconsin boasts some of the most enjoyable ATV riding in the Midwest. Many of the counties allow UTV’s and Off-road Motorcycles on specific trails during certain times of the year. Along the trail system riders will find easy access to businesses ready to cater to their lodging, dining, fuel and other needs. Unique riding opportunities in the region include a 30-acre Intensive Use Area (ATV Playground) located on the Cattail Trail in Barron County, the Washburn County “ATV Scenic Tour” which features over 35 points of interest and interpretive signage traversing over 100 miles of trail and the Flambeau Trail System, located in Price County on the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, which features 7 scenic and historic points of interest.

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With over 4,500 miles of snowmobile trails maintained by local snowmobile clubs, Northwest Wisconsin is home to some of the best riding in the Midwest. Wellmaintained trails wind their way through rolling hills and scenic forests, passing by lakes, rivers and ponds. Along the trail system riders will find friendly business owners ready to cater to their lodging, food, beverage, fuel and other needs.

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Horseback Riding in Northwest Wisconsin A leisurely way to see and experience the beauty of the northwoods is by horseback. Trails wind through incredible hardwood forests, along scenic lakes, and offer views that can only be seen by foot, or hoof in this case. Many offer trailside lodging, camping and other services.

Brule River State Forest Douglas County

Length: 14 Miles. Horseback riders can enjoy miles of trails within the Brule River State Forest, including the Brule-St. Croix Snowmobile Trail, hunter walking trails and numerous back roads. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Copper Park Equestrian Trails Rusk County

Length: 10 miles. 10 miles of equestrian trails on the former Flambeau Mine. Varied terrain including woods, prairie, agriculture, and portions along the banks of the Flambeau River. Trailhead includes a picnic area, trailer/truck parking, and tie-ups.

Governor Knowles State Forest Burnett County

Length: 14 miles. Snowmobile/horseback trail in Burnett and Polk counties. Out-and-back trail in enchanted forest with stunning vistas and access to the St. Croix River and quaint, natural water pools.

Governor Knowles State Forest Polk County

Trade River Horse Trails are located on the northwest section of Polk County. There are 40 miles of maintained and marked trails, which wind through a variety of terrains and different forest types. A Wisconsin State Trail Pass is required for riders 16 and over.

Hay Meadow Trail Chippewa County

Length 22 miles. Gravel parking, toilets, fire pits and tie lines. The equestrian trails wind through scenic northern hardwood forests. Riders will pass many lakes, ponds, and woodland streams on the scenic trails. Bring drinking water for yourself and your animals. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Holy Cross Trail Price County

Length: 6 miles. Trail system designed by equestrians, especially for equestrians and horse cart drivers (keyed entry). Hitching rails, shelter, picnic area, water, toilets and dispersed camping (permit required). Moderately hilly trail through a variety of timber types. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Douglas County Wildlife Area/County Forest Douglas County

Length: 15 Miles/1,200 miles. 15 miles of designated horse trails through a gently rolling prairie landscape. Corrals and stables are available for public rental. Riders may share the 1,200 miles of roads and trails meandering evergreen and hardwood forests in the 278,000-acre County Forest. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Dugan Run Horse Trails & Campgrounds Washburn County

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Length: 30+ Miles. Over 30 miles of equestrian loops through gently rolling hardwood ridges. North and South trailhead. Campgrounds, bathrooms, parking, pavilion, grills, and hand pump for water available. Fee/Pass Required: No (camping fee only).

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Length: 7 miles. Trails available in the park for daytime horseback riding. Horse rental is not available in or near the park.

Narrow Gauge Trail Barron County

Length: 6 miles. Trail, parking, and primitive camp system in the Narrow Gauge area of Bear Lake township on county forest land. Offers nearly 6 miles of riding. Managed by the Barron County Horse Trail Association.

Old Abe Trail Chippewa County

Length: 6 miles. Alongside part of the paved trail is 6 miles of beautiful equestrian trail. The trail winds through agricultural and forestland while following the undeveloped shoreline of the Chippewa River.

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Pine Line Rail Trail Price County

St. Croix Falls

Length: 28 miles. View the terminal moraine left by glaciers 12,000 years ago, plus picturesque dairy farms, hardwood forests, pine stands, and abundant wildlife.

Saunders State Trail Douglas County

Length: 8 Miles. The trail begins near the town of Saunders and passes through several communities. The entire trail is open to horseback riding. The trail is not groomed or surfaced and may be rough or soft in many sections. Riders must share the trail with motorized vehicles. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

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Smith Rapids Saddle Trail Price County

Length: 16 miles. Description: Along the banks of the South Fork of the Flambeau River, this trail offers open vistas and opportunities to view wildlife. Picnic area nearby with water available. The trail is peaceful, relatively flat and traverses various forest types. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Tri-County Recreational Corridor Ashland, Bayfield & Douglas Counties

Length: 60 miles. Multi-Use Trail parallels Hwy 2 and stretches from Superior to Ashland. The tri-county corridor is an abandoned rail bed trail of pea-sized limestone gravel. Many miles of forest roads and trails are open to horseback riding in Bayfield County in addition to the Tri-County Corridor.

Tuscobia State Trail Sawyer & Washburn Counties

Length: 56 miles. A reclaimed railroad trail, not groomed or surfaced and may be rough or soft in spots. Users share the trail with motorized vehicles. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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American Birkebeiner Ski Trail Sawyer County

Length: 51 km or 26.1 miles. Parking, pit toilet, warming building, picnic area, food/lodging and ski shop nearby; lighted sections for night-time skiing are from dusk to 10 p.m. The trails are groomed for both skating and classic skiing. Moderate to difficult skill level. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Balsam Branch Ski Trails Polk County

At D.D. Kennedy Park. 11 km of trails, 4 km lighted. Groomed for classical, skate skiing and snowshoe. Open December 1st with adequate snow. .

Barron Area Nordic Trail Association Barron County

Length: 3.4 km/1.9 km/1.2 km. The trail system consists of 3.4 km of trails through a mature oak-maple forest, 1.9 km of open field skiing, and 1.2 km of snowshoe/winter hiking trails. Fee/Pass Required: No. Donations welcome.

Beaver Brook Trail Washburn County

Length: 6.4 miles. Located within the Beaver Brook State Recreational Area, Beaver Brook Trail is groomed for classic skiing and offers multiple loops for a variety of skill levels. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Blue Hills Trails Rusk County

Length: 20 miles. An extensive 20-mile trail system located in the Blue Hills in Northwestern Rusk County. Groomed for classic and freestyle skiing. Variety of loops and terrains for different skill levels. Fee/Pass Required: No. Donation appreciated.

winter pastimes, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. The only sound you’ll hear is the swish of your skis or the crunch of the snow as you traverse the quiet forest and trails. Whatever your skill level, you will have incredible experiences on any of these trails.

Brule River State Forest Afterhours Trail Douglas County

Length: 25 km. Afterhours Ski Trail includes an extensive network of some of the region’s finest and best maintained cross-country ski trails for both classical and skate skiing. Various loops provide a variety of terrain suitable for both beginning skiers and those with advanced skills. Fee/Pass Required: Yes

Brunet Island State Park Chippewa County

Length: 4.3 miles. This state park located in Cornell offers 4.3 miles of groomed trail for classic style skiing. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Copper Falls State Park Ashland County

Length: 13.7 miles/22 km-Classic; 6.5 miles/10.5 km-Skate. The park has trails to suite all skill levels from beginner to experienced skiers. Trails are groomed on a regular basis as the Lake Superior snow belt is known for constant snowfall. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

City of Ashland Ski Trail Ashland County

Length: 5 km. Most trails provide a combination of skating and classical skiing, with two trails for classic only. The trails are gently rolling to flat terrain meandering through pine forest comprising several loops totaling 5 kilometers. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Cumberland Area Ski Trail Association Barron County

Timberland Hills is a 24 Km trail system with gentle rolling terrain to the screaming hills of "The Ridge Run" and the "Outer Loop". Timberland West is a 2.5 Km lighted beginner-type ski trail with gently rolling terrain and no large hills. It is open daylight hours and during the ski season the lights come on at dusk and stay on until 11:00 PM.

Douglas County Trails Douglas County

Length: 10+ Miles; 4 Loops. Trail Difficulty: Easy. Douglas County grooms and maintains over 10 miles (17 km) of cross-country ski trails between the Towns of Solon Springs and Gordon just off Hwy 53. Trails are groomed during the winter season for classic & skate skiing. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

HASTA Hospital Ski Trail Sawyer County

Length: 7 miles. Loops: 9. Parking, groomed for classic skiing. Easier ski trails: Buckthorn, Lakeview, Pine & Clear-cut loops. More difficult ski trails: Beaver Pond, Ox and Hilly loops. Darrell Trail for snowshoeing. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Hatchery Creek County Park Trail Sawyer County

Length: 3 Loops - .4 km 1.15 km and 1.9 km, with access to the Birkie Trail. Parking, pit toilet, warming building, picnic area, food/lodging and ski shop nearby; Lighted sections for night-time skiing are from dusk to 10 p.m. The trails are groomed for both skating and classic skiing. Moderate to difficult skill levels. Fee/Pass required: No.

Heartwood Ski Trails Washburn County

Length: 20 km. Heartwood offers multiple loops and a wide range of trails. Groomed regularly, the trails wind through the 700-acre property. Ski rentals are available. Day use pass required.

Hickory Ridge Ski Trail Chippewa County

Length: 16 miles. 16 miles of ski trails groomed for traditional or skate skiing winding through the quiet and scenic oak and aspen forest and consists of 3 challenging loops. Intermediate to expert. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Holy Cross Trail Price County

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Length: 6 miles/9.6 km. A good trail for families. Features multiple loop sections of varying lengths. Groomed for classic skiing only. Excellent for viewing wildlife. Moderately hilly through a variety of timber types. Easy/Moderate. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Ladysmith Lighted Loop Rusk County

Length: 1.5 miles. Relatively flat, groomed for classic and freestyle skiing. Fee/Pass Required: No. Donation appreciated.

Lake Wissota State Park Chippewa County

Length: 8 miles. This state park located on the north shore of Lake Wissota offers over 8 miles of groomed trails for both traditional stride and skate skiing. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

MECCA Trails Iron County

Length: 18 km. Several trail loops total 18 km in rolling wooded terrain. Some loops are classic and skating and some are classic only. Fee/Pass Required: Donation box is available.

Montreal Trail Iron County

Length: 10 km. This is a 10 km classic trail that passes the remnants of the Montreal Mine with interpretive signage on mining. The terrain is wooded and intermediate. Fee/Pass Required: Donation box is available.

Mt. Ashwabay Recreation Area Bayfield County

40 km of classic and skate skiing in a beautiful setting through woods on and near Mt. Ashwabay. Difficulty: Beginner to Expert.

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Mt. Valhalla Recreation Area Bayfield County

36 km total. Teuton Trails are located in an oak forest with long uphills and downhills; groomed for classic and skating. Valkyrie Trails are classic only in an open red pine stand. Chalet and warming hut with toilets. Kids practice area near main parking lot.

Nordic Woods Trail Washburn County

Length: 15 km. Located on county forest land, this trail is a favorite with the locals and is groomed for classic. Two parking areas are available. Fee: No, membership encouraged.

North End Ski Trail Bayfield County

13 km, skate/classic through the Bayfield County Forest and connecting to the American Birkebeiner Trail & Birkie Classic Trail. Parking, toilet, and warming cabin. Food & lodging nearby. Difficulty: Intermediate to Difficult.

Penokee Mountain Ski Trail Ashland County

Length: 7.6 miles. Two loops, connecting with the North Country National Scenic Trail. Trail Type: Classical and skate. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Phillips School Forest Trail Price County

Length: 3.5 miles/5.6 km. A scenic trail, groomed for classic and skate skiing, winding through a diverse forest and open meadow consisting of 5 loops ranging from gently rolling to steep climbs and winds. Easy/Difficult. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Sisters Farm Trails Rusk County

Length: 3 miles. About 3 miles of cross country trails, groomed for classic and freestyle skiing. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Solberg Lake/Squaw Creek Trail Price County

Length: 3.4 miles/5.4 km. A very good scenic trail for beginners or older skiers seeking a relatively flat trail for a daily exercise routine. Groomed for classic skiing. Easy/Moderate. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Superior Municipal Forest Douglas County

Length: 36 km, 8 Loops. Trails are tracked and groomed seven days a week, weather permitting, for both skate and classic skiing. Difficulty: Beginning to Advance. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

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Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area Chippewa County

Length 23 miles. This trail runs from the Interpretive Center in New Auburn to Burnet Island State Park in Cornell. There's even more to explore on snowshoes as winter trails connect glacial throughout the park. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Copper Falls State Park Ashland County

Length: 1.5 Miles. There are two multi-use trails at Copper Falls State Park, the Red Granite Falls Trail near the park office and the Water Falls Winter Trail at the north end of the park access road. Snowshoeing and winter hiking are also allowed off-trail in the park, except on the groomed ski trails. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Timberland Hills Burnett County

Length: 15 miles. Machine groomed out and back and loop trails. Trails are 16-20 feet wide. Beginner to expert. One lighted trail. Forested, Clam River headwaters, wildlife. Picnic shelter. Warming house. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Uller Trail Iron County

Length: 30 km; Multiple loops. This is a backcountry trail winding through the Penokee Range between Whitecap and Montreal. The total trail is 30 km but there are several spurs to shorten the distance. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Upper Phantom Cross Country Skiing & Hiking Trail Burnett County

Length: 3.7 miles. Crex Meadows Wildlife Education Center and throughout the Wildlife Area. 4 connected loop trails. Restrooms at Education Center. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Webb Lake Ski Trail Burnett County

Length: 1.25 miles/1.5 miles/2.6 miles. Loop trails through aspen, oak, and pine forests. Shelter. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Wert Preserve XC Ski Trails Polk County

St. Croix Falls. A 450-acre chunk of land nestled only a few hundred feet from the shore of the St. Croix River rises over 400 feet to the top of the ridge - some serious elevation by Midwestern standards. There is about 6 miles (conveniently 10 km) of trail within the preserve, perfect in length for nice cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

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Amnicon Falls State Park Douglas County

Length: 1.5 Miles. Trail Type: Loop. Trail doesn’t have access to the river but provides a convenient way to enjoy some of the remote areas of the park in winter. The trail is fairly flat with some steeper segments in and out of the ancient river valley. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Balsam Branch Ski Trails Polk County

At D.D. Kennedy Park. 11 km of trails, 4 km lighted. Groomed for classical, skate skiing and snowshoe. Open December 1st with adequate snow.

Barron Area Nordic Trail Association Barron County

Length: 1.2 km. Trail Type: Multiple loops. The trail system consists of 3.4 km of trails through a mature oak-maple forest, 1.9 km of open field skiing, and 1.2 km of snowshoe/winter hiking trails. Fee/Pass Required: Donations welcome.

Bayﬁeld Road Snowshoe Trail Douglas County

Length: 2.25 Miles. This trail is historically significant. Along this route the first road between Superior and Bayfield was built in 1870. It was then used to transport freight, mail, and passengers until it was replaced by the railroad in 1885. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Beaver Brook Wildlife Area Washburn County

Length: 6.4 miles. Make your own tracks in this 1,964 acre wildlife area. Beaver Brook offers ungroomed snowshoe and backcountry trails. Trail Difficulty: Expert. Trail Type: Ungroomed backcountry. Fee: No

Flambeau Mine Trails Rusk County

Length: 4 miles. 4 miles of trails on the reclaimed mine site. Includes upland, forested, wetland, and prairie habitats, along the banks of the Flambeau River. Plus another 10-mile non-motorized trail. Fee/Pass Required: No. Donation appreciated.

HASTA Hospital Ski Trail Sawyer County

Length: 1 mile Loops: 2. Parking. Dogs allowed on snowshoe trail. Snowshoe trails are marked with colored tape on trees. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Hatchery Creek Park Sawyer County

Length: 3 miles. Trail Type: Intermediate. The trails are lit from dusk to 10 p.m. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Hickory Ridge Recreation Area Chippewa County

Length: 8.4 miles. Trail Type: Loop. A 5 km groomed snowshoe trail starts and returns to the parking area on 225th Ave (Bob Lake Rd). Fee/Pass Required: No.

Hunt Hill Trails Washburn County

Length: 10 miles. Parking; Un-groomed snowshoe trails located at Hunt Hill, a 500-acre nature reserve. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Ice Age National Scenic Trail Rusk County

Length: Varies. Multiple segments (Hemlock and Blue Hills) of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail can be found in the Blue Hills area of Northwestern Rusk County. Access off County Rd F. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Irvine Park & Zoo Chippewa County

Length: 2 miles. The trail in Irvine Park in Chippewa Falls is approximately 2 miles of gently rolling terrain through a mature mixed hardwood forest. The trail is routinely groomed for skiing during the winter months. Parallel to the trail is a snowshoe trail. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Newman Springs Trail Price County

Length: 7 miles/11.2 km. A scenic Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest trail that overlooks Newman Springs and has no exceptionally difficult sections. Please stay off tracked area of trail. Easy/Moderate. Fee/Pass Required: Yes (parking fee).

Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center Bayfield County

Snowshoes free of charge for on-site use. 40 acres of land. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Phillips School Forest Trail Price County

Length: 3.5 miles/5.6 km. Scenic trail winding through diverse forest and open meadow has 5 designated snowshoe loops. Please stay off groomed skiing surface. Easy/Difficult. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Riverview Trail Rusk County

Length: 1.3 miles. 1.3 mile trail on the South bank of the Flambeau River in Ladysmith. Access from Hwy 27 or the Wagon Wheel Bridge. Good for hiking, biking, and snowshoeing. Fee/Pass Required: No. Donation appreciated.

Schomberg Park Snowshoe Trail Iron County

Length: 1.7 miles. Easy trail through wooded terrain with views of Laymanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creek and old growth hemlock. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Pattison State Park Douglas County

Pattison State Park has a number of informal trails available for snowshoeing in the winter. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Length: Varies. Iron County has many snowshoeing opportunities with 200 inches of snow each winter. Hiking and biking trails also double as snowshoe trails in the winter, and there are many unmarked forest roads that are great for exploring. Fee/Pass Required: No.

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Solberg Lake/ Squaw Creek Trail Price County

Length: 3.4 miles/5.4 km. A good trail for beginners and families with children. Tree-lined trail runs parallel to the ski trail. Please stay off groomed skiing surface. Easy/Moderate. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Somers Lake Polk County

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Town of Hayward Recreational Forest Trail Sawyer County

4 miles of winding trails for snowshoeing and skiing with a couple hills, scenic, small lake; dogs are allowed. Easy/Moderate. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Wert Preserve XC Ski Trails Polk County

Wildcat Mountain Bike Trail Washburn County

Length: 19 miles. Multiple loops. Also used as mountain bike trail. Fee/Pass Required: No.

5 miles of closed loop, wooded trail. East of Frederic.

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Canoe & Kayak in Northwest Wisconsin Looking for your next water adventure? From a peaceful flat water float to an exhilarating whitewater experience, paddling enthusiasts from beginner to expert will find the perfect waterway. You will also find amazing scenery and excellent fishing, so pack your fishing gear, camera and maybe an extra set of clothesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;just in case!

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Ashland County

Length/Landings: Madeline Island; Access at Big Bay State Park Enjoy World Class Sea Kayaking through Madeline Island with spectacular views of the Apostle Islands. Launch at Big Bay State Park to tour mainland sea caves. Guide services available.

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Bayfield County

Length/Landings: Landing at Meyers Beach near the mainland sea caves and at many other locations on the Bayfield peninsula to access the Apostle Islands.

Apple River Polk County

The Apple River, which flows through Amery, is famous throughout the region as a popular place for tubing, kayaking and canoeing. There is a new canoe and kayak portage around the Amery Dam. The Apple River is a 77.5-mile long tributary of the St. Croix River.

Length/Landings: 44 Miles. This unique, 44-mile-long river varies from a meandering stream in a conifer bog to a fast flowing river with numerous rapids and ledges. As it flows north, the Brule River drops 418 feet in elevation, plunging 328 feet in just the last 19 miles.

Brunet Island-Chippewa River Chippewa County

The waters that surround Brunet Island provide an outstanding paddling experience. In addition to the main island, there are a number of undeveloped islands separated by narrow channels. Go explore.

Chippewa River Rusk County

Length/Landings: Approx. 32 miles; Multiple landings. Relatively wide and curving, with lots of deep holes. A variety of paddles with great fishing and scenery. Famous fishery for walleye and musky, as well as smallmouth, northern pike and panfish.

Copper Falls State Park Ashland County

Length/Landings: Copper Falls State Park; Access at Loon Lake. Location: 2 miles NE of Mellen. Take State Hwy 13 to the north side of Mellen and turn (NE) on State Hwy 169. Go about 1.8 miles. The park entrance will be on your left.

Flambeau River Rusk County

Length/Landings: Approx. 40 miles, including North & South Fork; Multiple landings and campsites. One of the best paddling experiences in the Midwest, with whitewater and slower stretches, on a largely undeveloped river featuring deep woodland habitat.

Bois Brule River Douglas County

Chippewa Moraine Glacial Lakes Chippewa County

These cluster of lakes in the Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area offers a "Mini Boundary Waters" type experience. Small in size but wonderfully wild. Great for canoe and kayak enthusiasts.

Bark Bay Slough Bayfield County

A 552-acre shore wetland and open bog with sand spit, lagoon, springs and wetlands along a bay between two rocky headlands of the Lake Superior coast.

Jump River Rusk County

Length/Landings: 10 miles from Jump River to Sheldon. Freeflowing, pristine, and dam-free for its entire length, from its source to its confluence with the Chippewa. Much of this pristine river receives little or no fishing pressure. Expect lots of musky, sucker, some walleye and smallmouth.

Lake Wissota-Chippewa River Chippewa County

Lake Wissota is the longest flat-water paddling opportunity on the Chippewa River. The lake can be accessed through the Lake Wissota State Park, which features a boat landing and a full range of amenities including canoeing and kayaking.

Manitowish River Trail Iron County

Length/Landings: 20 miles; Multiple landings. This is a 20-mile novice trail with many options for put in and take out. The river is a clean sandy bottom with a steady current. There are common access points off of Hwy 51 south of Mercer.

Namekagon River Burnett, Bayfield, Sawyer & Washburn Counties

Length/Landings: 101 miles. Part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway managed by the National Park Service. Offers multiple landings, camping, rentals and shuttle service.

North Fork Flambeau River: City of Park Falls to Nine Mile Creek Price County

Length/Landings: 12 miles/6 hours; 4 landings. Hines Park & Campground, Saunders Avenue, Park Falls. This is a relaxing journey over calm water with excellent fishing and camping opportunities. Avoid two of the four portages by starting at the Highway 13 Bridge. Easy/Moderate.

North Fork Flambeau River: Turtle Dam to City of Park Falls Price County

Length/Landings: 18 miles/8 hours; 4 landings. Robinson Landing, Flambeau Dam Road, Mercer WI. A mix of whitewater and wild scenery for the first 13 miles, then flat water paddling until the landing at Hines Park and Campground. Moderate/Difficult.

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Red Cedar River Barron County

Length/Landings: 34 miles; Access in Mikana. 34 miles on the Red Cedar River starting at Mikana, in northeast Barron County, and having a variety of access points while passing through the communities of Rice Lake, Cameron and Sand Creek before joining with the Chippewa River.

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South Fork Flambeau River: Fiﬁeld to County Road F Price County

Length/Landings: 12 miles/5 hours; 3 landings. Movrich Memorial Community Park, N14022 Willow Ave, Fifield. The first half of this paddle has a meandering character - the second half has some challenging whitewater. Check water levels before venturing out; best in spring or early summer. Moderate/Difficult.

South Fork, Flambeau River-County Highway F to County Highway W Sawyer County

Length/Landings: 10 miles/4 hours; 3 landings. several challenging rapids. Check water levels before venturing out; best in spring or early summer. Moderate/Difficult.

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Thornapple River Rusk County

Turtle Flambeau Designated Quiet Area Iron County

This area is accessed off of Murray’s Landing south of Mercer. This is a voluntary quiet area for those seeking a wilderness experience. There are many camping opportunities.

St. Croix River Douglas County

Length: 12 miles. Canoe landing located at Gordon Dam County Park, where the St. Croix river begins.

Length/Landings: Approx. 20 miles total. Best paddling in higher water. The archetypal Northwoods River. Very little development along the shores. Navigable for nearly all of its length.

St. Croix River Burnett County

Length/Landings: 50 miles in Burnett County (169 Total); Multiple landings. National Park, camping, picnicking, fishing, wildlife. Restrooms at most official landings. Wild river, diverse terrain, mostly forested. Rapids. Historic towns.

Length: Varies. Two primitive canoe/kayak routes located north of Birchwood near Sawmill Campground. Offers a high density of small glacial lakes. A canoe portage system has been marked to guide paddlers through this beautiful, remote area of Northern Wisconsin.

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Turtle River Trail Iron County

Length/Landings: Connects 17 different lakes; Multiple landings. This trail connects 17 different lakes with many put in and take out options. There are several class I and II rapids that sometimes require a portage. The most common access is along County H in Mercer.

Yellow River Burnett & Washburn Counties

Length/Landings: 50 miles in Burnett, 12 miles in Washburn; Multiple landings. This beautiful river is narrow and meanders through farmland, wetland, forest and flows through two lakes.

St. Croix River Polk County

Length: 43 miles long, multiple landings, National Park, camping, picnicking, fishing, wildlife. Wild river, diverse terrain. Paddleboat tours available daily in summer and on weekends in fall.

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Waterfalls in Northwest Wisconsin Some of Wisconsin’s most spectacular waterfalls are in the Northwest. Scenic hiking trails lead to breathtaking views of graceful drops and roaring falls.

Amnicon Falls State Park Douglas County

The falls drop in a graceful series into the Amnicon River. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Big Falls County Park & Campground Price County

Flanked by tall white and red pine, the Jump River cascades past huge granite rocks providing a wild river environment. Hike the trail along the river. Enjoy the scenic river-edge park and campground. Camping fee.

Big Manitou Falls-Pattison State Park Douglas County

Cascade Falls and Geiger Falls Polk County

A spectacular site in the heart of Osceola. The water drops 25 feet off the rocky cliff, as you walk closer to the falls you can feel the mist spraying the area around the falls. A walkway over the river provides good views of the waterfall. Geiger Falls are smaller falls directly above the larger Cascade Falls.

Copper Falls State Park Ashland County

Height: 30 ft, 40 ft. Handicap Accessible – Paved trails; Brownstone falls on the Tyler Forks River (30 feet); Copper Falls on the Bad River (40 feet); Red Granite Falls on the Bad River. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

1.5 mile (round trip) A seasonal waterfall, huge, old pines and hemlocks and views of Lake Superior are highlights. Note: this is a Nature Preserve with conservation easements on private land – please be respectful and stay on the trail. Follow posted hours and rules.

Buttermilk Falls Polk County

This waterfall is hidden off the back roads in rural Osceola, WI. Buttermilk Creek gently flows through the rocky terrain toward the St. Croix River. At Buttermilk Falls, it slides down a textured rock face, 20 feet, before flowing to the St. Croix River. This is a steep, slippery, muddy slope, for a fantastic view, so use caution!

Iron County Water Falls Iron County

Height: Varies. Iron County has 18 waterfalls with an additional 15 in nearby Michigan. The waterfalls are spectacular in the spring but offer beauty any time of year. Fee/Pass Required: No.

Height: 165 ft. Pattison Park features the highest waterfall in Wisconsin and 4th highest east of the Rocky Mountains. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Houghton Falls Bayfield County

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Height: 31 ft split falls. The falls drop 30 feet into the Black River. The falls are split, very scenic and a highlight of the park. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

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Lost Creek Falls Bayfield County

A beautiful 1.5 mile trail leads you through the County Forest to a very scenic 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; waterfall. Lots of wild berries along the trail when in season. New signage, gravel and boardwalks in 2016. Small parking area at trailhead and picnic area. Picnic area near the falls.

Morgan Falls Ashland County

Height: 70 ft. Morgan Falls is an unnamed tributary of Morgan Creek. Fee/Pass Required: Yes.

Silverbrook Falls Polk County

Silverbrook Falls is an 18-foot waterfall at the end of the Silverbrook Trail in Interstate Park. The trail follows part of the original road from St. Croix Falls to Osceola. You will pass by an abandoned copper mine before seeing the waterfalls.

Twin Falls Bayfield County

Just off of the WI Lake Superior Scenic Byway in Port Wing, walk a short path to the observation deck looking down on Larson Creek flowing over the falls and the cavern beneath.

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Motorcycle & Auto Tours in Northwest Wisconsin Rev up your engine and start your tour! Whether you are looking for a short ride or a longer ride, you will be able to take in the scenery and stop along the way at unique shops, historical sites, museums, wineries and wildlife areas.

Rustic Roads #28, #93, #101 Polk County Length: 5.2 miles, 2.8 miles, 4.3 miles. Rolling hills, over 400 lakes, small villages, wineries and parks. Brilliant fall color from mid-September through mid-October.

Ashland County Motorcycle / Auto Tour Ashland County

Historic Stone Bridges Tour Price County

Rustic Roads #15, #79, #80, #98 Burnett County

Map showing several different motorcycle and auto tour options available at the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce. All paved roads showing services available.

Length: 50 miles. Single arch stone bridges built by Swedish (c. 1900), German (c. 1913) and Finnish (c. 1909) stonemasons. Also view a double arch stone bridge (c. 1908) and several historic buildings.

Length: 5.4 miles, 1.2 miles, 2.1 miles, 8 miles. Paved/Gravel. R15: Vistas of conifer and hardwood trees. R-79: Quiet, scenic road under a canopy of oaks. R-80: Winding road, gentle hills, and wildlife; bordering McKenzie Lake. R-98: Passes several lakes, prairie lands, and canopied trees. Stunning autumn colors.

Blue Hills Loop Rusk County

Iron County Color Tours Iron County

Rustic Road #71 Washburn County

Length: 20 miles. Great fall color tour viewing.

Enjoy varying tour lengths featuring beautiful hardwood forests and spectacular colors, vistas of the Penokee Range, Lake Superior, the Turtle-Flambeau and Gile Flowages, and hundreds of lakes.

Length: 2 miles. This beautiful ride skirts the Western shore of Stone Lake where deer, raccoons, loons and other waterfowl are often present. The trees along the route form a graceful arch overhead creating a tunnel of green over much of this two-mile rustic road.

Chippewa River Tour Chippewa County Length: 16 miles. As you travel on the Chippewa River Tour, there are a number of different things to see and do. Pass through downtown Chippewa Falls offering many historic landmarks, an array of attractions, as well as many culinary delights.

Feathers, Foliage, & Fun Burnett County Length: 70 miles. Loop trail with paved and gravel roads. Wildlife areas, birding, rivers, flowages, many lakes, primitive picnic areas, casino, memorable historical parks.

Moquah Barrens Auto Tour Bayfield County An 8,700-acre area in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest that is being restored to an open pine barrens. Excellent bird watching. Follow the paved road (FR 236/Brinks Road) through the forest for a spectacular drive.

Flambeau Auto Tour Price County Length: 50 miles. Scenic roads take you to key attractions in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Visit a wildlife management area, covered bridge, historic logging dam and old-growth hemlock forest.

Otter Lake Tour Chippewa County

Length: 73 miles, 60 miles, 70 mile, 45 mile, 45 mile and 48 mile. Follow the directional signs that correspond to the color tour that you have chosen.

Length: 3.4 miles. This route meanders through the Sawyer County Forest and is bordered by many species of trees which are home to many birds and mammals. This gravel road was used for logging in the 1930s and includes the old “Dynamite Shack”.

Orchards Tour Chippewa County Length: 14 miles. While traveling through the countryside, take in breathtaking views of several apple orchards and stop to enjoy a taste of locally made wine at Autumn Harvest Winery. Enjoy the orchards all year long whether viewing the apple blossoms in the spring or a tasty apple treat in the fall.

Hayward Lakes Color Tours Sawyer County

Rustic Road #108 Sawyer County

Length: 38 miles. The Otter Lake Tour is for the naturalist at heart. While traveling along winding roads and over rolling hills, you may pass by an old farm, bridge, or waterway. Stanley is located along this route and has an array of things to see and do. It is home to Chapman Park, many area restaurants, local shops, and Otter Lake.

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Rustic Road #111 Sawyer and Ashland Counties

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Length: 25.5 miles. Near Moose Lake Rd and County Rd S there is a scenic river view. This route has rolling hills covered with many types of trees making it a popular destination to view fall foliage. Wildlife abounds with wolf packs, elk, deer and wild turkey.

Rustic Road #114 Rusk County Length 13.3 miles: Gravel surface. R-114 is located in the scenic Blue Hills area of Rusk County, excellent for fall color viewing. The route includes access to trails for biking, hiking, skiing and hunting, along with two county campgrounds and multiple lakes.

Sites & Savouries Burnett County Loop trail, paved and gravel roads. Wildlife, birding, historic villages, picnic areas, award winning dairy, wine tasting, homemade breads.

Timm’s Hill Tour - Rustic Road #62 Price County

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Length: 25 miles. Stroll through town on the Prentice History Walk before driving southeast to Rustic Road 62 and Timm’s Hill County Park, home to Wisconsin’s highest natural point.

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Wisconsin Lake Superior Scenic Byway Bayfield County

Four incredible driving tours through the beautiful Northwest Wisconsin landscape. Routes vary in length and pass through incredible hardwood forests, with spectacular fall colors, alongside hundreds of sparkling lakes and offer many great stops along the way. Routes are available online or at the visitor center.

This 70-mile route follows the shoreline of Lake Superior along the Bayfield peninsula and features views of some of the Apostle Islands. Plenty of stops along the way in the historic fishing villages that offer a lot of culture along with big doses of nature.

Water & Wine Burnett County Length: 80 miles. Loop trail, paved and gravel roads. Lakes, rivers, dams, beaches, wildlife area, wetlands, labyrinth, scenic views, picnic areas, organic winery.

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