HORSEBACK RIDING in Northwest Wisconsin

LEISURELY WAY to see and experience 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.

1 Brule River State Forest

DOUGLAS COUNTY

Length: 14 Miles | Fee/Pass: Yes | 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.

2 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.

3 Douglas County Wildlife Area/County Forest

DOUGLAS COUNTY

Length: 15 Miles/1,200 miles | Fee/Pass: No | 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.

4 Dugan Run Horse Trails & Campgrounds

WASHBURN COUNTY

Length: 30+ Miles | Fee/Pass: No (camping fee only) | 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.

5 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.

6 Governor Knowles State Forest

POLK COUNTY

Length: 40 Miles | Wisconsin State Trail Pass required for riders over 16 | 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.

7 Hay Meadow Trail

CHIPPEWA COUNTY

Length 22 Miles | Fee/Pass: No | 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.

8 Holy Cross Trail

PRICE COUNTY

Length: 6 Miles | Fee/Pass: No | 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.

9 Horseshoe Lake Saddle Trail

BAYFIELD COUNTY

Length: 12 Miles | Trail Difficulty: Easy to Moderate | Fee/Pass: Yes | Scenic and gently rolling, the trail passes through hardwoods and pine forests with some open areas. These two loops are easy for anyone to navigate and can be ridden in one day.

10 Lake Wissota State Park

CHIPPEWA COUNTY

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

11 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

12 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.

13 Pine Line Rail Trail PRICE

COUNTY

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.

14 Saunders State Trail DOUGLAS COUNTY

Length: 8 Miles | Fee/Pass: Yes | 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.

15 Smith Rapids Saddle Trail PRICE

COUNTY

Length: 16 Miles | Fee/Pass: No | 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.

16 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.

17 Tuscobia State Trail SAWYER & WASHBURN COUNTIES

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

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To obtain specific maps and detailed information on any location, contact the corresponding County. See page 2.