Silent Sports Guide Waupaca, WI
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Welcome
to Waupaca area The Waupaca area has a reputable history of being a vacation destination. The fishing, boating, restaurant selections, lodging/ camping, and shopping opportunities have persistently been reason enough to frequent the area. However, the attractions are becoming increasingly diversified. Waupaca and the surrounding area offer many opportunities to satisfy the growing popularity of silent sport activities. The intent of this guide is to direct silent sport enthusiasts to some of the most note worthy venues in the Waupaca area. The options brought forth are intended to satisfy both the beginner and advanced adventurer.
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Overview Map Paddling - Flat Water Paddling - Moving Water Hiking Biking - Road Biking - Recreational Trail (Paved) Biking - Recreational Trail (Non-Paved) Biking - Single Track Biking - Winter Fat Cross-Country Skiing - Classic Cross-Country Skiing - Skate Snowshoeing
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All maps created by Ian Grasshoff, Waupaca County Land Information.
Thank you for visiting the Waupaca area and exploring our ever increasing facilities for Silent Sports! While we have made a great attempt for accuracy within the content of this guide, please note that activities and maps by location may change. Whenever possible, please contact the appropriate website link or phone number for the latest information. Enjoy!
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Size & Depth: The lakes on the Chain average 33 acres in size and a depth of 48 feet. The smaller lakes of the Upper Chain average 10 acres in size and a depth of 42 feet. Access & Parking: Taylor Lake Boat Landing and Grandview Rd Canoe Access are the recommended access points for the main body of the Chain O’ Lakes. Taylor Lake has five parking spaces reserved for vehicles without trailers carrying small watercraft. Grandview Rd has parking for about four Vehicles without trailers. Access to the Upper Chain is available at the Knight Lake boat landing on Knight Lane. Parking is ample at Knight Lane. Fee: Self registration, for both daily and season passes, is available on site at most locations. Amenities: The Chain O’ Lakes features two restaurants that can be reached by boat as well as a mini-golf course. Dining, shopping, lodging and services can be found in King and Waupaca. There are several marinas on the Chain O’ Lakes that offer kayak & stand up paddle board rentals as well as an outfitter that takes users to the Upper Chain.
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22 interconnected lakes with crystal clear spring fed waters. The Chain’s marl bottom gives many of the lakes a distinctive bluegreen coloration not found in many other bodies of water in Wisconsin. Due to their relatively small size, all but four of the lakes are no wake making them ideal for paddlers. Of particular interest to silent sport enthusiasts are the five lakes known as the “Upper Chain” which stretch to the west of the other lakes. The Upper Chain is rarely frequented by motor boats.
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(Wolf River Road to Big Falls Dam) This stretch of river is considered to be some of the most scenic and challenging in the county. The river banks are often rich with cedar forest and ferns. When in season, wild flowers are abundant. The waterway is frequently littered with passable boulder gardens. As with most navigable rivers, the water level will influence river conditions. In the Spring, or after a heavy rain, this section of river will be challenging with its classified rapids. Distance: This segment of river is about seven miles in length. Starting at Wolf River Road, County Road J marks the half way point and ends just North of Big Falls. Make sure you pack a lunch for this three to four hour trip. Water: Water levels fluctuate greatly, on average, the water depth will be waist deep. Some deeper pools exist near the bends and the Big Falls impoundment. Difficulty: Intermediate to advanced. Parking: All the access points associated with this segment are user friendly with available parking. Fee: None 8 www.WaupacaMemories.com
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This stretch of the river winds through farm lands and wooded areas. Very little development is visible from the water on the first stretch. Blake Creek empties into the Little Wolf between Symco and Manawa. Distance: Approximately 5 miles (2.25 hours) from Symco to Manawa; Symco to Bridge Rd – 2 miles (45 minutes), Bridge Rd to Manawa – 3 miles (1.5 hours) Water: The river depth ranges from 1 to 3 feet with deeper pools in bends with a width of 25-30 feet and a millpond at Manawa. A short boulder field is present at the Symco put-in with a handful of well spaces rocks just below this point. The lower section could be paddled upstream (against the current). Difficultly: Generally easy with a moderate beginning through a boulder field. Caution should be taken once entering the Mill Pond in Manawa. Paddlers should keep a safe distance from the Dam at the West end in the pond. Parking & Access: Symco County Park located at the intersection of Symco Road and Hwy. 22. Boat landing south of Symco at Bridge Road outside of Manawa. Boat landing at Little Wolf County Park on Clark Street east of Manawa. Fee: The access at Little Wolf County Park requires a Waupaca County Launch permit. Self registration, for daily and season passes, is available onsite. Amenities: General services including dining, restrooms, water and a grocery store can be found in Manawa. Bar and grills are located across the street from the County Park in Symco.
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This is a beautiful, winding stretch of river with an abundance of wildlife including ducks, geese, sand hill cranes, songbirds, deer and various other water animals. A majority of the river winds through wooded areas taking you under several roadways. This is a great stretch of river for those who have some kayaking experience.
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Distance: Approximately 8 miles (roughly 3-3.5 hours) from Cobbtown Rd./Hwy Q. to Brainards Bridge Park in Waupaca. Water: The river depth ranges from 1-3 feet. Even in dry years, most of this stretch of river stays deep enough to paddle. Difficulty: A majority of the river is easy to moderate paddling, however, there are several areas where you will encounter fallen trees, rocks and whitewater making it challenging for some people. Parking and Access: Public parking area on Cobbtown Rd. just off of Hwy Q. (Take Hwy 10 West out of Waupaca to Hwy. Q and turn South.) Fee: None
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Distance: This entire stretch of river is approximately 9 miles in length. Rural (Main St./ Cleghorn Rd.) to Nelson Park (Hwy. K South of Waupaca) is just short of 4 miles. This segment is the faster stretch that contains some mild whitewater sections, bridges, a small lake (Junction Lake) and takes approximately 90 minutes. The second segment from Nelson Park to the boat landing on Shadow Lake in Waupaca is a 5-mile journey through some beautiful country with lots of bends, turns, and wildlife. Watch for the sign directing you to Shadow Lake just after passing under the Hwy. 10 Bridge. Only a few houses border this waterway. It is the perfect option if you are new to kayaking and takes about 2 hours. Water: The river depth ranges from 6 inches to 4 feet. (Some deeper area’s located in Junction Lake). Parking and Access: Some parking is available at the corner of Main St. in Rural and Cleghorn Rd. Nelson Park offers more parking opportunity and a vault toilet. Adequate parking and picnic tables are available at Shadow Lake boat landing. Fee: None
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This narrow, winding and scenic stretch of river can be enjoyed by those who are adventurous and those who want a relaxing and easy paddle experience.
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Distance: 24.2 miles represented. Starting at the southernmost segment and moving North; South of 2nd Ave. is Murry Creek Loop (2.7 miles), Emmons Creek segment (2.6 miles), Hartman Creek segment (4.3 miles), Waupaca River segment (7.4 miles), Skunk & Foster Natural area (4.3 miles), and New Hope - Iola Ski Hill segment (5.5 miles). Parking & Access: Starting South at the southernmost segment and moving North; trail access exists at 2nd Ave., Stratton Lake Rd., Emmons Creek Rd., within Hartman Creek State Park, Edminister Rd., Hwy. 54, Foley Rd., Skunk & Foster Lake State Natural Area, and the Iola Winter Sports Club. Fee: None Visit www.iceagetrail.org 16 www.WaupacaMemories.com
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Distance: 2.3 miles Surface: Gravel & woodchips with minor elevation changes Difficulty: Easy Parking & Access: Available at Swan Park (909 Brainard Drive) in Waupaca Fees: None Amenities: Restrooms, playground and a shelter. Questions: Contact the City of Waupaca Parks & Recreation Department at (715)258-4435. Visit www.cityofwaupaca.org/parksnrec/
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Consisting of about forty acres of rolling fields, meadows, wooded-timber, and wetland areas—this property encompassing the northern and eastern shores of Silver Lake has been developed into Jorgens Park and Preserve and Gunny’s Hiking Trail. These facilities include, picnic, hiking, and fishing areas—while preserving the natural beauty and serenity of this property. Distance: 2 miles of mowed trails throughout the wooded/hilly property – a boardwalk crosses the lower wetland area. Optional: A 2 mile route has been plotted from the Scandinavia Village Park down Silver Lake Road through Jorgens Park around the lake and crossing Hwy 49 at Silver Lake Boat Landing and Thunderbird Field and following Academy Drive and Pleasant Street back to the Village Park. Difficulty: General easy to moderate terrain. Parking & Access: Parking available next to old barn off from Hwy 49, and at two Silver Lake boat landings. Amenities: Picnic shelter, picnic tables, fishing pier and benches. Restrooms available in Spring through Fall only. Dining and shopping in Scandinavia. Water: Silver Lake is 71 acres with a maximum depth of 17 feet. Fee: None Visit Facebook.com/JorgensPark 24 www.WaupacaMemories.com
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Distance: 4 miles from Waupaca to King Surface: Paved with elevation changes throughout the trail but generally inclining from Waupaca to King. Difficulty: Moderate Parking & Access: Available in the lower parking area of South Park, 921 S. Main Street, in Waupaca. Fee: None Amenities: The eastern end of the trail is South Park with shelter buildings, restrooms, playground, beach and a fishing pier. At the western end of the trail, in King, is a bar & grill and the Wisconsin Veterans Home. Most of the trail runs parallel along Hwy 22 with the western segment turning away from the highway and passing through a wooded area. Questions: Contact the Waupaca County Parks & Recreation Department at (715)258-6243. Visit https://tinyurl.com/z4cljpk 26 www.WaupacaMemories.com
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Explore the great backroads around Iola and Scandinavia every Monday and Wednesday nights from May through August. The rides start at the carving of Vidar Of Iola on State Street at 6:00 p.m. sharp. Ride lengths vary, but usually are from 15-25 miles, with the pace ranging from 14 to 20 mph. Distance and speed on any given ride night is dictated by the level of the bikers who show up, weather, and sunset time. The rides are not races. The group practices a “no drop� policy, so no riders will be left to ride alone. All riders must wear biking helmets. Fees: None required.
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Occasional Saturday and Sunday rides in the area also take place as part of the Heartland Bike Club’s summer and fall schedule, which can be viewed at www.heartlandclub.org. If you want a guide for your local ride and/or routes, contact Greg Loescher at onthelake2@tds.net, or visit Bike Iola! on Facebook. www.WaupacaMemories.com 33
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Distance: 4 miles from Waupaca to King Surface: Paved with elevation changes throughout the trail but generally inclining from Waupaca to King. Difficulty: Moderate Parking & Access: Available in the lower parking area of South Park, 921 S. Main Street, in Waupaca. Fee: None Amenities: The eastern end of the trail is South Park with shelter buildings, restrooms, playground, beach and a fishing pier. At the western end of the trail, in King, is a bar & grill and the Wisconsin Veterans Home. Most of the trail runs parallel along Hwy 22 with the western segment turning away from the highway and passing through a wooded area. Questions: Contact the Waupaca County Parks & Recreation Department at (715)258-6243. Visit https://tinyurl.com/z4cljpk 34 www.WaupacaMemories.com
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Distance: About 7 miles. Surface: These trails are mainly dirt service roads that are approximately 12’ in width. Rocks and roots are not uncommon when riding these trails. Most mountain bikers who come to Hartman Creek overlook these trails. Truth be told, the rolling terrain will pleasantly surprise and challenge you! Difficultly: Moderate. Parking & Access: Available within Hartman Creek State Park, N2480 Hartman Creek Road, Waupaca. Fees: A State Park Admission and State Trail Pass are required. Amenities: Restrooms, water, playground, swimming beach, recreational equipment rentals, concessions, and camping. Volunteer Opportunities: Cronies Trail Crew on Facebook.com Questions: Contact Hartman Creek State Park at (715)258-2372. Visit https://tinyurl.com/z6o67dd
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Distance: 8.6 miles in total; Green Trail – 3.4 miles, Blue Trail – 3.3 miles, Black Trail – 1.9 miles Surface: Dirt with obstacles such as rocks, roots and logs. Difficulty: The Green trail is easy with smooth tread, few obstacles and very little elevation change. The Blue trail is of moderate difficulty having more rocks and roots making the tread less smooth and there are several obstacles and elevations changes. The Black trail is the most difficult with a rough tread containing many rocks and roots; difficult obstacles including log piles, tight spots through trees, an elevated board walk (Dragon’s Tail), and several elevation changes. Parking & Access: Available within Hartman Creek State Park, N2480 Hartman Creek Road, in Waupaca Fees: A State Park admission fee and State Trail Pass are required. Amenities: Restrooms, water, playground, shelter building, swimming beach, recreational equipment rentals, concessions and camping. Volunteer Opportunities: Cronies Trail Crew on Facebook.com Questions: Contact Hartman Creek State Park at (715)2582372. Visit https://tinyurl.com/z6o67dd 40 www.WaupacaMemories.com
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Playground Map Box Trailhead
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Distance: 13.04 miles Surface: Dirt with obstacles such as rocks and roots and some sandy areas. Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult. Standing Rocks trail system consists of 14 sections of singletrack trail of varying lengths and difficulty. Riders will find technically challenging descents, climbs, roots, rock gardens and fast twisting single-track. Parking & Access: Available at Standing Rocks County Park, 7695 Standing Rocks Road, Stevens Point. Trails are open from mid-May through mid-November but also close during wet conditions. 42 www.WaupacaMemories.com
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Fees: A trail pass is required for all users. Self registration, for both daily and season passes, is available at the trailhead. Volunteer Opportunities: Point Area Single Track Association (PASTA) on Facebook. Questions: Call (715)824-3949 for trail conditions or questions. Visit https://tinyurl.com/zr9xqbs
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Distance: 5 mile course. Surface: Elevation changes throughout the trail but generally inclining from Waupaca High School to King.
Groomed for fatbiking, cross 11 country skiing (classic & skate) and snowshoeing. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate Parking & Access: Waupaca High School soccer field lot, E2145 King Road, Waupaca.
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Distance: 8.6 miles in total; Green Loop 3.4 miles, Blue Loop - 3.3 miles, Black Loop – 1.9 miles. Surface: Routinely groomed snow. Difficultly: Moderate. The groomed snow covers most of the obstacles within the trail, allowing for a smooth and unique ridding experience. Parking & Access: Available within Hartman Creek State Park, N2480 Hartman Creek Road, in Waupaca. Fees: A State Park admission fee and State Trail Pass are required. Amenities: Vault toilets. Please remember to bring your own water. If needed, water can be found in the Park office; however, their hours are limited during the winter months. Volunteer Opportunities: Cronies Trail Crew on Facebook.com Questions: Contact Hartman Creek State Park at (715)258-2372. Office hours are limited during winter months. Visit https://tinyurl.com/z6o67dd
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Open on a daily basis throughout the snow season with trails groomed for both classic and skate skiing. Distance: 10 miles Difficulty: Moderate to difficult with many hills and distances. Parking & Access: Available at Standing Rocks County Park, 7695 Standing Rocks Road, Stevens Point. Amenities: Ski lodge open weekdays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on the weekends from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fee: A trail pass is required for all users. Questions: Call (715)824-3949 for trail conditions. Visit https://tinyurl.com/zr9xqbs
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Distance: 5 mile course. Surface: Elevation changes throughout the trail but generally inclining from Waupaca High School to King. Groomed for fatbiking, cross country skiing (classic & skate) and snowshoeing. Difficulty: Easy/Moderate Parking & Access: Waupaca High School soccer field lot, E2145 King Road, Waupaca. Fee: A winter trail pass is required for all users. Self registration, for both daily and season passes, is available at the trailhead off of King Rd. Questions: Contact the Waupaca County Parks & Recreation Department at (715)258-6243. Visit https://tinyurl.com/z4cljpk 54 www.WaupacaMemories.com
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Lights: 4 miles of lit trails for night skiing. Fees: 4 and under are free. A trail fee is required for all other users. Self registration is available onsite.
Questions: Call (715)445-3411 for trail conditions or additional information. www.iolawintersportsclub.org and Iola Winter Sports Club on Facebook
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Standing Rocks County Park
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Open on a daily basis throughout the snow season with trails groomed for both classic and skate skiing. Distance: 10 miles Difficulty: Moderate to difficult with many hills and distances. Parking & Access: Available at Standing Rocks County Park, 7695 Standing Rocks Road, Stevens Point. Amenities: Ski lodge open weekdays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on the weekends from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fee: A trail pass is required for all users. Questions: Call (715)824-3949 for trail conditions. Visit https://tinyurl.com/zr9xqbs
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Distance: 5 mile course. Surface: Elevation changes throughout the trail but generally inclining from Waupaca High School to King. Groomed for fatbiking, cross country skiing (classic & skate) and snowshoeing. Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Parking & Access: Waupaca High
School soccer field lot, E2145 11 King Road, Waupaca. Fee: A winter trail pass is required for all users. Self registration, for both daily and season passes, is available at the trailhead off of King Rd. Questions: Contact the Waupaca County Parks & Recreation Department at (715)258-6243. Visit https://tinyurl.com/z4cljpk
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main entrance road. Fees: A state park admission fee is required to enter the park. Questions: Contact Hartman Creek State Park at (715)2582372. Office hours are limited during the winter months. Visit https://tinyurl.com/z6o67dd
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Distance: 5 mile course. Surface: Elevation changes throughout the trail but generally inclining from Waupaca High School to King. Snowshoe trail is parallel to groomed cross country ski and fat bike trails. Difficulty: Easy Parking & Access: Waupaca High School soccer field lot, E2145 King Road, Waupaca. Fee: A winter trail pass is required for all users. Self registration, for both daily and season passes, is available at the trailhead off of King Rd. Questions: Contact the Waupaca County Parks & Recreation Department at (715)258-6243. Visit https://tinyurl.com/z4cljpk 64 www.WaupacaMemories.com
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River Ridge Trail Swan Park
Distance: 2.3 miles Surface: Not groomed. Trail follows summer hiking and biking trail. Difficulty: Easy Parking & Access: Available at Swan Park (909 Brainard Drive) in Waupaca
9 Fees: None Questions: City of Waupaca Parks & Recreation Department, (715)258-4435. Those interested in volunteering to help with the trail and park can contact the City of Waupaca Parks & Recreation Department.
Visit www.cityofwaupaca.org/parksnrec/
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