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| Amery |
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Balsam Branch Trails
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12k |
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The Balsam Branch trails are open to the public for no charge. When there is snow tracks are set by the Polk County Parks people and volunteers. The trailhead parking area is always well plowed. Toilet facilities are available at the nearby Kennedy Environmental center but no coffee shop or warming facility. |
| Ashland |
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Ashland Ski Trail
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6.5k |
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715-682-2950 |
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A beautiful trail right in the city of Ashland. The full 6.3 kilometers of the trail are tracked for classic style skiing and most are groomed for skate style skiing as well. |
| Barnes |
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Tomahawk Lake Ski Trail
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10km |
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715-795-2782 |
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Single track, one way, classical only trail in rolling terrain through hardwood and pine forest with scenic vistas of small lakes. Fast downhill runs with safe glide outs make the main loop more challenging. |
| Barron |
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Barron Area Nordic Trail Association
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5.3km |
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The trail system runs through a mix of mature oak-maple forest and open field skiing. The trail is located on the south side of the City of Barron, Wisconsin, just south of the High School football field. |
| Bayfield |
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Mt. Ashwabay Ski Trails
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40k |
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715-779-3227 |
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A great mix of beginner and expert ski trails. With the inclusion of the Jerry Jolly Trails there is about 25 km groomed for skating and classic. There is also an additional 15 km of classic only trails. With views of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands, this is a very scenic area to ski. There is a nice lodge which sells snacks and food as well as a ski patrol and small downhill area. |
| Bloomer |
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Hickory Ridge Trail
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27km |
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866-723-0331 |
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This trail winds through quiet and scenic oak and aspen forests. All loops are challenging to the skier with rolling to steep grades. All loops are signed with either a snowflake blazer or a blazer depicting a skier, complete with kilometer markings. Ski trail rest shelters are located at the North and South loops. The entire system is groomed for both traditional and skate skiing. No dogs permitted. |
| Brantwood |
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Palmquist's The Farm
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30K |
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800-519-2558 |
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Trailheads located right on "The Farm" take you into 20 miles of ski trails, through some of Wisconsin's most remote and beautiful forests and back country, from beginner to intermediate-level ratings. You'll glide through maple groves and cedar swamps, up hardwood ridges and into the Tiaga ski region just north of "The Farm." There is also about 1K of lighted trail. Four more miles of skating trails are also accessible from "The Farm." |
| Bruce |
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Blue Hills Trail
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32.2k |
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A 32K network of well-signed trails coursing through heavily wooded hills and valleys. Timely grooming for both skating and striding. Heated log warming house, toilets, and ample parking. |
| Brule |
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After Hours Ski Trail
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21k |
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715-372-4866 |
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Mostly easy to moderate with a few challenging hills. Best known for good grooming and scenic views of the Brule River. Groomed for both classic and skating. Home to the River View Loppet Race in March. Trail system expanded in 2002. |
| Cable |
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Namakegon Trail
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10km |
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The trail is fairly flat and suitable for beginner or novice skiers. |
| Cable |
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North End Ski Trail
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12.5km |
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715-798-3599 |
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One loop with two shorter cutoffs. Degree of difficulty: Intermediate. Connections to Birkie and Telemark Trails. |
| Cable |
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Rock Lake
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20km |
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800-754-8685 |
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This is a system of classic-only trails made up of ever increasing inter-connected loops through some of the loveliest country in the Midwest. Very hilly -- intermediate to advanced skills recommended. |
| Cable |
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Telemark Resort Trails
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63k |
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877-798-4718 |
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Some of the most famous trails in the area! The American Birkie starts here, and the Korteloppet makes extensive use of the trail system. |
| Chippewa Falls |
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Irvine Park
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2mi |
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715-723-0051 |
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Gently rolling terrain through a mature mixed hardwood forest. The park offers a zoo, petting zoo, scenic dam, museum and other historical displays. |
| Chippewa Falls |
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Lake Wissota State Park
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11K |
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715-382-4574 |
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Located just east of Chippewa Falls, on the NE shore of Lake Wissota. |
| Clam Lake |
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West Torch Trail
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14.3K |
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The West Torch Ski Trail is a narrow classic trail. The two short loops are suitable for beginner or novice skiers. The terrain is flat to gently rolling. The eastern portion of the 5.9 and 8.1 Km loops traverse a somewhat steeper hill and provides more excitement. |
| Cornell |
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Brunet Island State Park
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4.3mi |
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715-239-6888 |
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Brunet Island's trails pass through an otherwise undeveloped section of the park. The terrain is rolling with plenty of hills but none very large. Skiers pass through a mix of hardwood and evergreen forest, and ski a ridge within sight of the Fisher River. |
| Cumberland |
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Timberland Hills
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24.0k |
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715-822-3727 |
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A great trail system! Nice wide trails and many challenging sections. |
| Cumberland |
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Timberland Hills West
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2.5k |
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715-822-3727 |
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Right next door to the famous Timberland Hills trails, this is a short section that is lighted until around 11 pm. |
| Dresser |
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Troll Hollow
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3.5K |
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651-433-5141 |
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Located at Trollhaugen downhill ski area, Troll Hollow is a special cross-country ski loop that is open during normal business hours, including evenings (it's lighted!). Man-made snow ensures it's open throughout the season. |
| Drummond |
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Drummond Ski Trails
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9K |
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Located less than a mile south of Drummond. One of thje most popular trails, Boulevard, is double tracked so you can ski side by side. |
| Eau Claire |
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Tower Ridge Ski Area
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20k |
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715-839-4738 |
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Great trails--hills and flats--for all levels. Groomed for both classical and skating. There are about 3km of lighted trails. |
| Frederic |
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Coon Lake Trail
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5.3K |
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715-327-4294 |
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Located just outside of Frederic, on the east side of Coon Lake. Variety of trails. |
| Grand View |
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Hanson's C2 Trail
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3km |
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715-798-2472 |
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Flat to gently rolling easy terrain. A few sharp turns and narrow sections. Located on the west side of Jackson Lake. Follow the signs for Hanson's C2 after turning onto West Jackson Lake Lane. |
| Hayward |
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Birkie Trail
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52k |
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715-634-5025
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The famous Birkie trail. A great, rolling trail through the woods between Cable and Hayward. There is a short section south from double O that is lighted. |
| Hayward |
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Mukwonago Trail
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20km |
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800-754-8685 |
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A beautiful, challenging system of loops located about 17 miles east of Hayward. Trails are for intermediate to advanced skill levels and offer a great "in the woods" skiing experience. |
| Hudson |
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Willow River State Park
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13.0k |
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715-386-5931 |
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Trails range from easy, such as the Purple Trail running along the Willow River, to the challenging Brown Trail, with its exhilarating downhill runs. Trails are groomed for both classical and skate skiing. All grooming is done by volunteer groomers who pride themselves in providing the best possible conditions. The Nature Center is open as a heated ski shelter on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 A.M.-4:30 P.M. throughout the ski season. |
| Ladysmith |
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Ladysmith High School Trails
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1.4km |
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715-532-5984 |
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A lighted 1.4K loop on the eastside of Ladysmith High School. |
| Ladysmith |
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Sister's Farm
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5km |
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Growing from a few classical trails, this area now includes a fine skate trail that parallels the Flambeau River. Classical trails on west side, skate east side. |
| Manitowish Waters |
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Powell Marsh Trail
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17km |
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877-543-2085 |
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The Powell Marsh trail is groomed by volunteers at the North Lakeland Discovery Center. Dogs are welcome. The trail runs past a spring pond and Sherman Lake and features mostly gentle terrain. |
| Marshfield |
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Marshfield School Forest
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10K |
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715-389-9292 |
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A heavily wooded trail system with a variety of trail loops for all ability levels. Several advanced trails have climbs of more that 60 vertical feet. The trail is maintained by the Marshfield Area Ski Touring Foundation. A lodge with a large fireplace and restrooms is open to skiers on weekends. |
| Mellen |
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Penokee Mountain Trail
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11km |
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In spite of being located in rugged terrain, the trail is suitable for skiers of moderate ability. Only the 8.6 Km loop has climbs and down hills that demand intermediate skiing ability. |
| Menomonie |
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Hoffman Hills
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8.0k |
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715-232-1242 |
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Challenging trails located 10 miles NE of Menomonie. |
| Menomonie |
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Red Cedar River Trail
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13.0k |
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715-232-2631 |
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A groomed stretch from Menomonie to Downsville. Red Cedar Outfitters offer return van rides for a one-way ski trip. Follow direction signs from I-94. |
| Mercer |
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Mecca
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20k |
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715-476-2389 |
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Trails are on gently rolling terrain and feature a unique log warming cabin on the banks fo the Little Turtle River 1 mile from trail head. Trail head A is North of Mercer while Trail head B is on the south side of Mercer. |
| Minong |
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Totogatic Ski Trail
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8k |
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Terrain ranges from flat to rolling and is groomed for traditional skiing only. |
| Montreal |
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Montreal Trails
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15.0k |
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715-561-5180 |
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2km railroad grade makes for great cruising. Other steeper plunges down to the grade. Trails are in the city of Montreal Wis just west of Ironwood/Hurley. Densely wooded and secluded. Donation box. Connects with 19km Uller trail to Whitecap Mtn, which is even more remote. |
| Park Falls |
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Newman Springs Ski Trail
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9.6km |
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715-762-2461 |
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Located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, this trail system is designed for both beginning and intermediate skiers. |
| Park Falls |
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Wintergreen Ski Trail
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9.2km |
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715-762-2461 |
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This is a very scenic trail as it passes through a diverse forest of pine, aspen, birch, balsam fir, and northern hardwoods. There is a warming house at the trailhead. |
| Pence |
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Uller Trail
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18K |
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715-561-2922 |
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These trails wind through some beautiful, remote areas along the Penokee Range. |
| Phillips |
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Holy Cross Ski Trail
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9.6km |
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800-269-4505 |
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This is a very scenic trail system with moderately hilly and rolling terrain through a variety of timber types. Excellent family trail tour. |
| Phillips |
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Log Jam Trail System
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10.0k |
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715-339-4486 |
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This two-loop trail varies in difficulty. For beginner and intermediate skiers, the south loop is the easiest section of the trail and about 50% of this loop is out in the open along the airport runway. The north loop is for intermediate to expert skiers and is a very hilly trail through a wooded area of pine, aspen and some hardwoods. There is a three-sided shelter at the middle of north loop. |
| Phillips |
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Solberg Lake Ski Trail
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5.4km |
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800-269-4505 |
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This a very good trail for the beginning skier. The trail is scenic and passes through both pine and aspen timber. |
| Rib Lake |
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Rib Lake Ski Trails
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30K |
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Ranging from the Beginners Loop to the Championship Trail, the trail system has been designed to encourage the novice and challenge the expert. Well-behaved pets are welcome on the trail system. |
| River Falls |
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Kinnickinnic State Park
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6km |
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715-425-1129 |
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Easy classic trails through the woods and prairies. Kinni is a quiet park that includes a terrific overlook view of the St. Croix River. |
| Seeley |
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Seeley Ski Trails
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13.5km |
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715-634-6449 |
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Located just minutes east of Seeley, down old Hwy OO. |
| Spooner |
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Beaver Brook Ski Trail
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10K |
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715-635-2134 |
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Located just south of Spooner. Primarily backcountry trails, classical only. |
| Spooner |
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Spooner City Trails
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2.5K |
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715-635-4490 |
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Located on the north side of town, on College Street. |
| Stone Lake |
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Nordic Woods
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15km |
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715-635-4490 |
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Mostly intermediate level trails are groomed for classical or both classic and skating. There is also a beginner loop. Skating sections tend to be quite narrow and the trail is remote and heavily wooded. Ideal classical terrain. |
| Superior |
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Pattison State Park
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7K |
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715-399-3111 |
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The park features Wisconsin's highest waterfall as the Black River winds through. Trails range from beginner to moderate. |
| Superior |
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Superior Municipal Forest
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28k |
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715-395-7299 |
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28k of trails groomed for classical and skate skiing. These are the same trails used for the Superior Ski Classic. Trail fee required. |
| Trego |
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Heartwood Ski Trails
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25km |
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715-466-6300 |
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The Heartwood Conference Center & Resort (formerly the Schwan Center) grooms over 25K of cross country ski trails for both classic and skate skiing. A diverse selection of trails and terrain offers satisfaction to both the novice and expert skier. |
| Trego |
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Leisure Lake Ski Trail
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5k |
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Terrain ranges from flat to rolling. The trailhead is at the parking lot of the Leisure Lake Youth Camp. |
| Washburn |
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Mt. Valhalla Ski Trails
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27.5km |
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Teuton trails on the west side is skating and classic, the Valkyrie trails on the east side are double tracked for classic only skiing. |
| Westboro |
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Camp Forest Springs
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20km |
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715-427-5241 |
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A trail system with a variable terrain. 12 loop trails, mostly 1 to 2 km in length and varying from easy to quite difficult. Wooded, groomed almost daily, averaging 12’ wide. |
| Winter |
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Flambeau Hills Ski Trail
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22.4km |
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715-332-5271 |
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Very scenic with views of the Flambeau River and a heavily timbered landscape. Portions of the upper loop and cutoffs on the east side of the lower loop are more challenging. There is a three-sided shelter on the west side of the upper loop. |
Classic only trails