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Trail Report: Spooner / Washburn County Wisconsin – June 30, 2018

Trail Conditions: Good

Date of Report: June 30, 2018

Area Report:

All Washburn County ATV Trails are open at this time. There may be a few rough spots from the storm a couple of weeks ago, but overall the trails are in great condition. If you plan to travel to surrounding counties, please check their trail conditions as north and northeast of us, most trail systems are closed at this time due to extensive damage.

Please be aware that ATV trails automatically close at any time that Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources fire danger is listed at very high or higher – this closure would also include the Wild River Trail and the Railroad Grade to Shell Lake. ATV use on Washburn County Forest lands is also restricted during periods of very high or higher fire danger.

Fire danger conditions are listed at the website listed below:

https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/forestfire/restrictions.html

If fire danger is elevated to very high or higher, Washburn County will have enforcement staff monitoring trails for unauthorized use. Be aware that fires can start from grass and dead leaves in contact with hot machine components. Be cautious not to stop or park machines in areas of dry grass or other forest litter. Be careful with any cigarettes or other smoking materials and campfires are not recommended. Please note that campfires on county forest lands are not permitted in the towns of Chicog, Casey, Springbrook or Minong (sand/pine townships).

Also be aware that not all trails have been graded for the start of the season and riders may encounter portions of rough trails.

Washburn County is home to the ATV Scenic Tour, highlighting over 35 points of interest along the 100+ mile ATV system. Find out more about the scenic tour here. For assistance in planning your ATV getaway to Washburn County, visit our “Request Information” page and order your ATV map, scenic tour brochure and more!

To order your FREE ATV/Snowmobile map, visit: http://www.washburncounty.org/request-info

Trail Report: Spooner / Washburn County Wisconsin – June 29, 2018

Trail Conditions: Good

Date of Report: June 29, 2018

Area Report:

All Washburn County ATV Trails are open at this time. There may be a few rough spots from the storm a couple of weeks ago, but overall the trails are in great condition. If you plan to travel to surrounding counties, please check their trail conditions as north and northeast of us, most trail systems are closed at this time due to extensive damage.

Please be aware that ATV trails automatically close at any time that Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources fire danger is listed at very high or higher – this closure would also include the Wild River Trail and the Railroad Grade to Shell Lake. ATV use on Washburn County Forest lands is also restricted during periods of very high or higher fire danger.

Fire danger conditions are listed at the website listed below:

https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/forestfire/restrictions.html

If fire danger is elevated to very high or higher, Washburn County will have enforcement staff monitoring trails for unauthorized use. Be aware that fires can start from grass and dead leaves in contact with hot machine components. Be cautious not to stop or park machines in areas of dry grass or other forest litter. Be careful with any cigarettes or other smoking materials and campfires are not recommended. Please note that campfires on county forest lands are not permitted in the towns of Chicog, Casey, Springbrook or Minong (sand/pine townships).

Also be aware that not all trails have been graded for the start of the season and riders may encounter portions of rough trails.

Washburn County is home to the ATV Scenic Tour, highlighting over 35 points of interest along the 100+ mile ATV system. Find out more about the scenic tour here. For assistance in planning your ATV getaway to Washburn County, visit our “Request Information” page and order your ATV map, scenic tour brochure and more!

To order your FREE ATV/Snowmobile map, visit: http://www.washburncounty.org/request-info

Trail Report: Spooner / Washburn County Wisconsin – June 28, 2018

Trail Conditions: Good

Date of Report: June 28, 2018

Area Report:

All Washburn County ATV Trails are open at this time. There may be a few rough spots from the storm a couple of weeks ago, but overall the trails are in great condition. If you plan to travel to surrounding counties, please check their trail conditions as north and northeast of us, most trail systems are closed at this time due to extensive damage.

Please be aware that ATV trails automatically close at any time that Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources fire danger is listed at very high or higher – this closure would also include the Wild River Trail and the Railroad Grade to Shell Lake. ATV use on Washburn County Forest lands is also restricted during periods of very high or higher fire danger.

Fire danger conditions are listed at the website listed below:

https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/forestfire/restrictions.html

If fire danger is elevated to very high or higher, Washburn County will have enforcement staff monitoring trails for unauthorized use. Be aware that fires can start from grass and dead leaves in contact with hot machine components. Be cautious not to stop or park machines in areas of dry grass or other forest litter. Be careful with any cigarettes or other smoking materials and campfires are not recommended. Please note that campfires on county forest lands are not permitted in the towns of Chicog, Casey, Springbrook or Minong (sand/pine townships).

Also be aware that not all trails have been graded for the start of the season and riders may encounter portions of rough trails.

Washburn County is home to the ATV Scenic Tour, highlighting over 35 points of interest along the 100+ mile ATV system. Find out more about the scenic tour here. For assistance in planning your ATV getaway to Washburn County, visit our “Request Information” page and order your ATV map, scenic tour brochure and more!

To order your FREE ATV/Snowmobile map, visit: http://www.washburncounty.org/request-info

Trail Report: Spooner / Washburn County Wisconsin – June 27, 2018

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Date of Report: June 27, 2018

News and Reports:

All Washburn County ATV Trails are open at this time. There may be a few rough spots from the storm a couple of weeks ago, but overall the trails are in great condition. If you plan to travel to surrounding counties, please check their trail conditions as north and northeast of us, most trail systems are closed at this time due to extensive damage.

Please be aware that ATV trails automatically close at any time that Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources fire danger is listed at very high or higher – this closure would also include the Wild River Trail and the Railroad Grade to Shell Lake. ATV use on Washburn County Forest lands is also restricted during periods of very high or higher fire danger.

Fire danger conditions are listed at the website listed below:

https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/forestfire/restrictions.html

If fire danger is elevated to very high or higher, Washburn County will have enforcement staff monitoring trails for unauthorized use. Be aware that fires can start from grass and dead leaves in contact with hot machine components. Be cautious not to stop or park machines in areas of dry grass or other forest litter. Be careful with any cigarettes or other smoking materials and campfires are not recommended. Please note that campfires on county forest lands are not permitted in the towns of Chicog, Casey, Springbrook or Minong (sand/pine townships).

Also be aware that not all trails have been graded for the start of the season and riders may encounter portions of rough trails.

Washburn County is home to the ATV Scenic Tour, highlighting over 35 points of interest along the 100+ mile ATV system. Find out more about the scenic tour here. For assistance in planning your ATV getaway to Washburn County, visit our “Request Information” page and order your ATV map, scenic tour brochure and more!

To order your FREE ATV/Snowmobile map, visit: http://www.washburncounty.org/request-info

Trail Report: Hayward, Wisconsin – June 25, 2018

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Date of Report: June 25, 2018

Area Report:

Hello Riders!

Welcome to ATV/UTV Season 2018! The Sawyer County trails are now OPEN and in EXCELLENT condition 

***EXCEPTION*** There is a small washout about a mile east of Draper by Hathaway Road at the culvert; it is passable and has green markers on it. Beginning July 9 (originally scheduled to begin June 18), there will be a detour for a trail repair east of Winter near Sundling Road in Sawyer County through July 25, 2018. There will be signs posted for the reroute. For questions regarding the detour, contact Sawyer County Forestry at 715-634-4846.

GOOD NEWS! the Chequamegon National Forest and the Flambeau Forest  are all open to UTV’s 65″ or less.  No restrictions in Sawyer County – but check your map when riding into Bayfield County.

Miles and miles of trails to ride and the best restaurants and resorts to stop at! Get out and ride!!  

Trail Report: Spooner / Washburn County Wisconsin – June 23, 2018

Trail Conditions: Good

Date of Report: June 23, 2018

News and Reports:

All Washburn County ATV Trails are open at this time. We did receive some of the storms that swept Northwest Wisconsin last week, but have received unofficial word that we had relatively minor damage to our trail system. You may encounter some rough spots on the trail due to the storm so please use caution when riding. Club volunteers have been out checking trails and clearing downed trees, but if you see any trail damage, please call Washburn County Forestry to report (715) 635-4490. If you plan to travel to surrounding counties, please check their trail conditions as north and northeast of us, most trail systems are closed at this time due to extensive damage.

Please be aware that ATV trails automatically close at any time that Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources fire danger is listed at very high or higher – this closure would also include the Wild River Trail and the Railroad Grade to Shell Lake. ATV use on Washburn County Forest lands is also restricted during periods of very high or higher fire danger.

Fire danger conditions are listed at the website listed below:

https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/forestfire/restrictions.html

If fire danger is elevated to very high or higher, Washburn County will have enforcement staff monitoring trails for unauthorized use. Be aware that fires can start from grass and dead leaves in contact with hot machine components. Be cautious not to stop or park machines in areas of dry grass or other forest litter. Be careful with any cigarettes or other smoking materials and campfires are not recommended. Please note that campfires on county forest lands are not permitted in the towns of Chicog, Casey, Springbrook or Minong (sand/pine townships).

Also be aware that not all trails have been graded for the start of the season and riders may encounter portions of rough trails.

Washburn County is home to the ATV Scenic Tour, highlighting over 35 points of interest along the 100+ mile ATV system. Find out more about the scenic tour here. For assistance in planning your ATV getaway to Washburn County, visit our “Request Information” page and order your ATV map, scenic tour brochure and more!

To order your FREE ATV/Snowmobile map, visit: http://www.washburncounty.org/request-info

Trail Report: Spooner / Washburn County Wisconsin – June 22, 2018

Trail Conditions: Open

Date of Report: June 22, 2018

Area Report:

All Washburn County ATV Trails are open at this time. We did receive some of the storms that swept Northwest Wisconsin over the weekend, but have received unofficial word that we had relatively minor damage to our trail system. You may encounter some rough spots on the trail due to the storm so please use caution when riding. Clubs have been out checking trails and clearing downed trees, but if you see any trail damage, please call Washburn County Forestry to report (715) 635-4490. If you plan to travel to surrounding counties, please check their trail conditions as north and northeast of us, most trail systems are closed at this time due to extensive damage.

Please be aware that ATV trails automatically close at any time that Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources fire danger is listed at very high or higher – this closure would also include the Wild River Trail and the Railroad Grade to Shell Lake. ATV use on Washburn County Forest lands is also restricted during periods of very high or higher fire danger.

 

If fire danger is elevated to very high or higher, Washburn County will have enforcement staff monitoring trails for unauthorized use. Be aware that fires can start from grass and dead leaves in contact with hot machine components. Be cautious not to stop or park machines in areas of dry grass or other forest litter. Be careful with any cigarettes or other smoking materials and campfires are not recommended. Please note that campfires on county forest lands are not permitted in the towns of Chicog, Casey, Springbrook or Minong (sand/pine townships).

Also be aware that not all trails have been graded for the start of the season and riders may encounter portions of rough trails.

Trail Report: Price County, Wisconsin – June 21, 2018

Trail Conditions: Good

Date of Report: June 21, 2018

Area Report:

  • Flambeau Trail System (70 miles) ~ OPEN May 1 through March 15 – Following a recent heavy rain event, the trails have been inspected and they are OPEN. For your safety, please be alert while riding and watch for signage or flagging at known caution areas. Not all caution areas are marked. Repairs will be made over the upcoming weeks. The brusher is currently working south of Hwy 70 between Wintergreen and Sailor Lake. Logging is taking place on trail 118A-111 by Hwy 182, so please use caution as logging equipment may be crossing the trail. Please report any issues, especially water over the trail, to Brady Howe at bjhowe@fs.fed.us or 715-762-5104 and leave a detailed message on where the issue is. Maps of the trail system are available for free for smartphones via the Avenza PDF Maps app, which is free – https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/cnnf/maps-pubs/?cid=fseprd530550. Trail manager – Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest – 715-762-2461. 
  • Solberg Trail (9.5 miles) ~ OPEN May 1 through March 14 – The trail is open following the June 14-17 rain event. The Solberg Trail had brushing and grading done to the open section (non-detour section), so it is in very good riding shape. Due to unsafe bridge conditions, there is a detour in place from the parking located on E. Solberg Lake Road to FR 508. There is a sign posted noting the reroute which uses a town road. The section of the trail north of the bridge remains open from FR 508 going north. The reroute will be in place until late-summer. Trail manager – Price County Forestry & Parks Department  – 715-339-6371.  
  • Georgetown Trail (15.8 miles) ~ OPEN May 1 through March 14 – The Georgetown Trail is in good shape for ATV, UTV and Off-road Motorcycle riding. There are two active logging operations. One starts just north of the White Birch Lane parking lot and ends at the White Birch Lane trail intersection. The other is just west of where the trail crosses Skinner Creek Road. Watch for signs and slow down for your safety and for the safety of the workers.  Trail manager – Price County Forestry & Parks Department  – 715-339-6371.
  • Tuscobia  State Trail (64 miles) ~ OPEN April 16 through November 15  – Due to a severe washout, there is a TRAIL CLOSURE west of Park Falls from the Tuscobia’s intersection with County Highway E, and going west to its intersection with West Buckhorn Road. DETOUR – Click here for the detour map. There is a small washout about a mile east of Draper by Hathaway Road at the culvert; it is passable and has green markers on it. Beginning July 9 (originally scheduled to begin June 18), there will be a detour for a trail repair east of Winter, near Sundling Road in Sawyer County. The repair work is scheduled to end July 25, 2018. There will be signs posted for the reroute. For questions regarding the detour, contact Sawyer County Forestry at 715-634-4846. Trail manager – Natural Resources Property Supervisor – 715-669-4342.
  • Flambeau River State Forest Trail (38 miles) ~ OPEN May 15 through November 15 – After the heavy rainfall mid-June, most of the trail systems have some standing water and some washouts. The ATV/UTV system directly on the Flambeau River State Forest have been inspected and cleared and are all travelable. Trail manager – Flambeau River State Forest – 715-332-5271. 
  • Pine Line / Price-Taylor Rail Trail/Prentice Area ~ CLOSED through November 30 –  The Price County section of the trail allows ATV and UTV use December through March 31 when snowmobile trails are officially open. Click here to find Taylor County contact information for inquiries regarding their open and close dates or call 715-748-1486.

Trail Report: Spooner / Washburn County Wisconsin – June 19, 2018

Trail Conditions: Fair

Date of Report: June 19, 2018

Area Report:

All Washburn County ATV Trails are open at this time. We did receive some of the storms that swept Northwest Wisconsin over the weekend, but have received unofficial word that we had relatively minor damage to our trail system. You may encounter some rough spots on the trail due to the storm so please use caution when riding. Clubs have been out checking trails and clearing downed trees, but if you see any trail damage, please call Washburn County Forestry to report (715) 635-4490. If you plan to travel to surrounding counties, please check their trail conditions as north and northeast of us, most trail systems are closed at this time due to extensive damage.

Please be aware that ATV trails automatically close at any time that Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources fire danger is listed at very high or higher – this closure would also include the Wild River Trail and the Railroad Grade to Shell Lake. ATV use on Washburn County Forest lands is also restricted during periods of very high or higher fire danger.

Fire danger conditions are listed at the website listed below:

https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/forestfire/restrictions.html

If fire danger is elevated to very high or higher, Washburn County will have enforcement staff monitoring trails for unauthorized use. Be aware that fires can start from grass and dead leaves in contact with hot machine components. Be cautious not to stop or park machines in areas of dry grass or other forest litter. Be careful with any cigarettes or other smoking materials and campfires are not recommended. Please note that campfires on county forest lands are not permitted in the towns of Chicog, Casey, Springbrook or Minong (sand/pine townships).

Also be aware that not all trails have been graded for the start of the season and riders may encounter portions of rough trails.

Washburn County is home to the ATV Scenic Tour, highlighting over 35 points of interest along the 100+ mile ATV system. Find out more about the scenic tour here. For assistance in planning your ATV getaway to Washburn County, visit our “Request Information” page and order your ATV map, scenic tour brochure and more!

To order your FREE ATV/Snowmobile map, visit: http://www.washburncounty.org/request-info

 

Trail Report: Hayward, Wisconsin – June 19, 2018

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Date of Report: June 19, 2018

Area Report:

Hello Riders!

Welcome to ATV/UTV Season 2018! The Sawyer County trails are now OPEN and in EXCELLENT condition 

***EXCEPTION*** Due to a severe washout, there is a TRAIL CLOSURE west of Park Falls from the Tuscobia’s intersection with County Highway E, and going west to its intersection with West Buckhorn Road.There is a small washout about a mile east of Draper by Hathaway Road at the culvert; it is passable and has green markers on it. Beginning July 9 (originally scheduled to begin June 18), there will be a detour for a trail repair east of Winter near Sundling Road in Sawyer County through July 25, 2018. There will be signs posted for the reroute. For questions regarding the detour, contact Sawyer County Forestry at 715-634-4846.

GOOD NEWS! the Chequamegon National Forest and the Flambeau Forest  are all open to UTV’s 65″ or less.  No restrictions in Sawyer County – but check your map when riding into Bayfield County.

Miles and miles of trails to ride and the best restaurants and resorts to stop at! Get out and ride!!  

 

 

News and Reports:

 

New Routes that have been approved, but are not legal until signs are installed, include:

**The new connector route from Hayward to Stone Lake, which runs along the Olker-Kadlec-Highline-Williams-Old Hwy 27-Rainbow Rd and Washburn County routes to Stone Lake.

**The new route north out of Hayward, near Adventure RV and Hayward Powersports.  It includes sections along Hwy K and from the LCO Country Store to the Bass Lake Town Hall.

**County Road B from Prop’s Landing Waterfront Grille to Frogg Road

**Snowmobile Trail 29 to Sevenwinds Casino, Lodge, & Conference Center