Few places in the world have more lakes per square mile than Oneida and Vilas counties. The lakes were formed by glaciers that melted and retreated north during the last Ice Age. Thirteen trestles cross the lakes and streams along the trail. The…
Trail factsRail trail: YesLength: 21.5 milesSurface: compacted graniteCounties: OneidaCommunities: Minocqua, Hazlehurst, Goodnow, HarshawDirectionsBoth trailheads are near State Highway 51 and have parking available. The north trailhead is in the…
The trail may attract a number of different users at the same time. It is important to use good trail etiquette to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all trail users.Wisconsin Trail Etiquette and Safety GuidelinesHorseback ridingThe Ahnapee State…
Biking the 400 State TrailPhoto credit: DNRThe trail may bring a number of different users to the trail at the same time. It is important to use good trail etiquette to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all trail users.
The trail is named for the Chicago-Northwestern passenger train that ran on this grade. The train traveled 400 miles between Chicago and Minneapolis/St. Paul in 400 minutes. The renovated Reedsburg Depot is the trail headquarters and the office for…