Basic Information
Cattail State Trail
Trail facts
- Rail Trail: Yes
- Length: 18 miles
- Surface: crushed stone
- Counties: Polk, Barron
- Communities: Amery, Turtle Lake, Almena
Directions
From the east or west, take U.S. Highway 8 into Turtle Lake or Almena. The trail is near Highway 8 in both communities. The trailhead in Amery is near Highway 46. Take Highway 46 south from Highway 8 into Amery. From the north or south, take U.S. Highway 63 to its connection with Highway 8 just outside of Turtle Lake. Accommodations and services are available year-round in Amery, Almena and Turtle Lake. Restrooms are available at the Amery trailhead.
Hours
The trail is open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. year-round.
Fees
A state trail pass is not required to use the Cattail State Trail.
Planning and management
For more information about planning for this property, see: Property Master Plans.
Explore the area
Travel Wisconsin listings
- Cattail State Trail [exit DNR]
- Polk County Information Center [exit DNR]
- Rice Lake Tourism [exit DNR]
- Up North Region [exit DNR]
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