Big Bay State Park is on Madeline Island, the largest of Lake Superior's 22 Apostle Islands. During winter, ferry service from Bayfield is available until the ferry is unable to break the ice on the lake. When ferry service is no longer available, an ice road or wind-sleds and passenger vans may be available to Madeline Island. This trail follows Lake Superior’s shoreline for its entire length. With the expansive lake to one side and beautiful woods to the other, the views are magnificent. The trail is flat and easy for any member of the family. The out-and-back nature of the trail allows you to turn around at any time.

Located in the town of Superior, this trail system traverses the beautiful Superior Forest and has trails for skiers of all skill levels. All of the trails are wide and well-groomed for both classical and skate stride skiing. This trail has a spectacular view! It is better suited for advanced skiers as it is longer and more hilly with bypass side loops and more difficult terrain. This trail falls within a designated State Natural Area (SNA) valued for its unique biological resources and boreal forest. Part of the trail is shared with snowmobiles.

Minocqua Winter Park has over 6,500 acres of pristine terrain containing over 45 miles of groomed trails for skiers of all skill levels. Many other winter recreation activities are also available at Minocqua Winter Park. The VO2 Max is listed as one of the top ten trails in the United States by one popular source. This trail has been used as a race course for decades and has hosted the several well-known competitions. This trail has many twists and turns and includes some man-made obstacles to add to the intensity. It is narrow with trees very close on both sides to really test your skill.

The Van Kuren Trail meanders over rolling hills and winds through stands of oak and pine while affording views of numerous wetlands and the 23,000-acre Petenwell Flowage. There is a great variety of birds and other wildlife to be seen and some unique land features are explained by interpretive markers along the way. There is one especially steep grade about half a mile from the parking area and a few others throughout the track.

There are three color-coated loop trails in the Scuppernong Trail System that are open to hikers and classical stride skiers only. The Green Trail is the longest and is mapped in the hiking section with the title “Kettle Moraine State Forest – Scuppernong”. All of these three trails are best suited for intermediate to advanced skiers as the moraine terrain is very hilly. The trails are lined with tall hardwoods and the scenery is exceptionally beautiful.

Minocqua Winter Park has over 6,500 acres of pristine terrain containing over 45 miles of groomed trails for skiers of all skill levels. Many other winter recreation activities are also available at Minocqua Winter Park. The Lake Marie trail is one of the long trails at the park and has a variety of rolling terrain that dips and turns in an interesting manner. This is one of the popular destination trails leading to the quaint and breath-taking Lake Marie.

Most of the trails at Standing Rocks Park are rated as intermediate or expert trails because of the many hills and distances. The trails are groomed and the ski lodge is open every day with rental equipment available. This trail is best for intermediate skiers. It covers very hilly terrain with some flat stretches. There is nothing on this trail that requires expert skill but it can be taxing due to the many hills and the distance.

Located in the town of Superior, this trail system traverses the beautiful Superior Forest and has trails for skiers of all skill levels. All of the trails are wide and well-groomed for both classical and skate stride skiing. This trail allows you to test yourself without having to commit to lots of distance or difficulty. It is a bit more advanced with flat open fields and gently rolling terrain. You will recognize this as the Green Trail at the trailhead.

The Grand Geneva Ski area offers about five miles of groomed and marked cross-country ski trails in addition to its many downhill runs. The cross-country ski trails meander through the beautiful southern Wisconsin country side. Trails can be found for beginner, intermediate, and advanced skiers. This is the expert loop that contains many steep hills and densely wooded terrain and is also longer in length and challenges the skier’s endurance.

The Nordic Trail System is located on County Highway H south of the Village of Palmyra and is groomed for both skate and classical stride skiing. The trails wind through a variety of vegetation, hardwoods, pine plantations, open meadows, and kettle moraine terrain. There are six different trails of varying lengths and degrees of difficulty. This trail is the longest and covers flat to rolling terrain with some steep sections and many twists and turns.