Best Snowshoeing in Wisconsin

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Wisconsin, Oneida County

02 :35 hrs
4.9 mi
28.825653 ft
Hard

Minocqua Winter Park has over 6,500 acres of pristine terrain containing over 45 miles of groomed trails for skiers of all skill levels as well as two great snowshoe trails. Many other winter recreation activities are also available at Minocqua Winter Park. The Snow Stomper Trail offers three fantastic views from great vantage points. It follows alongside ski trails for most of the distance and makes a loop through the center of the park.

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Wisconsin, Oneida County

01 :20 hrs
2.6 mi
8.421997 ft
Moderate

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 Breaking Free Trail is the shorter snowshoeing trail that makes a beautiful, very scenic loop. One section of the trail parallels the Squirrel River where there are great views.

3

Wisconsin, Price County

00 :33 hrs
1 mi
8.263428 ft
Easy

Phillips School Forest contains an extensive trail network that includes five cross-country skiing loops ranging from gently rolling to steep climbs and six snowshoe loops. The trails wind through a diverse forest and an open meadow. This trail traverses very hilly terrain that contains some flat sections and many short rolling hills.

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Wisconsin, Price County

00 :43 hrs
1.4 mi
9.833679 ft
Easy

Phillips School Forest contains an extensive trail network that includes five cross-country skiing loops ranging from gently rolling to steep climbs and six snowshoe loops. The trails wind through a diverse forest and an open meadow. This trail traverses very gentle terrain that contains only a few short, easy hills.

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Minnesota, Chisago County

02 :14 hrs
4.2 mi
28.27922 ft
Easy

This snowshoeing adventure runs along St. Croix River near the border of Minnesota and Wisconsin. The hike offers a pleasant snowshoe through a heavily forested area and some spectacular river views. The area near the river is full of wildlife, at least the ones that have stuck around during the winter. Be apprised that if you bring your dog you must keep it on a leash while hiking the trail.

6

Minnesota, Duluth

02 :15 hrs
3.8 mi
105.89996 ft
Moderate

Jay Cooke State Park (named after the man who financed the park, Jay Cooke) has nearly fifty miles of hiking trails, providing the adventurer with a plethora of adventure opportunities. Be aware that there is a state park parking fee for any vehicles entering the park. Also, if you bring a dog park rules are that you need to keep your dog on a leash.

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Wisconsin, Iron County

00 :27 hrs
0.9 mi
6.198822 ft
Easy

This short snowshoe loop trail is part of the Mecca Ski Trails System at Little Turtle Flowage in Mercer. The trailhead is at the end of Fierick Road and it loops south through the wetland forest. The terrain is mostly flat with the only exception being a short hill at the beginning and end. The scenery is beautiful and it is a great, quiet place to visit.

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Wisconsin, Ashland County

02 :35 hrs
3.1 mi
10.80423 ft
Easy

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.

9

Wisconsin, Superior

03 :46 hrs
9.2 mi
13.053986 ft
Expert

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.

10

Wisconsin, Clark County

02 :07 hrs
8 mi
56.25238 ft
Hard

This trail is just north of the Black River State Forest and is among the most exciting and rewarding in all the state. This cluster is often overlooked and offers climbing of a sort not normally found outside of mountainous regions. You will find stunning, unobstructed views, incredible singletrack, and beautiful medium-paced cross-country trails. Two towering mounds dominate the diverse terrain. Levis Mound to the south is covered with ribbons of narrow trails cutting back and forth on their way to the peak. Trow Mound to the north just out of the forest and has two trails leading to the top. Atop these mounds, views stretch out for miles over the surrounding forest. The trail is not very technical but the repeated climbing and descending is intense.

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