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Price County Parks
PARK FALLS AREA
Contact the Park Falls City Hall for more information at 715-762-2436.
RIVERSIDE PARK
Located at 250 Lawrence Ave., Riverside Park amenities include tables, benches, grills and a viewing pier. A paved recreational trail leads to Hines Park along the beautiful Flambeau River. ATVers and snowmobilers are able to get right onto the trails from Riverside Park. There is a parking lot large enough for vehicles and trailers.
SOUTHSIDE PARK
Surrounded by wilderness on 11th Street South, the South Side Park amenities include a baseball and soccer field, playground and covered seating area. The park is also located on the ATV/snowmobile route and has ample parking for trailers.
TOURIST PARK
Located next to the Flambeau Hospital/Marshfield Clinic Medical complex at 50 Sherry Ave., Tourist Park provides plenty of tree canopy for shade, along with a covered shelter, playground equipment, tables and grills.
TRIANGLE PARK
Triangle Park is located downtown at 155 3rd Ave. S. Amenities include an open pavilion with flush toilets during summer and picnic tables. The park plays host to the annual Community Christmas Tree lighting and other events. A project starting in 2022 will expand and improve the park amenities.
HINES PARK AND CAMPGROUND: Within the city of Park Falls, the park includes a boat landing, a camping area with drinking water, toilets, picnic tables, fishing, hiking trails, grills, shelter, playground, horseshoes and volleyball net.
NEWMAN LAKE RECREATION AREA: About 14 miles west of Park Falls on State Highway 182, the park includes a sand beach, playground, boat landing, drinking water, vault toilets, picnic tables, fishing pier, grills, shelter, horseshoe pits and volleyball net. For information, contact the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Park Falls office at 715-762-2461, then dial zero.
MOVRICH PARK: Located on the South Fork of the Flambeau River in downtown Fifield, just east of State Highway 70 on Willow Avenue. The park features public river access, canoe launch, picnic shelter (reserved for a fee), drinking water, flush toilets, picnic tables and grills, playground equipment, sand box, volleyball court, basketball hoop and horseshoe pits.
For information, call the Fifield Town Hall at 715-762-2500.
SMITH LAKE COUNTY PARK AND CAMPGROUND: Located southwest of Park Falls on N14763 Omaha Road. The park includes forest and lakefront property surrounding Smith Lake, with Flambeau River access and two zero-fee canoe-in campsites, 30-unit all year no-reservation campground with electric hookup (fee required), picnic tables, grills, fire rings with wood provided, open air shelter with electricity (reservations at 715-339- 6371), pay per use shower and flush toilet building open Memorial Day weekend through September. The park has ATV trail access to the Tuscobia State Trail, an ATV unloading and loading ramp, vault toilets, a dump station, pressure water faucet and drinking fountain from mid April through October, parking area, boat landing and dock, fishing, sand beach, hiking trail, playground and horseshoe pit.
TUSCOBIA TRAILHEAD PARK: Take County Road E west from Park Falls for about 1/2 mile, then turn north into the park. The day-use park has two parking lots that access the 74-mile multi-use Tuscobia State Trail system for ATV riding from May 15 through Nov. 15, and a 62-mile stretch from Park Falls to Birchwood for snowmobile riding from December through March. Other trail uses include hiking, biking, horseback riding and snowshoeing and a dog park that is maintained by the Park Falls Lions Club.
The park also has a 5-acre pond that supports a waterfowl population. Park facilities include a paved pedestrian trail to the city of Park Falls, ATV and snowmobile trail access; ATV loading ramp, overnight parking, open air shelter with electricity (reservations at 715-339-6371), flush toilets, drinking fountain and faucet, picnic area, tables and grills, playground equipment, horseshoe pits and baseball diamond.
PHILLIPS AREA
BOSTROM PARK: Next to the Phillips Area Chamber of Commerce building just south of downtown on State Highway 13. An open area for activities.
CONNORS LAKE PICNIC AREA: Approximately 21 miles west of Phillips on County W in Sawyer County. The park contains a playground, beach, boat landing, drinking water, toilets, picnic tables, fishing and grills. For more information, contact the Flambeau River State Forest office at 715-339-5271.
ELK LAKE PARK: Just north of downtown Phillips on the Elk Lake portion of the Elk River off of State Highway 13. The park contains a playground, splash pad, disc golf course, open-air pavilion with electricity, picnic tables, grills, drinking water, flush toilets, kitchen facilities (reservations at 715-339-3125), boat landing, shore and pier fishing, walking trail, soccer field, sand volleyball net and basketball courts.
Elk Lake Park is also the venue for the weekly Music in the Park Series from June 30 through Aug. 20, 2022, sponsored by Strong Families Strong Kids of Price County. Grab your lawn chair and cooler and enjoy the summer lineup starting at 6 p.m. with The Dweebs on June 30; Roger Pouliot on July 7; Hip Pocket on July 14; Art Stevenson on July 21; Old Pine Road on July 28; Lake Classic Rock on Aug. 4; Iron Mule on Aug. 11 fundraiser night, and Pacific Coast Highway at 5 p.m. Aug. 20, sponsored by the Phillips Area Chamber of Commerce.
LITTLE LEAGUE PARK: Located on Ball Park Drive just off of 1st Street and County W. The park has a playground, drinking water, picnic tables, grills, shelter, a dog park and a baseball field.
MEMORIAL PARK: Located a few blocks off County W at Wyoming Street. The park has a playground, bleachers and baseball field.
SOKOL PARK: Located on Fifield Street at Ash Street, the park has a small playground and benches. The park also contains the Lidice Shall Live memorial dedicated by the Czech, Mooravian and Slovak community of Phillips in memory of the village of Lidice, Czechoslovakia, which was burned to the ground and all the town men murdered by the Nazi Gestapo on June 10, 1942 as a reprisal for resistance activity.
SOLBERG LAKE COUNTY PARK AND CAMPGROUND: Take Old 13 Road from Phillips to West Solberg Lake Road, northeast of Phillips. Solberg Lake has fishing, water skiing and swimming. The premier north woods campground and day-use park located on a 35-acre peninsula extending into Solberg Lake. This 45-unit campground accommodates RV’s, trailers and tents. The facilities include a 60-unit campground, 54 sites with electrical hookups, year-round (no reservation, camp fees required), two pay for use shower and flush toilet buildings, open air shelter with electricity (reservations at 715-339-6371), sanitary dump station, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pit, pressure water, parking area; picnic area, tables, grills and fire rings, sand beach; playground equipment, paved boat ramp, boat dock, fishing pier, nature hike, mountain bike trail, hunting, snowshoe, cross country ski and snowmobile trails, pay phone.
WISCONSIN CONCRETE PARK
The Wisconsin Concrete Park offers a unique artistic and historical experience that is located just south of Phillips at N8236 State Highway 13. Admission is free and donations are accepted. The park is an outdoor museum with 237 embellished concrete and mixed media sculptures that were built between 1948 and 1964 by Fred Smith, a retired lumberjack and self-taught artist and musician. The life-size and larger-than-life sculptures depict people, animals, and events from local, regional and national history, from local lore, and from Smith’s expansive imagination. The site is owned and maintained by Price County Parks and Forestry Department. The statues are maintained by the Friends of Fred Smith, a nonprofit organization that also owns the adjacent Rock Garden Tavern. The Countryside Artisans Gallery & Gifts use the former Fred Smith house on the property to meet, display and sell their crafts and artwork. Visit the park website at wisconsinconcretepark.org.
SOUTHERN PRICE COUNTY AREA
BIG FALLS COUNTY PARK AND CAMPGROUND: A scenic river park located along the South Fork of the Jump River at W11337 Big Falls Road in Kennan. Take U.S. 8 to County N, and then go south about 10 miles. Flanked by tall white and red pine, the Jump River cascades around huge granite rocks and provides visitors with a wild river environment. Park facilities include a campground, picnic area, children’s play area, swimming area and hiking trails.
CATAWBA PARK: In the village of Catawba, just north of U.S. 8 on High Street. The park has a playground, toilets, picnic tables, shelter, horseshoe pits and a baseball diamond.
BUCCANEER POND: In the village of Prentice at Town and Pine Streets. The park has swimming, drinking water, toilets, picnic tables, fishing and grills.
KENNAN PARK: Just south of the village of Kennan on County N. The park has a playground, toilets, picnic tables, hiking trails, shelter, baseball diamond and volleyball net.
LIONS PARK: Located on South Street across from the town of Prentice Public School. The park has a baseball diamond, volleyball net, playground, pavilions, drinking water, restrooms, picnic tables and horseshoe pits.
PIONEER PARK: Located downtown in the town of Ogema on the 11 acre Ogema Mill pond, just off State Highway 86 at W4905 Holmes St. The park has an equestrian friendly camping area, picnic tables, fire rings, pressure water and flush toilets, shore fishing and carry-in boat access, playground, tether ball, sand box, nature trails, pavilion with kitchen (reservations at 715-767-5586), ballfield with concessions, horseshoe pits, ATV and horse pull track, horse hitching posts, access to the 26 mile non-motorized Pine Line Rail Trail.
RIVERFRONT PARK: Located in the village of Prentice just west of Railroad Avenue at Jump River. The park has picnic tables, fishing and grills.
SPIRIT MEMORIAL PARK: From State Highway 13 in the town of Spirit, go east on State Highway 86, then south on State Highway 102, and then east on County YY to German Settlement Road. The park has interpretive signage, two picnic shelters, grills, playground, restroom, and a native plant garden designed by local environmental science educator and native plant advocate Quan Banh, a footbridge with hiking access to the Spirit River. The park is a geocache location.
WAYSIDE PARK: From the village of Prentice, go east of Railroad Avenue to the Jump River. The park has picnic tables, fishing and hiking trails.
TIMM’S HILL COUNTY PARK: East of the town of Ogema on W3206 County RR, Timm’s Hill is the highest geographical point in Wisconsin at 1951.5 feet above sea level. The hill includes an observation tower, and the park, bordered by spring fed Timm’s Lake to the north and Bass Lake to the south, offers scenic and recreational opportunities. There is a public fishing pier and beach on Bass Lake. Both lakes boast bass and panfish. There are nearby walking and cross country ski trails, snowmobile trails, a picnic shelter, playground, a well and toilets. A monument to early area settlers is located near the parking area. There are bike and auto tours through the park and the non-motorized Timm’s Hill National Trail connects to the Ice Age Trail system and can be accessed within the park. For more information, contact town/village offices in Catawba at 715-474- 6714; Prentice at 715-428-2124; Kennan at 715-474-3325; and Ogema at 715-767-5860.
Price County Trails
Flambeau Hills Trail
(Hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing)
The Flambeau Hills Trail trailhead is located 22 miles west of Philips on County Highway W; the north parking area is 14 miles west of Fifield on State Highway 70.
The trail is 16.9 miles with easy to moderate difficulty. Located in the Flambeau River State Forest, this wide trail is very hilly with no major climbs and offers varying degrees of difficulty. With views of the Flambeau River and heavily timbered landscape, this trail offers exceptional scenic enjoyment winding through a mixture of hardwoods and conifers and crossing three bridges. A three-sided shelter with a fire ring and picnic table is provided as a rest area on the west side of the upper loop. A vehicle admission sticker is not required to park at the trailhead.
The trail is a wide twin track for hiking and biking. The trail is mowed periodically during the summer. Hiking and biking are not allowed while the trail is being groomed for cross-country skiing. If you’re looking for additional trails to explore, the adjacent ATV/UTV trail offers a generally hard-packed trail surface with some loose rock and sand.
Flambeau River State Forest
(Hiking, biking, ATV/UTV and horseback riding).
The Flambeau River State Forest Trail is a 38-mile multi-use trail consisting of forest roads, town roads and snowmobile routes located in the Flambeau River State Forest. The trail system connects directly to the Tuscobia State Trail. There are very few services along the trail. The terrain and trail surface vary greatly throughout the trail system. The surface is mostly gravel but you will encounter grassy and rocky areas. The terrain is mostly flat but is hilly in some areas. Horseback riders are welcome to ride on this trail as well as old logging roads and/or gravel roads in the Flambeau River State Forest. Horses are not allowed on any beaches, nature/hiking/biking trails, in picnic areas or campgrounds. ATV and UTV use is allowed May 15 to November 15. Off-road motorcycles are not allowed. This is a multi-use trail and it is shared with non-motorized users.
The Flambeau River State Forest Trail has four parking areas. The Flambeau Hills trailhead is located 19 miles west of Phillips on County Road W (pit toilets only). Two more parking areas are located on County Road M. Take County Road W 17 miles west of Phillips, then go south on County Road M about a 1/4 mile to the Tower Hill parking area (no facilities). The third is about seven miles further on County Road M at Fisherman’s Landing (drinking water and pit toilets) at the southern end of the trail just past where County Road M crosses the South Fork of the Flambeau River (or in Hawkins from U.S. 8 go north on County Road M 10 miles. The fourth parking area is west of Fifield about 14 miles to Oxbo Drive, then north about 1/2 mile to the parking lot with drinking water and pit toilets).
Flambeau Trail System
(Hiking, biking, ATVing, UTVing, off-road motorcycles, horseback riding)
The Flambeau Trail System is a 70-mile trail that winds through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (CNNF).
The trail system is highlighted by rolling terrain, tree-lined corridors, wooden bridges, and vistas overlooking bogs and lakes. The terrain and trail surface vary greatly throughout the trail system. The surface is mostly gravel but you will encounter grassy and rocky areas. The terrain varies from flat to hilly. Horseback riding is allowed on the trail, but the trail is shared with motorized vehicles. Along the trail there are several points of interest including the Smith Rapids Covered Bridge crossing the South Fork of the Flambeau River, Round Lake Logging Dam, and Camp Nine Springs. Routes from the trail system allow for access to the city of Park Falls. The Park Falls routes connect to the Tuscobia State Trail. The trail is open May 1 thru March 14. It is closed March 15 thru April 30 for spring breakup.
There is parking with trail access in both Park Falls and Fifield and several areas along the trail system. These parking areas do not have ramps for unloading and loading motorized vehicles. The five parking areas along the Flambeau Trail System in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest include:
– The Wintergreen parking area (parking pass required) east of Fifield on State Highway 70 which has a chalet, vaulted toilets, drinking water and an information board
– Sailor Lake Campground and Picnic Area (parking pass required) east of Fifield on State Highway 70, then south on Sailor Lake Road which has a picnic shelter, vaulted toilets, drinking water, and a loading ramp
– Blockhouse Lake parking area east of Park Falls on State Highway 182 which has vaulted toilets and an information board
– Round Lake parking area (parking pass required) east of Fifield on State Highway 70 then north on Shady Knoll Road which has a picnic area, vaulted toilets, drinking water, boat ramp and an information board
– The State Highway 182 parking area east of Park Falls has an information board.
Georgetown Trail
(Hiking, biking, ATVing, UTVing, off-road motorcycles, horseback riding, snowshoeing)
The Georgetown Trail is located in the Price County Forest west of Phillips. The trail is 12.8 miles long with a gravel surface and meanders through a variety of different forest types. The trail has parking areas located at both the north and south ends of the trail. The parking areas have unloading/loading ramps and ample room for parking. There are no amenities at either of the parking areas or along the trail; however, there is road route access to businesses on both ends of the trail.
The north parking area is located west of Phillips on Carpenter Creek Road. From State Highway 13 in Phillips, go 10 miles west on County W and then about 1 mile south on Carpenter Creek Road. The south parking area is located on Fairview Road north of Kennan. From the U.S. 8 and County J intersection, go west on U.S. 8 approximately 2 miles to Fairview Road, then north 3 miles on Fairview Road to the parking area. The trail can also be used for hunting.
HIGH POINT TRAIL / TIMM’S HILL COUNTY PARK TRAILS
(Hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing)
The High Point Trail is located three miles east of Ogema on State Highway 86. Turn south on County C and drive about one mile before turning left at Rustic Road (County RR) which leads to Timm’s Hill County Park.
Located at Timm’s Hill, Wisconsin’s highest geographical point, there are three loop trails that traverse some of the most hilly terrain in the state. The gates at both ends of the park road are opened each morning and closed each evening.
For hiking and biking the trail from the pavilion to the observation tower is gravel. The rest of the trails are hard-packed dirt. All of the trails are graded periodically in the summer. Hiking and biking is only allowed on the trails in Timm’s Hill County Park and the portion of the High Point Trail that is shared with the Timm’s Hill National Trail (a 10-mile trail that connects the High Point Trail at Timm’s Hill County Park to the National Ice Age Trail).
For horseback riding there is a horse hitching area on the east side of Bass Lake and a marked trail that goes south to Rustic Road 62. Horses are not allowed in parking areas, on beaches, walking trails or in the day use area.
HOLY CROSS TRAIL SYSTEM
(Hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing)
The Holy Cross Trail System is located seven miles north of Phillips on State Highway 13. The trail is 16 miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding and 7.5 miles of groomed ski trails. The trailhead features a parking lot and has hitching rails, a mounting block, shelter, grill, picnic tables, fire ring, drinking water – well with hand pump, handicap-accessible toilets, trail signing and trail maps. The 16 miles of well-marked forested trails are gently rolling to flat. There are no wet areas and horses do not require shoes.
To get to the south parking area, take State Highway 13 north of Phillips to Holy Cross Road (gravel). Go east across the railroad tracks, then north; it is 1.5 miles to the intersection where Holy Cross Road turns to the right. Continue going straight 0.4 miles to the parking area. Do not turn right on Holy Cross Road. There is room for 8-10 horse trailers if they are parked parallel. To get to the north parking area, take State Highway 70 to Hicks (Landing) Road (blacktopped) east of Fifield. Go south on Hicks Landing Road about 4.6 miles to the parking lot. There is only room for two horse trailers at this parking area.
NEWMAN SPRINGS TRAIL SYSTEM
(Hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, horseback riding)
The Newman Springs Trail System is located 12 miles east of Park Falls on State Highway 182. The trail is six miles long with additional mileage connecting to ATV trails. The main trail has several low areas that do not make it favorable for mountain biking. However, the western edge of the trail system features rolling terrain and connects to ATV trail 105. This is a beautiful section of trail overlooking the springs. A National Forest parking fee is required. The daily fee can be paid at the trailhead. An annual sticker can be purchased at the Forest Service Office on State Highway 13 in Park Falls.
PALMQUIST FARM TRAIL
(Hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, horseback riding)
The Palmquist Farm Trail is located 12 miles east of Prentice on State Highway 8 and then north one mile on River Road. The trail is 23 miles and winds past fields, brooks and wild forest with a variety of wildlife and farm animals including cattle and Belgian draft horses. The deer variety inside the deer farm include the Sika, a small deer from East Asia; white-tailed deer, white deer, and large elk. This privately-owned facility offers a unique experience with quaint, rustic and cozy log cabin accommodations and delicious, home-cooked, family-style meals.
The trails are quieter with low traffic for people to enjoy at their own pace. In addition to the farm trails, there are rural gravel roads and other local trails to explore. The hiking and biking trails consist mostly of gently rolling terrain with some steeper man-made hills and travel through colorful fields of wildflowers, green pastures, forests, and hardwood ridges while passing numerous ponds. Most of the trails are grassy and are mowed during summer.
The horseback trails are generally easy to ride on and well suited to the beginning or intermediate horseback rider. The terrain is mostly gently rolling hills with a few steeper man-made hills. Some trails have a few shallow stream crossings, but the depth is normally not more than one to two feet. Horse owners who are interested in riding horses on the Palmquist Farm Trail, should contact the farm regarding any necessary requirements by emailing marketing@
PHILLIPS SCHOOL FOREST
(Hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing)
The Phillips School Forest is located four miles east of Phillips. Take State Highway 13 in Phillips to County H to Big Elk Road, then turn right on North Worcester Road. The school forest is on the west side of the road. Follow the access road into the parking lot; it is 1/3 mile to the trail. The trails in the school forest vary from single track to maintained wider trails. There are five very scenic loops ranging from 0.6 to 1.2 miles, three expert, one intermediate and one beginner. The trail winds through a diverse forest and an open meadow and varies from gently rolling to steep hills. The trail surface is grass and hard-packed dirt for hiking and biking.
PINE LINE / PRICE-TAYLOR RAIL TRAIL
(Hiking, biking, ATVing, UTVing, horse-back riding, snowmobiling)
The Pine Line Rail Trail is a 26.2 mile abandoned railroad grade designated for non-motorized use during the summer months and is a snowmobile/ATV/UTV trail during the winter months. ATV/UTV use may only occur when the air temperature is below 28 degrees.
The trail is surfaced with crushed gravel on the northern nine miles while the southern 17 miles has crushed granite. The northern portion of the trail runs through the terminal moraine left by the Wisconsin glacier 12,000 years ago. Hardwood forests cover the hummocks and hills. Numerous cedar swamps and bogs boast interesting wetland vegetation. The southern half of the trail is typified by picturesque Wisconsin dairy farms. The wildlife is abundant with numerous ponds and active beaver dams to be seen adjacent to the trail.
The trail is owned by Price and Taylor Counties with oversight provided by the Price-Taylor Rail Trail Commission.
Food is available at Medford, Whittlesey, Westboro, Ogema and Prentice. Camping is featured at Pioneer Park and Campground in Ogema (horses are allowed), Medford City Park, Rib Lake Village Park, and the Mondeaux Flowage Campground (eight miles west of Westboro). Grocery/Convenience Stores are found in Medford, Westboro, Ogema and Prentice. Well Water is available during the summertime at Medford City Park, Chelsea Lake County Park (1/4 mile west of trail in Chelsea), Rib Lake Village Park, and Buccaneer Park in Prentice. Flush toilets/sinks are available at Pioneer Park and Campground in Ogema located one block off the trail through the last weekend in September and Medford City Park through mid-October, weather permitting. Vault toilets are available at Chelsea Lake County Park 1/4 mile west of the trail in Chelsea.
There are no fees for trail use. Horseback riding is allowed on the trail.
ROUND LAKE TRAIL
(Hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing)
The Round Lake Trail is located 16 miles east of Field on State Highway 70, about 2 miles north on Forest Road 144 to Round Lake Dam parking area.
The trail is 9.3 miles and features rolling terrain on wide twin track ski trails. This is a very scenic trail that travels around the perimeter of Round Lake. Stay to the right as you travel on the trail. The loops to the northwest have sections of bog. The trail exits the woods east of round lake and continues on Cole’s Point road to the intersection with Forest Road 144. ATV trails are accessible from the parking lot and travel south and west towards the Smith Rapids campground and the covered bridge and north and west toward the Newman Springs ski trail area. Horseback riders should know the trail is usually quite wet except during very dry summers, but especially avoid the loops to the northeast that have sections of bog.
A National Forest parking fee is required. The daily fee can be paid at the trailhead. An annual sticker can be purchased at the Forest Service Office on State Highway 13 in Park Falls.
SMITH RAPIDS RIVER SADDLE TRAIL
(Horseback riding; hiking and biking) The park is closed from March 14 to April 30.
The 16-mile Smith Rapids Saddle Trail is an adventure waiting for you. The trail traverses flat to gently rolling terrain. Enjoy wildlife viewing and open vistas that provide tremendous views of the South Fork of the Flambeau River. The best seasons to use this trail are in the spring or in September and October when the leaves are changing and the insects are gone. Mosquitoes and flies make bug repellent essential during the summer months. The trail is well marked with reassurance markers. There are several intersections with old woods roads. Follow the markings to keep on trail. The eastern segment of the trail is stabilized in wet areas by logs lying side by side. Use caution when crossing wet areas. The saddle trail also connects with the 70-mile Flambeau Multiple Use Trail system. The motorized trail is predominantly used by motorized traffic but also gets its share of horseback riding enthusiasts.
This trail is perfect for the beginning or intermediate rider. The Smith Rapids Campground is located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest near the Smith Rapids Saddle Trail trailhead and has 11 equestrian-friendly, rustic campsites. For dispersed camping, the basic rules are: must be 100 feet away from any perennial body of water, road, or trail and stays are limited to 21 days; contact the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest office in Park Falls at 715-762-2461 for details.
At times the grass can get quite tall on the trail and it may be difficult to hike and bike.
From the intersection of State Highways 13 and 70 in Fifield, drive east 12.5 miles on Highway 70 to Forest Road (FR) 148. Turn left (north) and continue on FR 148 1.8 miles to the campground road. Turn left (west) and continue to the trailhead. From the intersection of State Highway 70 and 51 in Minocqua, drive west 25 miles to FR 148. Turn right (north) and continue on FR 148 1.8 miles to the campground road. Turn left (west) and continue to the trailhead.
SOLBERG LAKE TRAILS
(Hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, horseback riding)
The Solberg Lake Trails are located one mile east of Fifield on State Highway 70, about 8 miles south on Hick’s Landing Road. There are 16.2 miles of trail with 4.3 miles of groomed ski and snowshoe trails. The trail is scenic and passes through both pine and aspen timber. The trail surface is grass. There are no significant wet areas that would be a hindrance to horseback riding. There are parking areas located on Old 13 road, Solberg Lake County Park and Campground and on Hicks landing road. Travel north of Phillips on Old Hwy 13, turn right on West Solberg Lake road, then turn left on Hick’s Landing Road, and travel one mile north to the parking area on the right side of the road.
SOLBERG ATV TRAIL
(Hiking, biking, horseback riding, ATVing, UTVing, off-road motorcycles, snowshoeing)
The Solberg Trail is located northeast of Phillips on the Price County Forest and the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.
The trail is a total of 9.5 miles long including trail riding and road routes and connects to the Flambeau Trail System and Sailor Lake Campground located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The trail has a graveled surface, crosses numerous wooden boardwalks and meanders through a variety of different forest types.
The south parking area is located northeast of Phillips off Solberg Lake Road. Use of the Price County parking area is free. From State Highway 13 north of Phillips, turn east on Old Highway 13, drive about one mile, turn right onto Squaw Creek Road, then turn left on East Solberg Lake Road and continue to the parking lot. Or from State Highway 13 in downtown Phillips, turn east on County H and travel about 2 miles to East Solberg Lake Road traveling north about 4 miles to the parking lot. The parking area has an unloading/loading ramp and ample room for parking. There are no amenities at this parking area; however, there are businesses within walking distance. Directly across from the parking area is the East Solberg Lake boat landing/picnic area. The north parking area is located at Sailor Lake Campground and Picnic Area (parking pass required). Traveling east on State Highway 70 from Fifield, turn south on Sailor Lake Road and continue to the parking area. Amenities include an unloading/loading ramp, drinking water, vaulted toilets, picnic shelter, boat landing, and 25-unit campground. The Chequamegon–Nicolet National Forest requires a daily parking pass that can be purchased at the parking area; or an annual sticker can be purchased at the forestry office.
STANDISH PRICE NATURE TRAIL
(Hiking)
The Standish Price Nature Trail is located in Southeast Price County at Holiday Hills Campground. The trail is a unique educational resource designed for those interested in edible wild plants as well as more general plant identification, ecology, and field botany. With 118 stops featuring 110 species, this is one of the largest interpretive trails in the United States (in terms of the number of species covered and the amount of interpretive text accompanying the trail). It is also, as far as we know, the only such trail that focuses on edible wild plants (featuring 71 species). Fee required.
TIMM’S HILL NATIONAL TRAIL
(Hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, horseback riding)
Timm’s Hill National Trail is located three miles east of Ogema on State Highway 86. South on County Highway C, one mile to intersection with Rustic Road, left to Timm’s Hill County Park.
The Timm’s Hill National Trail is a 10 mile non-motorized trail connecting the Ice Age National Scenic Trail to Timm’s Hill, with an elevation of 1,951.5 feet, which is the highest natural point in Wisconsin.
This is a shared use trail used by bikers and hikers. The trail consists of a narrow single track over rolling terrain. There are some steep hills on this trail. The trail climbs to the lookout tower at the top of Timm’s Hill, the highest point in Wisconsin.
TUSCOBIA STATE TRAIL
(Hiking, biking, ATVing and UTVing, horseback riding, snowmobiling).
The Tuscobia State Trail is an abandoned railroad grade that runs from Park Falls to Rice Lake. ATVs and UTVs are welcome on specific sections of the trail during specific times of the year.
Off-road motorcycles are not allowed on the trail. Motorized vehicles are not allowed on the trail from Birchwood west to Rice Lake; this section of trail is for non-motorized use as it is shared with the Ice Age Trail. Traveling along the trail you will encounter a variety of scenery from wooded sections to open farmland.
The Tuscobia Trailhead County Park is a good starting point with ample 24-hour parking, unloading / loading ramp, maps, a picnic pavilion, play area, grills, and a flush toilet building that is open from middle Spring to middle Fall. The park is located off State Highway 13 west on County Road E about 1/4 mile to Park Road then north 1/4 mile to the park. There is also trail access from downtown Park Falls and from Smith Lake County Park and Campground west of Park Falls on County E. For non-campers the day-use hours are 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
The park and campground provide ample parking, unloading/loading ramp, pavilion, vaulted toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, electricity, plus pressure water and a shower building which are operable middle April thru middle October weather permitting. From the park and campground access the trail via Omaha Road; it is about one mile from the park to the trail.
Along the trail you will find services including lodging, camping, gas and restaurants. This trail connects to the Flambeau River State Forest Trail, Flambeau Trail System, and allows access to the city of Park Falls. For more information, visit tuscobiatrail.com.
WINTERGREEN TRAIL
(Hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, horseback riding)
The Wintergreen Trail is located four miles east of Fifield on State Highway 70. This scenic, wide twin track trail has hilly, rolling terrain and passes through a diverse forest of pine, aspen, birch, balsam fir, and northern hardwoods. The “A” loop crosses a bog and is not recommended for biking. Loop “B” and “C” are excellent for biking. On the northeast edge of loop “C” a short single track connects to ATV trails. Loop “D” is very hilly with steep ascents and descents. ATV trails are also located south and east of the Wintergreen Trail parking lot.
There is a shelter at the trailhead on State Highway 70. A National Forest parking fee is required. The daily fee can be paid at the trailhead. An annual sticker can be purchased at the Forest Service Office on State Highway 13 in Park Falls.
WINTERGREEN TRAILHEAD
From Fifield, drive east 7.5 miles on State Highway 70 to the trailhead which is on the left (north) side of the road. There is a fee for parking at the trailhead.
WISCONSIN CONCRETE PARK NATURE TRAIL
(Hiking, snowshoeing)
This 1/2-mile trail winds through a northern hardwood forest and a pine plantation. There are interpretive signs describing various aspects of the ecosystems such as “The Peeper Pond” and “Wildlife Trees.” Access points are adjacent to the Budweiser Clydesdale Team in the east garden and the Barbecue in the south garden. The trail is hard-pack gravel about 5 feet wide (wheelchair accessible at a difficult level).