Snowmobile and Winter ATV Trails:

Douglas County’s snowmobile and winter ATV trail system is made up of nearly 400 miles of trails consisting of the Brule River State Forest Snowmobile Trails, a portion of the Tri County Corridor as well as a large assortment of trails managed by the Douglas County Forestry Department (including some portions of the Wild Rivers Trail, Saunder’s Grade and Gandy Dancer Trail).  The trail system is groomed and maintained primarily by volunteers from local recreational clubs.  Many Superior and Douglas County area businesses are accessible by snowmobile or ATV for your lodging, food, fuel or supply needs. 

Snowmobile and Winter ATV maps are available by calling 715-392-2773 or 800-942-5313, or emailing vacation@superiorchamber.org

To find local licensing agents or for more information regarding licensing contact the WI Department of Natural Resources 1-888-936-7463 or check out their website http://dnr.wi.gov/

Throughout the season, a detailed recording of updated trail information can be heard by calling (715)-378-4528.  For further information or questions please contact the Douglas County Forestry Dept. at (715) 378-2219 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:40 p.m.

Please always stay on the marked trails, be mindful of closures & respectful of property owners and be aware of logging operations in the area or signs of open water.

Cross Country skiing and snowshoeing:

After-hours Cross Country Ski Trail/Brule River State Forest- The trails range from beginner to advanced with some trails providing breathtaking vistas of the Bois Brule River.  Parking for the After-hours ski trails, a heated shelter and restrooms are available at the trailhead compliments of the State Forest and the Brule Valley Ski Club.  Wisconsin ski trail passes are required.  Daily passes are $4 and annual passes are $20.

Cross Country Skiing Trails in the Superior Municipal Forest:  Please call 715-395-7299 to hear a recording with the updated conditions.  Annual passes ($25 city resident, $30 non-city resident) and day passes ($5 city and non-city resident) can be purchased Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm at the Parks & Recreation office located at 1316 N. 14^th St. (2^nd floor).

Douglas County Ski Trails:  Over ten miles of groomed trails provide skiers with unheralded views and abundant photographic opportunities along the historic St. Croix River and tranquil pine forests.     

Pattison State Park- Pattison State Park maintains 4.3 miles of cross-country ski trails,  ranging in difficulty from beginner to moderate. Three linked loops begin at the campground.  Please call (715) 399-3111 for additional information.

Amnicon Falls Snowshoe Report – The State Park maintains snowshoe trails with a beautiful backdrop of the Amnicon River and the Amnicon Falls, for additional information please call (715) 398-3000.

Downhill Skiing, Snowboarding and Tubing at Mont du Lac: Mont du Lac has 7 runs open with good skiing.  Open Tuesday through Sunday afternoon; closed on Sunday evenings and all day Monday.  It is unknown if the tubing hill will be ready after the recent warm weather, I would suggest calling to check before heading over there.  Typically the tubing area is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, hours vary, please call ahead for times or any changes in hours and conditions 218-626-3797. 

Ice Fishing

The early and steady cold temperatures as well as small amounts of snow in the beginning gave the ice a great start for ice fishing.  Please check with area businesses for tips on recent ice conditions.  The ice has been thick but still be very aware of springs or moving water that are likely more active as we enter the end of the season and things start to melt, causing some areas to be unpredictable.   Also, keep in mind if traveling out on the ice; there is little to no snow left out on the lakes it will be slippery, plan accordingly. 

Many anglers are taking advantage of the wonderful ice fishing our many lakes and rivers offer.  They are catching Walleye & Perch on inland lakes in some of the more southern parts of Douglas County, Walleye and Crappie in Lake Nebagamon and Crappie and Northern on Lake Amnicon.

Please remember with ice fishing or any other winter activity that takes you out on the ice to use caution regardless of the recent cold temperatures. Know the ice your on and always be aware of the ice thickness as well as any changes in ice conditions. Ice is unpredictable due to moving water from springs, inlets and outlets, which may cause the ice to be thinner in some spots.  Recommended minimum ice thickness for foot travel is 4 inches, 6 inches or more for a snowmobile or ATV, 8-12 inches for small cars or light trucks and at least 12-15 inches for midsize cars or trucks.

Outdoor Municipal Skating Rinks- The municipal ice skating rinks have reopened and regular hours have resumed.  Warming houses are open and staffed Monday through Friday 4p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.  Each rink is closed one day a week for flooding, please check with individual rinks for flooding schedule.  As the days warm up, you may want to call the recorded hotline at 395-7299 to be sure the rinks are open.

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