Ride safely - Wisconsin Department of Tourism
Ride safely - Wisconsin Department of Tourism
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Cattail<br />
State Trail<br />
8JUST THE FACTS<br />
DISTANCE: Nearly 18 miles one-way<br />
from Amery to Almena.<br />
DIFFICULTY: Easy.<br />
TRAILHEAD LOCATION(S): The trailhead<br />
in Amery is near Hwy 46 and the<br />
Apple River. Trail access also is available in<br />
Turtle Lake at Railway Park, and in Almena<br />
at the Barron County Picnic Area.<br />
SEASON: Open year round.<br />
OTHER TRAILS IN THIS REGION:<br />
Gandy Dancer State Trail, Wild Rivers State<br />
Trail, Tuscobia State Trail.<br />
NOTE: The trail crosses several roads,<br />
including major highways. Use caution<br />
when crossing roadways.<br />
CAUTION: Trail is open to other outdoor<br />
enthusiasts. Please use caution and good<br />
trail etiquette to ensure the enjoyment and<br />
safety <strong>of</strong> all trail users.<br />
FEES: None.<br />
AREA ATTRACTIONS: St. Croix Casino<br />
and Hotel, and the Lake Country Dairy in<br />
Turtle Lake.<br />
LEGEND: For a complete listing <strong>of</strong> all<br />
icons, see page 4.<br />
FOR MORE INFORMATION:<br />
Barron County Forestry <strong>Department</strong><br />
715/537-6295<br />
www.co.barron.wi.us<br />
Polk County Parks & Recreation<br />
<strong>Department</strong><br />
715/485-9272<br />
www.co.polk.wi.us<br />
POLK & BARRON COUNTIES<br />
Just an hour’s drive from the Twin<br />
Cities, the Cattail State Trail is one <strong>of</strong><br />
the most popular ATV destinations in<br />
northwestern <strong>Wisconsin</strong>.<br />
Developed on a former railroad grade,<br />
the 18-mile Cattail State<br />
Trail meanders through<br />
some <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong>’s<br />
most picturesque<br />
forests and farmlands.<br />
The trail passes through<br />
Turtle Lake as it connects<br />
Amery in Polk County with<br />
Almena in Barron County.<br />
The Cattail is a prime example <strong>of</strong> a<br />
multi-use trail that’s enjoyed by many outdoor<br />
recreational enthusiasts. Open year<br />
round for ATVing, other trail uses include<br />
hiking, mountain biking, wildlife viewing,<br />
horseback riding and snowmobiling. Offroad<br />
motorcycles are allowed on the trail<br />
year-round in Polk County only. As a<br />
multi-use trail, the Cattail may bring a<br />
number <strong>of</strong> different users to the trail at the<br />
same time. Consequently, it’s important to<br />
use good trail etiquette to ensure the<br />
enjoyment and safety <strong>of</strong> all trail users.<br />
ATV riders can access the trail in Amery,<br />
Turtle Lake or Almena. The ride is relatively<br />
short and can be easily completed in a single<br />
day. Lodging is available in each town.<br />
Whether it’s a one-day trip or a full weekend,<br />
the easy round trip ride allows plenty <strong>of</strong><br />
time to take in as much as possible.<br />
FRITZ ALBERT<br />
H<br />
Apple River<br />
Brook<br />
Beaver<br />
F<br />
F<br />
Amery<br />
F<br />
J<br />
46<br />
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