NATIONAL TREASURESChequamegon/Nicolet National ForestThe Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest coversmore than 1.5 million acres <strong>of</strong> <strong>Wisconsin</strong>’sNorthwoods. The Chequamegon portion coversabout 858,400 acres in Ashland, Bayfield,Sawyer, Price, Taylor and Vilas counties while theNicolet section blankets nearly 661,400 acres inFlorence, Forest, Langlade, Oconto, Oneida andVilas counties.Hunting opportunities for big game, uplandgame birds, waterfowl and small game existacross the entire forest. Fishing for trout andother game fish is available in all <strong>of</strong> the 600fishable lakes and 1200 miles <strong>of</strong> fishablestreams. Bird watching, fantastic fall colors,and chance encounters with rarespecies <strong>of</strong> plant and animal life await discoveryby nature enthusiasts <strong>of</strong> all kinds.For those who enjoy camping and hiking,the Chequamegon-Nicolet NationalForest is home to 51 campgrounds and800 miles <strong>of</strong> hiking trails. For thoseseeking particularly peaceful and quietplaces, the forest contains five designatedwilderness areas and several semi-primitive nonmotorizedareas. If you don’t mind a little noise, motorized recreation is also availableNorthCountryTrailChequamegonNational ForestIce AgeNationalScenic Trail48 Find more fun at travelwisconsin.com or call 1-800/432-8747.with approximately 300 miles <strong>of</strong> designated trail winding through thediverse landscape.Highlighted by its unique forest landscapes and abundant wetlands, theChequamegon-Nicolet is a hiker's paradise. Don't like to hike? The sametrails may also be used in the winter by cross-country skiers, andshared in the summer with mountain bikers and horsebackriders. If you’d rather not venture outside,try a scenic auto tour.NicoletNationalForestDAVID HERRICKFOR MORE INFORMATION:Chequamegon-Nicolet NationalForest Headquarters Offices500 Hanson Lake RdRhinelander, WI 54501715/362-1300www.fs.usda.gov/cnnfProtect the trees where you live,play and camp. Don’t transportfirewood. Insects and diseasesthat kill trees can hitchhike infirewood. Don’t give them a freeride. Get your firewood where youwill use it.Ice Age NationalScenicTrailMore than 12,000 years ago,an immense flow <strong>of</strong> glacial icesculpted a landscape <strong>of</strong>remarkable beauty across<strong>Wisconsin</strong>. As the colossal glacierretreated, it left behind avariety <strong>of</strong> unique landscape features.These Ice Age remnantsare now considered among theworld’s finest examples <strong>of</strong> howcontinental glaciation sculptsour planet.The Ice Age National ScenicTrail is a thousand-mile footpath– entirely within <strong>Wisconsin</strong>– that highlights these Ice Agelandscape features while providingaccess to some <strong>of</strong> thestate’s most beautiful naturalareas.FOR MORE INFORMATION:Ice Age Trail Alliance2110 Main StCross Plains, WI 53528800/227-0046iceagetrail.orgNorth Country TrailThe North Country Trailmeanders nearly 4,600 milesthrough America’s northernheartlands. The trail spansseven states from New York toNorth Dakota. <strong>Wisconsin</strong> laysclaim to the highest percentage<strong>of</strong> completed trail and thelongest continuous stretch <strong>of</strong>trail. The <strong>Wisconsin</strong> segment<strong>of</strong>fers hikers spectacular waterfalls,varied terrain, long vistas,and the ancient PenokeeMountain Range.FOR MORE INFORMATION:North Country Trail Association229 E Main StLowell, MI 49331616/897-5987, 866/445-3628northcountrytrail.org/trail/states/wisconsin/
Great River Road National Scenic BywayPrescott103535DiamondBluffHagerCity63BayCity63MaidenRockStockholmPepinNelsonAlmaBuffaloCitySt. Croix National Scenic RiverwayIf clean rushing waters and lush green landscapeswith nary a hint <strong>of</strong> human presence describes the sort <strong>of</strong>setting you search out to feed your soul, then a trip tothe St. Croix National Scenic Riverway in northwest<strong>Wisconsin</strong> is surely in your future. The spring-fed St.Croix River and its feeder river, the Namekagon, <strong>of</strong>fer255 miles <strong>of</strong> park paradise for those who love canoeing,tubing, camping at primitive sites, hiking,wildlife watching, boating andfishing. A 360-degree view along thisriverway might well include distinctivestone bluffs, emerald valleys andhistoric towns.In winter, the St. Croix NationalScenic Riverway is transformed by mercurydrops and the inevitable blanket <strong>of</strong> snow, alure for snowmobilers who follow the trailsthat cross the river connecting <strong>Wisconsin</strong> to Minnesota.Under human power, cross country skiers can glide alongthe Trego Lake Ski Trail or the Sandrock Cliff Trail.Snowshoes allow the wearer to travel most anywheresnow exists in this national treasure.FOR MORE INFORMATION:St. Croix National Scenic Riverway401 N Hamilton StSt. Croix Falls, WI 54024715/483-2274www.nps.gov/sacn/9472103595CochraneFountainCity35PerrotState ParkThe <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Great River Road, <strong>Wisconsin</strong>’s only designated NationalScenic Byway, <strong>of</strong>fers history, bluff-top views, outstanding trails andcharming river towns.The <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Great River Road parallels the Mississippi River for 250miles from Prescott in the north to Kieler in the south. Along the way, you’llexperience some <strong>of</strong> the most incredible scenery in the Midwest and 33unique communities, some <strong>of</strong> which are the oldest in <strong>Wisconsin</strong>.You’ll find hiking, bicycling, fishing, boating and paddling in thenumerous recreational areas along the byway. Nearly two-thirds <strong>of</strong> the<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Great River Road passes along or through protected naturalareas, providing endless birdwatching opportunities.Historical markers, museums and visitor centers tell the story <strong>of</strong> the<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Great River Road and the people who live and work along theMississippi River. Scenic overlooks along the <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Great River Roadare some <strong>of</strong> the best places in North America to see bald eagles.For an unforgettable family road trip, a great getaway, or a weeklongvacation, explore the <strong>Wisconsin</strong> Great River Road.9393CentervilleTrempealeauHolmenMidwayOnalaskaWyalusingState Park94La CrosseStoddardGenoaVictoryDe SotoPrairiedu ChienNelson DeweyState Park546114358256FerryvilleLynxvilleWyalusingBagleyGlen Haven13390271235Cassville271336118819061217114608233PotosiTennyson1519454FOR MORE INFORMATION:<strong>Wisconsin</strong> Great River Road410 Veterans Memorial DrLa Crosse, WI 54601800/658-9424wigrr.com8080DickeyvilleKeiler94908011218112RJ & LINDA MILLERFind more fun at travelwisconsin.com or call 1-800/432-8747. 49
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