Hiking

Highlighted by its unique forest landscapes and abundant wetlands, the Chequamegon-Nicolet is a hiker's paradise. Don't like to hike? The same trails may also be used in the winter by cross-country skiers and shared in the summer with mountain bikers and horseback riders. If you'd rather not venture outside, try a scenic auto tour. 

Backpacking

Backpacking on the Chequamegon-Nicolet is wonderful from late spring through the first snowfall. You can enjoy single- or multi-day adventures in the forest's five wilderness areas or more than 800 miles of trails.

Explore sites below or check out Maps and Guides for maps of trails available for hunting, hiking, and walking.

Day Hikes

Choose from over 800 miles of trails and enjoy the outdoors for a day.

Explore sites below or check out Maps and Guides for maps of trails available for hunting, hiking, and walking.

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Recreation Opportunities

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Long Lake Recreation Area

The Long Lake Recreation Area features two picnic areas and a swim beach with buoys on 32-acre Long Lake, a clear-water lake just west of Washburn on Forest Road 251.There is a large picnic area…

Lost Lake Cabins

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Eight rustic cabins are available to rent in a remote forested setting near the Lost Lake Campground. These cabins are located in a group setting and can provide a quiet get-away for an individual,…

Lost Lake Recreation Area

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If you are looking for a base camp to explore area trails or a rustic campground with a family atmosphere, try the Lost Lake Recreation Area off highway 70 west of Florence.The Lost Lake Recreation…

Luna - White Deer Lake Recreation Area

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If you want to be on not one, but two lakes, and get away from motors and developed shorelines and you like to swim and fish for trout and bass, try Luna-White Deer Lake Recreation Area off Highway…

Morgan Falls St. Peter's Dome Recreation Area

This recreation area features two popular trails - one leading to the 70-foot-high Morgan Falls and the other to a scenic overlook at the top of St. Peter's Dome.The trail to Morgan Falls features an…

Morgan Lake Recreation Area

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Whether you prefer to camp by yourself or with a group, try Morgan Lake Recreation Area for a variety of facilities for your camping pleasure off Highway 139 southeast of Long Lake.The Morgan Lake…

Mountain Fire Lookout Tower

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The Mountain Fire Lookout Tower was built in 1935 by the Forest Service and the Civilian Conservation Corps. It was once a part of an extensive lookout tower network in the former Nicolet National…

Namekagon Lake Recreation Area

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Namekagon Lake Recreation Area is a family-friendly campground that runs alongside its namesake lake at the headwaters of the Namekagon River. It is surrounded by a hardwood and hemlock forest. All…

Newman Lake Recreation Area

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The Newman Lake Recreation Area features a picnic area, swim beach and a boat landing on 90 acre Newman LakeThere is a large picnic area with a designated swim beach located on the east side of the…

Perch Lake Recreation Area

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This quaint campground is a family favorite. Located approximately 5.5 miles north of Drummond on Forest Road 223 (Delta Drummond Road), there are 16 campsites. Each site includes a defined parking…