Langlade County has over 106 miles of ATV/UTV trails with four main trails connected through various road routes. The ATV/UTV trails in Langlade County are open with weather permitting after May 1st and close on December 1st.  ATV/UTV trail conditions can be viewed by clicking here.

Langlade County ATV/UTV Trail Map
 

• State Highway 45, 45, 52, 55, and 64,
• County Highway A from US Highway 45 to County Highway TT by Lil Hummer's Hideaway,
• County Highway S from State Highway 47 to County Highway A,
• County Highway TT from County Highway A to County Highway T,
• County Highway K from US Highway 45 to County Highway U, and
• County Highway H from Five Cent Fire Lane to River Road.

• NOTE: All ATV/UTV operators under the age of 18 are required to wear a minimum DOT standard ATV or motorcycle helmet. Bicycle helmets do not meet this requirement.

Jack Lake Mountain Bike Trail at Veteran's Memorial Park offers approximately 12 miles of fast and flowing single and double track mountain biking trails. Whether you're a first-time biker or longtime shredder, these trails have something for everyone. The trail weaves its course through changing scenery of northern hardwood, aspen, and conifer forest types. The trail also meanders along three undeveloped glacier lakes, wetlands, and bogs.

Location/Length: The trail is approximately 12 miles in length. The trailhead is located within Langlade County's Veteran's Memorial Park 15 miles north of Antigo. Once in the park, the trailhead is located in the southwest corner of the parking lot before entering the campgrounds.

Jack Lake Mountain Bike Trail Map

The City of Antigo Disc Golf Course is a 18-hole disc golf course. The course offers a good mix of fairways, from short & tight to wide open. The course is good for beginners, while giving more experienced players a good challenge.

There are two course entry points:
Dead end of Virginia Street-Parking in the cul-de-sac.
* Closest Distance Access
Walk the Boardwalk starting on the North end of Second Avenue-Parking in the Little League Parking Lot
* Scenic View Access.

Course Rules:
Respect walkers and bikers they have the right-of-way when they are crossing the course. Dispose of trash in the provided waste containers. Have Fun!!

The City of Antigo 18-Hole Disc Golf Course was funded through donations from local businesses.

Course Map

The Antigo Farmers' Market is open on Saturdays June through the end of September from 8 am to noon at the Heinzen Pavilion at Peaceful Valley Park. The Antigo Farmers’ Market is a local food market. All produce displayed for sale is produced locally by the vendor who sells them. Local has been defined within 50 miles drive of the market.  Shopping at Antigo Farmers’ Market is a great way to get local in-season food, and to make connections with the people who grow it. It's a great place to shop and get local fresh and flavorful produce!
 

With 841 natural lakes, 225 streams and 200 spring ponds, Langlade County provides unlimited fishing opportunities from panfish to musky. Many of the lakes have public launch access. However, most County lakes are small (less than 100 acres) and are located in remote forest settings. The nearly 400 miles of trout streams support excellent populations of brook, brown, and rainbow trout.

Eastern Langlade County is also home to one of the finest trout streams in the Midwest. The Wolf River offers excellent dry-fly fishing, especially in May and June, with good catches into autumn. The famed trout waters occur in a 40-mile section between Highway T, south to Highway M, and are divided into 10 public access points. This section of the river has a steep gradient creating numerous complex rapids and should only be navigated by experienced anglers. From Post Lake Dam to Highway T, the river is slow moving and is easy to float with a canoe. Anglers will find good populations of northern pike, walleye, bass, and musky.

Langlade County Fishing Reports

Langlade County Lake Information

Top Fishing Spots with Kids and Disabled in Langlade County
 

• Location: Municipal park south of Second Avenue, five blocks east of Highway 45 in the city of Antigo.
• Amenities: Fishing piers, camping, picnic area, restrooms, playground, boardwalk, walking trails, and ball fields.
• Fish: Bluegill, pumpkinseed, perch, crappie, largemouth bass, northern pike, and brook trout.

• Location: Lions Club Park at the junction of Highway 45 and Highway C in Deerbrook; 5 miles north of Antigo.
• Amenities: Disabled accessible fishing platform, picnic area, shelter, and restrooms.
• Fish: Brook trout, creek chubs, and suckers.

• Location: County park at the end of County Road J, 2 miles east of Highway 45, 12 miles north of Antigo
• Amenities: Disabled accessible fishing pier, camping, picnic area, shelter, swimming beach, restrooms, playground, and boat launch.
• Fish: Bluegill, pumpkinseed, perch, crappie, bullhead, suckers, largemouth bass, northern pike, and rainbow trout.

• Location: boat launch and accessible fishing pier is located off of South Park Road off of County Highway S.
• Amenities: shoreline fishing with pier, boat landing, grills, picnic tables, and toilets. 
• Fish: largemouth bass, bluegill, trout, and northern pike.

• Location: County property at the junction of Highway 45 and Parkway Lane .5 miles north of Elcho. Turn west on Parkway Lane at the north end of the lake to enter the parking area.
• Amenities: A fishing platform with shoreline fishing access on Otter Lake, picnic area, restrooms, and boat launch.
• Fish: Bluegill, pumpkinseed, perch, crappie, rock bass, bullhead, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike, and suckers.

• Location: County forest property on Pence Lake Road; .5 miles north of County Highway A, 6 miles northeast of Neva.
• Amenities: A fishing platform with shoreline fishing access, picnic area, restrooms, and boat launch.
• Fish: Brown trout, bluegill, perch, crappie, and bullhead.

• Location: Municipal park at the corner of First Avenue and North Hogan Street in the city of Antigo.
• Amenities: Shoreline fishing with disabled fishing pier, picnic area, and canoe launch.
• Fish: Stocked with brook trout and rainbow trout.

• Location: DNR property 10 miles northeast of Antigo on the north side of County Road A (3 miles north of County Road O junction).
• Amenities: Disabled accessible fishing platform
• Fish: Brook trout, rainbow trout, perch, and bullhead.

• Location: County forest property on County Road T, 6 miles west of Summit Lake.
• Amenities: Shoreline fishing access, picnic area, and canoe launch.
• Fish: Rainbow trout, bluegill, and largemouth bass.

• Location: Municipal park on County Road M on the north side of the village of White Lake, 1.5 miles south of Highway 64.
• Amenities: Disabled accessible fishing pier, picnic area, shelter, restrooms, boat launch, and public swimming beach.
• Fish: Bluegill, pumpkinseed, rock bass, perch, crappie, bullhead, suckers, largemouth bass, northern pike, and walleye.

• Location: On Clear Lake Road. .25 miles south of County Road K in Post Lake (5 miles east of Elcho).
• Amenities: Disabled accessible fishing platform, shoreline fishing access on the Wolf River downstream from Post Lake dam.
• Fish: Bluegill, pumpkinseed, perch, crappie, bullhead, rock bass, bullhead, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, suckers, northern pike, muskellunge, redhorse, and walleye.
• Important Notice for Post Lake Dam Fishing: From April 1 through May 31 there is a fish refuge from the Post Lake dam downstream 75 feet. No fishing is allowed in the refuge during this time period. The fishing platform is not in this refuge area. Also, gamefish (walleye, northern pike, trout) season opens the first Saturday of May. Muskellunge season opens the Saturday before Memorial Day. Bass harvest season opens the third Saturday in June. The Wolf River upstream from the Shawano paper mill dam is not open to year around fishing for gamefish. Panfish (bluegill, crappie, perch, rock bass, bullhead, etc.) may be fished year around in the Wolf River below the fish refuge.

• Antigo Country Store-715 Superior Street (Highway 45), Antigo
• BP South-335 Superior Street (Highway 45), Antigo
• BP Travel Center-2120 Neva Road (Highway 45 North), Antigo
• DNR Antigo Service Center-223 E Steinfest Rd, Antigo (Monday & Friday only 11 am - 2 pm)
• Elcho Shell- N1121 State Rd 45, Elcho
• Mills Fleet Farm-2511 Neva Road (Hwy 45 North), Antigo

Located four miles west of Antigo WI, in a setting bordering the junction of two branches of the Eau Claire River, sits x to C Riverview Golf Course. This nine-hole, par 36 layout plays to 2,494 yards from the forward tees to as long as 3,202 yards from the back. Players of all ability levels will be treated to a fair and challenging experience. They will enjoy a scenic journey around the variety of holes, typical of Northern Wisconsin. Tee shots will be driven into fairways of varying widths, while approach shots will be targeted to some greens that are quite flat and others with appreciable slope. There are only a few bunkers, but water hazards are plentiful. Elevation changes are almost non-existent, resulting in the course being easy to walk.

The City of Antigo has a walking trail. This two-plus-mile trail is 10-foot-wide and is constructed out of a combination of asphalt, boardwalk, and wood-chip paths along Antigo Lake and Spring Brook before meandering through forests.  The trail has 420' of low-level boardwalk and 1,800 of raised boardwalk along Spring Brook waterway.  There are four overlooks and two bridges constructed with funds and labor provided by Inland Lakes, City of Antigo, and Antigo Rotary Club. The Springbrook Trail is cleared during the winter, so take advantage of the paved trail to walk, run, and enjoy our community. 

The trailhead is on Fourth Avenue in Antigo, east of Hwy 45. You can also access the trail off Virginia Street, north of Hwy 64/Fifth Avenue, or park behind North Elementary school. Click here to view trail amenities.

Springbrook Trail Map

The trails are 24-miles of primarily forest roads that have been widened, mowed, and maintained annually.  The area is primarily aspen forests with intermixed hardwood ridges and swamps. This block of county forest is focused on creating an ideal habitat for whitetail deer, ruffed grouse, American woodcock, and other "young forest" wildlife species.  Accessible off of County Highway T, Jack Lake Firelane, Camp 23 Road, and Stevens Springs Grade.

Hunter Walking Trail Brochure with Map

Langlade County boasts over 50 miles of the thousand-mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail, divided into five segments: 9.5 miles Kettlebowl, 12 miles Lumbercamp, 12 miles Summit Moraine, 8 miles Highland Lakes and 12 miles Parrish Hills. The Kettlebowl and Highland Lakes Segments each have over 4 miles of connecting links over town roads.  For more information on these Langlade County segments and user information, click here.

Looking for another option to enjoy the great outdoors?  Check out the trails of the Noboken School Forest!  The Noboken School Forest is a 168-acre site that is open to the public. The Unified School District of Antigo registered the property as a school forest in 1931. Noboken School Forest has several different habitat types including a tamarack swamp, a small pond, and a 27-acre lake, Noboken Lake.  Noboken School Forest is located 12-miles north of Antigo off of State Hwy. 45 on County Highway J to the east (the road that goes to Jake Lake/Veterans Memorial Park). Travel 1⁄2 mile on Hwy J and turn right at the gated logging road (about 1⁄4 mile after the power lines). There is a sign at the gate that says, “Antigo School Forest Education Shelter”.

Noboken School Forest Hiking Map

The Wolf River State Trail offers 33.4 miles of trail to hike from White Lake to Lake Metonga in Forest County along the former Wisconsin Central railroad corridor. The Wolf River State Trail is non-motorized in summer from White Lake to Lily, but please be aware that from Lily to Lake Metonga the trail is a multi-use trail. ATVers are allowed on the Wolf River State Trail from Lily to Lake Metonga.  During the winter season, snowmobiles are allowed on the trail from White Lake to Lake Metonga.  

Wolf River State Trail Map - Non-Motorized Section
Wisconsin DNR Public Access Lands Atlas

The Crocker Hills Horse and Dog Sled Trail System is located on Langlade County property and private property east of Antigo off Fraley Road. It is approximately 15.3 miles in length and offers a variety of trails and scenic beauty. The horse trail is located between Norway Lake and Evergreen Creek. In the north western portion of the trail steep hills and valleys afford the rider beautiful vistas of the northern hardwood complex. The trail facilities include a parking/primitive camping area and a pit toilet bathroom at the trail head west of Fraley road. There is also water that can be obtained there by a hand-pump. An open-air shelter is also located at the trailhead and has several picnic tables on site.

Crocker Hills Trail Map

Experience the North Woods of Wisconsin by horseback. 45 minute deep woods trail rides are available at 10:00, 12:00, 2:00 and 4:00. 7 days a week by reservation. Highway 45 Riding Stables has been providing the Wisconsin north woods with a unique offering of riding experiences for over 25 years. Besides trail riding, we also offer children's pony rides, beginner horseback riding lessons, day camp, overnight camps for girls, family gatherings, birthday parties, romantic horseback picnics or boarding...we offer a personal touch to every experience. So stop on in, we'd love to get to know you.

 

NOTE: The Popple Ridge Horseback Riding Trail is closed due to the July 19, 2019 storm damage.  There has been no update from the Forest Service on an anticipated opening date.  For more information on Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest 2019 Storm Damage, click here.  

The Popple Ridge Trail is located in the eastern end of Langlade County off Hwy 55. The trail is located in the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest. Located 4 miles north of the intersection of Hwys 64 and 55, turn east on Sawyer Lake Road, go 5 miles to Setting Lake Road, go South 3 miles to camp area. There is approximately 25 miles of trails with a variety of different terrains to choose from. This trail is managed by the Triple R Riding Club along with other volunteers. There is also access near Nine Mile Resort off of Hwy 55.

The trail is marked throughout by horseshoe signs and "You Are Here" signs at major intersections.

The trail passes through the Silver Birch horse-riding trail system, with beautiful scenery of forests, ponds, rivers & lakes.

At this time there is a primitive camping area. There is water near the camp at a small stream on Setting Lake Road if you need it.

Popple Ridge Trail Map

Whether you carry a shotgun, rifle or bow, and with over 130,000 acres of territory open for public hunting you will find unlimited opportunities in Langlade County’s diverse forests and watersheds. Wildlife available to hunt include deer and bear, ruffed grouse & woodcock, squirrel, rabbit, turkey and waterfowl. Predator hunting is also a big sport in Langlade County. Hunting, as well as many other non-motorized activities, is allowed on all county lands entered into the County Forest Crop Law, private and industrial lands entered into the Forest Crop Law or Managed Forest Lands Law and designated State of Wisconsin lands.

These lands can be accessed from any road found on the official County Road Map. Access beyond these official roads, by motorized vehicle, is a matter of rules and policies approved by each entity. The many roads that bisect these lands are open to foot access and some are open to motorized access (see chart below Tree Stands section).

Tree Stands
No person shall construct, cause to be constructed, use or occupy any permanent elevated scaffold or other permanent elevated device, commonly referred to as a tree stand, on any lands owned or under the control of Langlade County. Portable tree stands may be used, provided that they are erected after September 1 and completely removed no later than one week following the close of late archery season, such portable tree stands are not in any manner bolted, nailed or screwed to the tree and such portable tree stands cause no permanent damage to the trees in which they are placed. The use of nails, screws, spikes or other devices to aid in climbing a tree is prohibited. The cutting of shooting lanes is prohibited. Tree stands found in violation of this ordinance may be removed and will become the property of Langlade County. A person who violates this ordinance is subject to a forfeiture of $50 to $500 plus cost.
 

Ackley Wildlife Area has 27 shallow waterfowl flowages encompassing more than 400 acres of water. The remainder of the property is a mix of native grasslands, aspen, and northern hardwood stands, which provides excellent opportunities to pursue a variety of game species, such as deer, turkey, black bear, ruffed grouse, woodcock, and waterfowl. Beavers, muskrats, fishers, and coyotes are abundant on this property and on the 27,000 acres of surrounding county forest lands. 

Ackley Wildlife Maps can be found on the Wisconsin DNR website by clicking here.

Hunter Walking Trails has 24-miles of primarily forest roads that have been widened, mowed, and maintained annually.  The area is primarily aspen forests with intermixed hardwood ridges and swamps. This block of county forest is focused on creating an ideal habitat for whitetail deer, ruffed grouse, American woodcock, and other "young forest" wildlife species.  Accessible off of County Highway T, Jack Lake Firelane, Camp 23 Road, and Stevens Springs Grade.

Hunter Walking Trail Brochure with Map

Peters Marsh Wildlife Area covers 1,687 acres in central Langlade County. The property is made up of a variety of habitat types including forests, fields, wetlands, and native grasslands. The variety of cover provides access to numerous wildlife species including waterfowl, ruffed grouse, deer, turkey, black bear, woodcock, snowshoe hare, and beaver.

Hunters, hikers, and birdwatchers alike will enjoy all that this property has to offer. Located on County Highway A about 9 miles northeast of Antigo, there are six parking areas that provide access to more than 10 miles of grass walking trails. Motorized vehicle travel is prohibited.

Peters Marsh Wildlife Maps can be found on the Wisconsin DNR website by clicking here.

Open by appointment. The Elton Schoolhouse was constructed in 1912. It was built as a three-room graded schoolhouse and was in use until the 1950s when it consolidated with White Lake.  This is now the official meeting place of the Elton School Historical Preservation Society and is one of the few buildings left standing in the bustling Elton of yesteryears. The Elton School Historical Preservation Society is working hard to preserve this wonderful piece of history, as well as adding more artifacts and information along the way.

Langlade County Historical Society is open year round.  From October 1 to May 1, they are open Thursday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. From May 1 to October 1, they are open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.  The first floor of the museum is open on Monday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm year around when the Welcome Center is open.

The Deleglise Cabin is open May to October from Tuesday - Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

NOTICE: To comply with State directives in regard to COVID-19, playgrounds, bathroom facilities, and shelters remain closed until further notice.  All parks remain open for local residents to hike and bike while maintaining social distancing guidelines.  Click here to read the Langlade County Forestry & Recreation Public Service Announcement for use of Langlade County camping and bathroom facilities.

Highway 55 at the intersection of Highway 64 in Langlade County serves as one of the access point on the Nicolet - Wolf River Scenic By-Way. The second longest scenic by-way in Wisconsin at 145-miles includes views of the Wolf River, a designated Outstanding Resource Water, the Chequamegan – Nicolet National Forest, numerous State Natural Areas, lakes, and many other scenic areas. Along this route there is limited development, except for a few rural and tribal communities and a few small farms. The bulk of the Byway is located in Forest County, with segments in Langlade, Oneida and Vilas Counties.

Kettlebowl Ski Hill relies on naturally made snow.  The hill will be open from noon to 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays when adequate snowfall is received. Go to Trail Report for conditions.  Rental equipment (skis and snowboards) is available when open.

Antigo Ski brings a large trailer out to the hill with the rental skis/boots/snowboards. The normal hours at the hill are noon to 4 pm Saturdays & Sundays when considered open. The hill may at times be open during teacher conventions or holidays. Kettlebowl Ski Hill is located approximately 15 miles NE of Antigo on Hwy 52 or 4 miles SW of the Hwy 52/55 intersection at Lily. The hill has five rope tows, all runs are intermediate with a bunny/beginners hill. Snowboards are very popular and welcome. There are no sledding or tubing facilities. A very modern chalet with food is available. Snowmobilers are welcome, use caution when entering the parking lot & do not travel in front of the chalet, park to your left as you enter the parking lot.

General Information: The hill is solely run by volunteers which keeps the cost of having outdoor fun affordable. The hill is open on weekends only, weather permitted. They rely on mother nature only.....

RATES:
$5 for Adults - $3 Students (ages 13 thru High School) - $2 (ages 6-12) - FREE Ages 5 and under

Ski Rentals:
Antigo Ski
Located at Kettlebowl Ski Hill
715-350-1002 or 715-623-4300

Location:
From Antigo Travel North on Hwy 45 to Hwy I. East on Hwy I to Hwy 52 approx. eight miles. From the White Lake/Langlade area: Travel north on Hwy 55 approx 12 miles to Hwy 52. Head west on Hwy 52 approx 4 miles. Kettlebowl will be on your left. Look for the sign.

Track 52 Sled Dog Trails is located approximately 16-miles northeast of Antigo on Highway 52 (between Bryant & Lily, on the north side of the highway just west of Kettlebowl Ski Hill). Enjoy running on a variety of hills with plenty of excitement for you and your team on the wooded trails in Northern Crocker Hills.  Track 52 offers groomed sprint trails with the opportunity for someone to groom a mid-distance trail. Winter trails are groomed in cooperation with the Langlade County Forestry Department. Trails are marked when open to dog teams. The parking lot is plowed in winter. Food & restroom facilities are available on winter weekends when Kettlebowl Ski Hill (approximately 1/4 mile from the trailhead) is open from noon to 4 pm.

For more information on Track 52 Sled Dog Trails, go to their website by clicking here.






 

Click here for Langlade County Snowmobile trail conditions.

Snowmobile Trails in Langlade County, Wisconsin are developed and maintained by the Langlade County Forestry and Recreation Department, and 10 different snowmobile clubs in Langlade County. There are over 550 miles of state approved and user funded snowmobile trails. Langlade County has an excellent reputation on keeping the trails well groomed and marked.

Download your Langlade County Snowmobile Map or request one here

The Langlade County snowmobile clubs are a proud and dedicated group who would like to share their sport with you. As a snowmobiler, you will get a firsthand look at nature's winter wonderland. Snowmobiling is a fun, healthful recreation for people of all ages.

ATV's are allowed on Langlade County Snowmobile Trail System 10 days after the trails are open in their respective zones  and the temperature is under 28 degrees F.  Note that ATV's operating on Langlade County snowmobile trails do need a  Wisconsin public registration.  ATVs are not allowed in the Nicolet National Forest.  UTV's (side by side) are not allowed on the Langlade County Snowmobile Trail System during the winter.

Langlade County lodging offers the rest you need after a long day of hitting the trails. Whether you are looking for woodland cottages, modern motels, or chain hotels, you'll find it in Langlade County. To keep your taste buds satisfied, you will be able to find everything from fine dining to burgers, sandwiches, and homemade pizza which many places to eat are located right on the trails.

So grab your sled and get out and ride"The County of Trails" Langlade County.

Langlade County Snowmobile Clubs:

Snowshoeing in the back-country of Langlade County is truly an experience. Enjoy the 130,000 acres of County forest lands, 50 miles of Langlade County Ice Age Trail, Antigo Single Track Mountain Bike Trail, Game Lake Nature Trail or Jack Lake Mountain Bike Trail  in Veterans Memorial Park, or 1.2 mile snowshoe loop from Spychalla's Lodge at Jack Lake Cross Country Ski Trail to trudge through new snow. Fees not required although donations are appreciated.

There are two groomed snowshoe trails in Langlade County - Gartzke Flowage and Moccasin Lake.