ATV/UTV

EXPERIENCE THE OUTDOORS ADVENTUROUSLY

With over 180 miles of trails and hundreds of Forest Roads, Bayfield County presents plenty of opportunities to explore Northern Wisconsin’s natural beauty off the beaten path.  More than a sport, ATVs offer a chance to connect with nature and experience Wisconsin’s glacier-carved musical landscape.  Maintained by Federal, State, and individual organizations, all designated ATV and UTV trails are the perfect way to embrace the outdoors.

Experience the natural beauty of the North Woods up close. Riders can see wildlife such as whitetail deer, foxes, wild turkeys, badgers, and even black bears!  Adventure is just outside our doorstep.

For a map of the 2022-2023 Bayfield County ATV/UTV routes, click here or visit the Washburn Area Chamber to request one.  Physical maps can also be picked up at the Chamber for free:

  • Washburn Area Chamber

100 W Bayfield Street

Washburn, WI

The Tri-County Corridor offers unparalleled access to the area’s many routes and is maintained by a dedicated team every season.

Download Avenza Maps (free) for offline map use on all smart devices. 

Travel Wisconsin’s page on Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest’s trail system.

RESTRICTIONS & REGULATIONS

Non-Resident passes for ATVs/UTVs registered out-of-state are required for all trail and road systems in Wisconsin.  Passes are $35 for a year or $20 for 5 days and can be purchased at the following locations:

Midland Cenex

137 W Bayfield Street

Washburn, WI 54806

For trail updates, call the Washburn Ranger Station at (715) 373-2667 Ext. 1 or visit the Bayfield Recreation Report.

The Washburn Area Chamber of Commerce encourages responsible, safe, and respectful use of ATVs/UTVs on our trail systems and supports initiatives that promote their use in a regulated and sustainable manner. We believe that ATVs and UTVs are an important part of our local economy and look forward to working with our community to support their continued use and enjoyment.

WISCONSIN DNR, YOUR GO-TO FOR INFORMATION

Keep up to date on Wisconsin’s ATV/UTV laws and regulations:

Call the DNR toll-free at +1 (888) 936-7463, open 7 a.m – 10 p.m. seven days a week.

ATV courses can be completed online through the DNR.

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