ATVing in Price County & ATV Events

Price County offers the ATV enthusiast five recreation areas with additional connecting trails and town roads.  Most of the trail systems have rustic rest sites available, while others allow direct access to food, lodging and services. The Flambeau Trail, Tuscobia State Trail, and Flambeau River State Forest Trail systems all connect offering 160 miles of ATV trail riding. The Flambeau Trail System and the Georgetown Trail are the only trails in the county that also allow dirt bikes and off-road motorcycles. Portions of these trails are road routes; motorcycles driven on road routes are required by law to be licensed. The Pine Line Rail Trail and the Flambeau Trail System are open for winter ATVing.

Events:

Jan. 30, 2010 - Phillips Winter Fest Radar Run, Birch Island, Phillips

Feb. 27, 2010 - Prentice Bushbenders Snowmobile & ATV Rodeo, Buccaneer Pond, Prentice                                                                         Feb. 28, 2010 - So. Price County ATV Club Big & Hearty Breakfast, Boondocks, Prentice                                                                                  May 15, 2010 - Tentative - Golden Spike Medallion Hunt, Tuscobia State Trail, Park Falls                                                                                 May 29, 2010 - Shriners ATV Mud Run, Wojcieszak's Flambeau Resort, Park Falls                                                                                                    June 5, 2010 - Tuscobia Trail Day ~ A Celebration of the Trail and the Communities it Connects, "New" Radisson Park, Radisson

June 12, 2010- Lumberman's Day ATV Pull, Kennan

June 13, 2010 - Lumberman's Day ATV Mud Run, Catawba

July  4, 2010 - ATV Pull, Park Falls

Aug. 14, 2010 - Tentative - ATV Rally, Tuscobia Trailhead, Park Falls

Sept. 3, 4 & 5, 2010 - Labor Day Weekend ATV Rally, Park Falls

Sept. 25, 2010 - Christmas Tree Festival ATV Pull, Ogema

Flambeau Trail System

- ATVs, UTVs under 50" in width, Dirt Bikes & Off-Road Motorcycles

- Open May 1 to March 14 (closed for spring breakup March 15 thru April 30)

-Easy to Difficult

The Flambeau Trail System is a 70-mile trail that winds through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (CNNF). The CNNF allows ATVs, UTVs under 50" in width, dirt bikes, and off-road motorcycles, as well as mountain bikes, horses and other non-motorized activities, on this trail. The trail system is highlighted by rolling terrain, tree-lined corridors, wooden bridges, and vistas overlooking bogs and lakes. Along the trail there are several points of interest including the Smith Rapids Covered Bridge across the South Fork of the Flambeau River, Round Lake Logging Dam, and Camp Nine Springs.  The trail allows access to the city of Park Falls and also connects to the Tuscobia State Trail.  The trail is open May 1 thru March 14.  It is closed March 15 thru April 30 for spring breakup.

There is parking with trail access in both downtown Park Falls and Fifield as well as several areas along the trail system. The five (5) parking areas along the Flambeau Trail System in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest include: 1) the Wintergreen parking area (parking pass required) east of Fifield on Hwy. 70 which has a chalet, vaulted toilets, drinking water and an information board, 2) Sailor Lake Campground & Picnic Area (parking pass required) east of Fifield on Hwy. 70 then south on Sailor Lake Road which has a picnic shelter, vaulted toilets, drinking water, and a loading ramp, 3) Blockhouse Lake parking area east of Park Falls on Hwy. 182 which has vaulted toilets, maps and an information board, 4) Round Lake parking area (parking pass required) east of Fifield on Hwy. 70 then north on Shady Knoll Road which has a picnic area, vaulted toilets, drinking water, boat ramp, maps and an information board, and 5) the State Hwy. 182 parking area east of Park Falls which has maps and an information board. These parking areas DO NOT have ramps for unloading and loading motorized vehicles. A daily parking pass can be purchased at the parking areas where one is required; or an annual sticker can be purchased at the CNNF office or at the following businesses: Ball Petroleum (Hwy. 13, Phillips), Phillips Area Chamber (Hwy. 13), Bridge Bait, Tackle, and Archery (Hwy. 13 S., Park Falls), Moose Jaw Resort (off Hwy. 70 east, on Shady Knoll Road), Fifield Marathon Station (Hwy. 70 east), Park Falls Amoco (downtown), Southside Hardware (Hwy. 13, downtown Park Falls), Musky Jacks (Hwy. 70 east), Dave’s Fletching and Archery (Hwy. 182, Park Falls), or Ball Petroleum (Hwy. 13 N., Park Falls). See map below.

Vicinity map for the Flambeau Trail System:

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Top portion of Flambeau Trail System map:

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Georgetown Trail

- ATVs, UTVs, Dirt Bikes & Off-Road Motorcycles

- Open May 15 to March 14 - ungroomed in winter

- Easy to Moderate

The Georgetown Trail is a newer trail located on the Price County Forest west of Phillips and allows ATVs as well as dirt bikes and off-road motorcycles. The trail is 15.8 miles long, with a gravel surface, and meanders through a variety of different forest types. It is an out and back trail with parking areas located at both the north and south ends of the trail. The parking areas have unloading / loading ramps and ample room for parking. There are no bathrooms or other amenities at either of the parking areas; however, there is road route access to some businesses on both ends of the trail. The north parking area is located west of Phillips on Carpenter Creek Road. From Hwy. 13 in Phillips go 10 miles west on County Hwy. W and then about 1 mile south on Carpenter Creek Road. The south parking area is located on Fairview Road north of Kennan. From the U.S. Hwy. 8 and County Hwy. J intersection, go west on U.S. Hwy 8 approximately 2 miles to Fairview Road, then north 3 miles on Fairview Road to the parking area. Other activities permitted on this multi-use trail include hiking, biking, snowshoeing, and horseback riding. It can also be used for hunting.

Tuscobia State Trail

- ATV use April 15 to November 15

- Easy to Moderate

- UTVs, Dirt bikes & Motorcycles are not allowed

The Tuscobia State Trail is an abandoned railroad grade that runs from Park Falls to Rice Lake. ATVs are allowed on this multi-use trail on a 62-mile stretch beginning at the Park Falls trailhead and traveling west to Birchwood. ATVs are not allowed on the trail from Birchwood west to Rice Lake. This section of trail is shared with the Ice Age Trail. Other trail uses include hiking, biking and horseback riding. Traveling along the trail you will encounter a variety of scenery from wooded sections to open farmland. The Park Falls – Tuscobia Trailhead County Park is the perfect location to begin your journey with ample 24-hour parking, an ATV unloading / loading ramp, maps, a picnic area, pavilion, play area, grills, and a flush toilet building that is open from mid-spring to mid-fall. The park is located off Hwy. 13 west on County Road E about 1/4 mile to Park Road then north 1/4 mile to the park. Along the trail you will find services including lodging, camping, gas and restaurants. This trail connects to the Flambeau River State Forest Trail, Flambeau Trail System, and allows access to the city of Park Falls.  There is also trail access to the Tuscobia State Trail from downtown Park Falls as well as Smith Lake County Park & Campground west of Park Falls on County E. For those people not camping at the park, the hours for use are 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. There is ample parking, an ATV unloading/loading ramp, pavilion, vaulted toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, electricity, plus pressure water and a shower building which are operable mid-April thru mid-October weather permitting. You can access the Tuscobia via Omaha Road; it is about one mile from the park to the trail. 

Flambeau River State Forest Trail

- ATV use May 15 to November 15

- UTVs, Dirt Bikes & Motorcycles are not allowed

- Easy to Difficult

The Flambeau River State Forest Trail is a 38-mile multi-use trail consisting of forest roads, town roads and snowmobile routes located in the Flambeau River State Forest. The trail system connects directly to the Tuscobia State Trail. There are very few services along the trail. The trail is open for ATV use May 15 thru November 15. Other trails uses include hiking, biking and horseback riding.

The Flambeau River State Forest ATV Trail has four (4) parking areas - 1) the Flambeau Hills trailhead is located 19 miles west of Phillips on County Road W (pit toilets only); two (2) parking areas are located on County Road M:  2) Take County Road W 17 miles west of Phillips, then go south on County Road M about a 1/4 mile to the Tower Hill parking area (no facilities) or 3) continue on County Road M 7 miles to Fisherman's Landing parking area (drinking water & pit toilets) at the southern end of the trail just past where County Road M crosses the South Fork of the Flambeau River (or in Hawkins from Hwy. 8 go north on County Road M 10 miles); or 4) go west of Fifield 14 miles to Oxbo Drive then north 1/2 mile to the parking lot (drinking water & pit toilets).

Pine Line Rail Trail

- Open to ATVs early-December thru March 31, 2009

-Easy to Moderate

The Pine Line Rail Trail is a 26-mile abandoned railroad grade open to ATVs in the winter only when trails are declared officially open to snowmobiles. Its northern most point is located near Prentice. There is a connecting trail to Timm’s Hill, Wisconsin’s highest geographical point. ATVs are also allowed on a few miles of town roads and county snowmobile trails in the Prentice area which allow access to lodging, gas and restaurants. The trail is open for ATV use during for the snowmobile season, early December thru March 31.

ATV Operation in Wisconsin

When used safely and wisely an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) can provide a source of fun and family recreation. When used unwisely by an untrained, inexperienced operator, an all-terrain vehicle can be dangerous. With safety in mind, an all-terrain vehicle can be a useful tool for work and a great means of exploring the outdoors. It is the responsibility of all ATV operators to make the sport a safe one. Take an ATV Safety Course!

Traveler Stewardship

Think of yourself as an ambassador for motorized trail riding. Your actions speak for all riders. Stay on the trail. Riding off the trail can destroy animal burrows and vegetation. Be a part of the solution. Offer to help protect and restore areas that have been damaged. Report resource damage or trail hazards to the Park Falls Ranger District. If you can't go around a wet area, go through it slowly and easily to decrease erosion. A quiet machine can seem noisy. It depends on how you ride it. Remember you share the trail with wildlife.

Tread Lightly

With the number of all-terrain vehicle riders climbing, the sport of ATV riding is grabbing attention as land managers try to balance its popularity with the nation's natural resources.

ATV riding can be a blast and it can also be damaging to public lands if not done responsibly. Land managers encourage people to help protect the great outdoors by riding responsibly and practicing outdoor ethics, like those created by Tread Lightly!.

Tread Lightly!, a nonprofit organization that educates people to recreate responsibly, has issued some practical tips on minimizing environmental impact from ATVs.

-Stay only on roads, trails or other areas designated for ATV use.

-Try to stay in the middle of the trail to avoid widening it.

-Cross streams only at designated fording points, where the trail crosses the stream. Approach the stream slowly, crossing at a 90-degree angle.

-On switchbacks, avoid roosting around the apex of the turn when climbing or brake-sliding during descent, both of which gouge the trail.

-On slick trails, moderate the throttle and use the clutch to gain maximum traction with minimum wheel-spin.

-Try to avoid muddy trails, save them for future trips when they are dry.

-Pack out what you pack in. Carry a trash bag on your vehicle and pick up litter left by others.

-Following a ride, wash your ATV and support vehicle to avoid spreading noxious weeds the next time you ride.

-Observe proper human waste disposal. Bury your waste at least six inches deep and camouflage the hole or pack out your waste.

-Take an ATV training course to maximize safety. Always wear a helmet, eye protection and other safety gear.

Safety Tips

• Most ATVs are designed for one operator only. Never carry a passenger.

• Protective clothing is a necessity. Always wear an approved helmet, eye protection, boots, gloves, long pants and a long sleeved shirt or jacket.

• Never consume alcohol or drugs before or during ATV operation.

• Avoid excessive speeds. Travel at a speed appropriate for the terrain, visibility conditions, and your experience.

• Do not attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts. These can have disastrous results.

Services for Campers

The following businesses offer amenities for a nominal fee:

Moose Jaw Resort, 715-762-3028, Pike Lake Area, Park Falls - showers, laundry facilities & ATV wash station

Northway Motor Lodge, 715-762-2406, Hwy 13, Park Falls - showers & recreation center including swimming pool

Skyline Motel, 715-339-3086, Hwy 13, Phillips - showers

The Laundry Room, 339-2332, Walnut Street, Phillips - shower and laundry facilities

Phillips Community Pool (indoor), 990 Flambeau Avenue, Phillips, 715-339-2143 - showers and swimming pool

Park Falls Community Pool (outdoor), 5th Street, Park Falls, 715-762-2436 - showers and swimming pool

Solberg Lake County Park - showers, coin operated (quarters)

Smith Lake County Park - showers, coin operated (quarters)

ATV Maps   (return to top)

Click here to download a full size pdf version of this map (2.4Mb)

Trail System Contacts

Flambeau Trail System
Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Office (CNNF)
1170 4th Avenue S.
Park Falls, WI 54552
715-762-2461

Flambeau River State Forest Trails
Department of Natural Resources
W1613 County Road W,
Winter, WI 54896
715-332-5271

Georgetown Trail

Price County Forestry Department

104 N. Eyder Avenue

Phillips, WI  54555

715-339-6371

Tuscobia State Trail
Department of Natural Resources
N4103 State Highway 27
Ladysmith, WI 54848

715-532-3911

Pine Line - Price-Taylor Rail Trail

Price County Tourism Department

126 Cherry Street

Phillips, WI 54555

715-339-4505 or 800-269-4505

               or

Taylor County Tourism

104 E. Perkins St./P.O. Box 172

Medford, WI  54451

715-748-4729 or 888-682-9567

chamber@dwave.net

www.medfordwis.com

ATV Registration Applications

Wisconsin residents must display a registration sticker on their ATV to ride on Wisconsin ATV trails.  The registration fee is $30.00 for a two-year registration cycle which begins April 1of the year issued and ends June 30 two years after.  Non-residents must either display a Wisconsin registration sticker or an ATV Non-Resident Trail Pass decal. If you wish to register your ATV in Wisconsin and ride immediately, Wisconsin ATV registration applications must be validated prior to the operation of the machine on Wisconsin trails. The validation process occurs when a registration application and fees are submitted, reviewed and accepted at a DNR Validation Station. A validated copy will be issued and must be carried with the operator while operating the machine.  A copy of the validated registration application will act as a temporary registration until your decals and certificate of registration arrive in the mail.

Price County Validation Stations

DNR Service Center
875 S 4th Ave
Park Falls , WI 54552
715-762-3204-phone
715-762-4348-fax
Check Office Hours

Phillips DNR
Price Cty Normal Bldg
104 Eyder Ave
Phillips , WI 54555
715-339-3001
(call ahead)

Prentice Ranger Station
1609 Railroad Ave
Prentice , WI 54556
715-428-2900
(call ahead)

ATV Registration Renewal Online

The Department of Natural Resources is now offering registration renewal services via the Internet. This service is a quick and convenient way to renew your registration with a credit card (Visa® MasterCard®). There is an additional fee for this service. ATV owners who renew online can also print the validation receipt that will allow them to operate their ATV while they wait for the new registration certificate and decals. This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The online renewal page for ATVs can be found at www.atv.wisconsin.gov.

ATV Non-Resident Trail Pass

Wisconsin law requires non-residents who use Wisconsin ATV trails to display either Wisconsin registration or an ATV non-resident trail pass decal.  If the ATV will be in Wisconsin more than 15 consecutive days, then it must be registered in Wisconsin. Funds from the non-resident trail pass program will be designated for use as trail aids and related costs to enhance all Wisconsin ATV recreation.  The trail pass can be purchased online at our Online Licensing Center or over the counter at any license sales location.

The $18.00 non-resident ATV trail use pass is valid from July 1st through June 30th.  The trail pass must be permanently affixed by its own adhesive in a highly visible location on the forward half of the ATV. Once affixed, the sticker may not be removed or transferred to another ATV.

Links

City of Park Falls ATV  Routes
Tuscobia State Trail

Join a Club

These contact numbers should only be used for contacting club officials and for club membership inquiries. Please contact 800-269-4505 for trail information and questions.

Fifield Dirt Devils - 715-762-4757

Southern Price County ATV Club - 715-474-6671

Northwoods Range Rovers  - 715-339-3456
Price County ATV Trails Association  - 715-339-3151

Lodging w/trail access

NAME/NUMBER             TRAIL

Buckhorn Retreat / 866-311-7756                                                FTS

Countryside Motel / 888-850-4611                                              PL/P/O                                                         

Green Tree Get-Away / 800-236-8792 / 715-762-3291               FTS

Flambeau Forest Inn / 715-332-5405                                            FRSF

Hill Top Lodging / 715-762-4594                                                  PF

Hines Park/Campground / 715-762-2436                                      PF

Idle Hour Resort / 715-762-3872                                                 FTS

Mason Motel / 715-762-3780                                                       PF

Moose Jaw Resort/Campground / 715-762-3028                          FTS     

Munro Manor B&B / 715-762-3443                                             PF

Musky Jacks / 715-762-4330                                                       FTS

Northern Pines Resort / 715-762-3001                                          Lake

Northway Motor Lodge / 800-844-7144                                       PF

Oxbo Resort / 715-762-4786                                                        FRSF

Park Falls Motel / 715-762-3191                                                  PF

Sailor Lake Campground / 715-762-5195                                      FTS

Smith Lake County Park/Campground / 715-339-6371                  TST

Thunderhead Lodge / 800-236-8792 / 715-762-3291                    Lake

Wild Goose Resort / 715-762-3566                                               FTS

Wintergreen Lake Resort / 715-762-2025                                      FTS

Wojcieszak's Resort / 715-762-2178                                             FTS   

Most lodging facilities in the city of Park Falls now have access to the ATV trails

•  FTS - Flambeau Trail System in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest

•  FRSF - Flambeau River State Forest ATV Trail

•  TST - Tuscobia State Trail

•  Lake - Town of Lake / Butternut Area

•  PF - City of Park Falls Trail System

•  PL/P/O - Pine Line, Prentice & Ogema (WINTER use only)

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