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Northwest

Northwest

Ashland Area

  • Updated: 5/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are now closed for the season. www.visitashland.com or www.travelashlandcounty.com www.visitashland.com/plan-your-visit/recreation/cross-country-skiing/

Bayfield County

  • Updated: 5/10/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Bayfield County has many XC ski areas. Please phone ahead for conditions or check our website. Birkebeiner Trail: 715-634-5025 Drummond: 715-373-2667 x1 Jolly Trail: 715-373-6114 Mt. Ashwabay: 715-779-3227 Namekagon: 715-634-4821 North End Trails: 715-798-3599 Rock Lake Trail: 715-634-4821 Telemark: 800-533-7454 Tomahawk Lake Ski Trail: 715-795-1782 Valhalla: 715-373-2667 www.bayfieldcounty.org/ski.asp

Burnett County

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

For information on specific trails, please follow the link below. www.burnettcounty.com/xcski

Chippewa County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Cross country ski trails are closed. For lodging information visit www.visitchippewafallswi.com http://www.skinnyski.com/trails/ski/listings.asp?region=nw-wi

Dunn County

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are closed for season. dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/conditions/redcedar.html

Eau Claire County

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: Yes

Trails are closed. www.co.eau-claire.wi.us/parks_and_forest/snowmobile_cross-country_ski_trail_conditiona.htm

Hurley Area

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are closed for the season. www.hurleywi.com

Medford Area

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trail Conditions good!!! Enjoy the trails and they are being groomed as much as they can be each week!!!!

Mercer Area

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

For more information check the MECCA Club's web site at www.skimecca.org www.skimecca.org

Pierce County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are closed for the season. www.co.pierce.wi.us/Nugget%20Lake/Nugget%20Lake%20Main.html

Polk County

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

2013 was a wonderful year for Cross Country Skiing. County and Village Trails are now closed for the season. See you next year !! www.polkcountytourism.com

Price County

  • Updated: 5/6/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Cross-country ski trails are closed for the 2012-2013 winter season. See you in December 2013! To view detailed condition information for specific trails or to order a Price County Silent Sports map, visit our website at www.pricecountywi.net. Price County has nine trail systems that offer cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and skijoring. For more information or to request a Silent Sport map, go to www.pricecountywi.net, click on the Contact tab and fill out the form or call 1-800-269-4505. www.pricecountywi.net

Rusk County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are closed for the season. www.ruskcountywi.com

Sawyer County

  • Updated: 4/8/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

It looks like it's the end of another great cross country skiing season in the Hayward Lakes Area.... www.haywardlakes.com

Superior/Douglas

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are closed for the season. www.superiorchamber.org

Trollhaugen

  • Updated: 4/19/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Troll XC closed for the season - Check Trollhaugen.com for more info. www.trollhaugen.com

Washburn County

  • Updated: 4/1/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: Yes

Beaver Brook- College Street Park (City Park)- Heartwood Trails- Leisure Lake Trail- Nordic Woods Trail- Red Barn Trail- Sawyer Brook Springs Trail- Totogatic Trail- Trego Lake Trail- www.washburncounty.org/news/what-to-do/175

Northeast

Northeast

Boulder Junction Area

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

We had a good ski season this year with adequate snowfall to keep the trails in very good condition. All good things must come to an end. We are done grooming for the season. I hope to see many of you out enjoying the trails this summer. - Tony, Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest For travel information and maps, visit www.boulderjct.org or call the Chamber at 1-800-GO-MUSKY. www.boulderjct.org

Brown County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Groomed ski trails are offered at the Reforestation Camp, Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve and Neshota Parks. For the most up-to-date trail condition information, please call our 24 hour information line at (920) 448-4464 and select option 9. Also, visit our web site at www.browncountyparks.org and select Snow Conditions on the home page. www.browncountyparks.org

Door County

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: Yes

www.doorcounty.com

Florence County

  • Updated: 4/8/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

www.exploreflorencecounty.com

Forest County

  • Updated: 4/3/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

All Forest County Ski Trails are closed. www.forestcountywi.com

Land O Lakes Area

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 14 -18
  • Groomed: No

Closed

Langlade County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are closed for the season. www.countyoftrails.com

Manitowish Waters Area

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Manitowish Waters Chamber of Commerce Visit Website www.manitowishwaters.org 888-626-9877 For travel information and maps, visit www.manitowishwaters.org or call the Chamber at 888-626-9877 www.manitowishwaters.org

Minocqua Area

  • Updated: 4/26/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0 -4
  • Groomed: No

Courtesy of Minocqua Winter Park April 1, 2013 We are officially closed for the season. Thanks for coming out and skiing, snowshoeing, snow tubing, and ice skating with us! Courtesy of Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest April 2, 2013 We had a good ski season this year with adequate snowfall to keep the trails in very good condition. But all good things must come to an end--we are done grooming for the season. We hope to see many of you out enjoying the trails this summer. www.minocqua.org

Presque Isle Area

  • Updated: 5/8/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

closed for the season. www.presqueisle.com

Rhinelander Area

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

We'll see you next winter. Washburn Trail update 3/26 Posted on March 26, 2013 by DZ The trails were groomed yesterday. However with the higher temperatures, the trail are getting softer. The grooming season is coming to an end,soon. A final decision regarding grooming will be made within the next two days. Use caution on the trails. Spring conditions are here. Trails could be icy in the mornings becoming sticky in the afternoon. Bare spots on south facing hills may open up at any time. I anticipate grooming coming to the end soon with the warmer days ahead. Escanaba Trail – 3/25 - Cut and tracked. Very good conditions. Groomer: Dan J. Madeline Trail – 3/19 – Packed and tracked. Good conditions. Groomer: Dan P. McNaughton Trail – 3/27 – Skaters loop groomed. All other loops cut twice and tracked. Good conditions. Groomer: Tony M. Raven Trail - 3/23– All loops cut and tracked. Good to very good conditions. Groomer: Tony M. www.oneidacountywi.com/crosscountryandsnowshoeing.php

Three Lakes Area

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: Yes

May 2 - Three Eagle Trail Closed. www.threelakes.com

Vilas County

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Nordmarka Trail (03/26) Closed. Phelps/Afterglow Trail (03/04) Closed. Razorback Ridges (3/24) Closed Three Eagle Trail (3/31) Good condition. Skate lane smoothed and classic tracks reset. Expanding debris areas. Spring freeze/thaw affects conditions between groomings. Northern Highland American Legion State Forest Ski Trails. Anticipate end of grooming soon with warmer weather ahead. Escanaba (3/25) Very good condition. All loops cut and tracked. Madeline (3/19) Good condition. All loops packed and tracked. McNaughton (3/27) Good condition. Skaters loop groomed; all other loops cut twice and tracked. Raven (3/23) Good to very good condition. All loops cut and tracked. Chequamegon-Nicolet Anvil Trails (03/24) 8" base - Good conditions. West, Lake, East, & Military - classic track set. Ninemile - partially groomed and tracked. Nicolet North (03/20) - 3" base - Poor (spring conditions). Soft base (unable to groom). Roller Coaster and Butternut -Fair conditions with tracks. www.vilas.org

Central

Central

Buckhorn State Park

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

The snow is finally gone. Thanks to everyone who came out and skied or snowshoed this winter! www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/regions/wcr/buckhorn.html

Clark County

  • Updated: 5/3/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

For the latest updates this week, Join our Facebook page!: https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Levis-Mound-Trail/236715826232 www.co.clark.wi.us

Standing Rocks

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are in poor to fair condition. Please call Standing Rocks to get an updated report on the trails - 715-824-3949. www.co.portage.wi.us/Parks%20Department/standrocks.htm

Wausau Area

  • Updated: 3/27/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 10 -12
  • Groomed: Yes

Nine Mile County Forest cross country ski trails are CLOSED for the season. If you have any questions, please contact us at 715-261-1550 or visit our website at www.co.marathon.wi.us/parks.asp. www.co.marathon.wi.us/Departments/ParksRecreationForestry/RecreationOpportunities/CrossCountrySkiingSnowshoeing.aspx

Waushara County

  • Updated: 4/1/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Waushara County trails are CLOSED for the season. www.co.waushara.wi.us/parks.htm

Wood County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

All trails are closed for cross country skiing. www.co.wood.wi.us/departments/parks

East Central

East Central

Appleton Area

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

The diagonal stride cross-country ski trails in Plamann Park have deteriorated to the point that they are now closed. www.co.outagamie.wi.us

Calumet County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are now closed. www.co.calumet.wi.us/departments2.iml?dept_id=5

Fond du Lac

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

The forest has received a few inches of fresh snowfall over last weekend’s ice. Both Greenbush and Zillmer trails are groomed and tracked and are in good condition. Please use caution due to some lingering icy spots. Snowshoers are finding good conditions as well, and are welcome anywhere in the forest that is not a designated ski trail. www.fdl.com

Manitowoc County

  • Updated: 4/25/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Please call individual locations for more information and ski conditions. Woodland Dunes Nature Center Hwy 3000 Hawthorne Ave., Two Rivers 920-793-4007 7.5 Miles of ungroomed trails, Snowshoe rentals. Ice Age Trail Some sections you can ski Point Beach State Park 9400 cnty. Trk. Hwy O, Two Rivers 920-686-3580 More than 2,900 hundred acres, and 11 miles of groomed trails for snowshoeing and skiing. Park is open 6 a.m.-11 p.m. Park fees required. Henry Schuette Park 3700 Broadway St., Manitowoc 920-686-3580 65 acres not groomed Silver Creek Park South of UW-Manitowoc on Cnty Hwy LS 78 acres not groomed 920-686-3580 It is recommended that you phone ahead for conditions on trails. For fun outdoor hikes, snow shoeing and cross-country skiing, with beautiful views, visit us at Manitowoc.info for all the latest news and trail information. www.manitowoc.info

Sheboygan County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are closed for the season. greenbushtrails.com/GreenbushTrails.html

Winnebago County

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Take a winter tour through the Community Park on our 4.2 miles of classic style groomed cross-country ski trails. Broken down into 2 separate loops, the inner loop offers 1.1 miles while the outer loop boasts 3.1 miles. *Please use north park entrance off of County Rd Y, Oshkosh WI for parking. Cross County skiing is allowed on the WIOUWASH trail and Mascoutin Trail, which are both in fair condition for skiing. Please be cautious as these trails are also open for snowmobilers. For more information and a map of the trails, please visit http://www.co.winnebago.wi.us/parks/cross-country-ski-trail www.co.winnebago.wi.us/parks/cross-country-ski-trail

Southwest

Southwest

Justin Trails Resort

  • Updated: 5/3/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Lodging in cabins, suites and camping available. 2 disc golf courses, hiking and walking trails open. justintrails.com

Kickapoo Valley Reserve

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are closed for the season kvr.state.wi.us

La Crosse County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are closed for the season. www.co.la-crosse.wi.us

Monroe County

  • Updated: 3/26/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 3 -4
  • Groomed: No

Report as of March 26, 2013 The season is ending. Time for Spring www.bikesparta.com

Wildcat Mountain State Park

  • Updated: 4/1/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

The cross country ski season has come to an end. Bare spots are growing and the remaining snow base is very icy. dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/wildcat/

South Central

South Central

Beloit Area

  • Updated: 5/3/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

If you are traveling and want to know what the road conditions are, www.visitbeloit.com and on the home page click on road conditions. This page will update you on all Wisconsin snow fun! www.co.rock.wi.us/index.php/departments/departments-m-z/parks

Dane County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: Yes

Cross Country trails are open. Indian Lake has been groomed with the track set. Token Creek and Camrock will be groomed on Feb 28th. www.countyofdane.com/lwrd/parks/

Devil's Lake State Park

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: Yes

We are closed for the season. The sledding hill is closed this winter due to construction in the Quartzite Campground. www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/specific/devilslake/

Governor Dodge State Park

  • Updated: 4/25/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are closed for the season, see you next year! Trail conditions change rapidly. Contact the park office at (608)935-2315 for more questions. No trail pass is required for skiing at Governor Dodge State Park. All vehicles entering the park are required to have a vehicle admission sticker. You may purchase your vehicle sticker at the park office. www.wiparks.net

Governor Nelson State Park

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are somewhat snow covered, but are not groomed. www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/regions/

Mirror Lake State Park

  • Updated: 4/24/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Thanks for another wonderful season! See you next winter for skiing! www.wiparks.net

Sauk County

  • Updated: 5/8/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Due to warm temperatures and lack of snow trails are closed for the season.

Southeast

Southeast

Kenosha County

  • Updated: 3/13/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

3/13/13: Most of the snow has melted. Conditions listed are for Richard Bong State Recreation Area, which does not groom its trails (262-878-5600). Cross-country skiing is also available, along with snowshoeing, provided there is enough snow at these Kenosha County Parks (262-857-1869): Bristol Woods Park (snowshoes available for rent), Fox River Park, KD Park, and Petrifying Springs Park. www.kenoshacvb.com/attractions/parks-and-nature

Sunburst Ski Area

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Sunburst Nordic Training Center: Train for the Birkebeiner or just get out and XC Ski. Our Nordic training center is approximately 1.5-2 km and is available for you at any time that the ski/tubing areas are not open. Season pass for the training center is available on our website on the Buy Online page or paste the following link into your browser. https://secure.skisunburst.com/ecommerce/itemList.aspx?node_id=182189. Sorry but daily passes are not available. www.skisunburst.com

Washington County

  • Updated: 3/28/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

X-skiing 3-30-13 It does look like spring! There is very little snow left and the lakes are not safe for ice fishing. Have a great spring and summer and I believe this weekend the ski hills will be closed for the season. For information on the 158 miles of trails in Washington County call 262-334-6061 or www.wcasc.org. – For maps 262-628-2282 they will be pleased to help. Maps are now available in our local businesses or by contacting the Wash Co CVB. You will need to check to see if Sunburst Ski Hill is open – look at their web site www.skisunburst.com and now we have – www.littleswitz.com. www.visitwashingtoncounty.com

Waukesha County

  • Updated: 5/2/2013
  • Condition: Closed
  • Base: 0
  • Groomed: No

Trails are available at Menomonee, Minooka, and Nashotah Parks. Check our website for more details on park locations and trail maps, as well as specific conditions at each location. www.waukeshacountyparks.com