Head to Hayward for an Iconic Winter Adventure

Every winter, the charming Northwoods town of Hayward turns into the ultimate ski party during Birkie Week. Think snow crunching under skis, cheers ringing through the trees and cowbells echoing everywhere! From the Junior Birkie to the Giant Ski Race and even the Barkie Birkie for four-legged friends, there’s a race for everyone to join or cheer on from the sidelines. The excitement builds all week long, leading up to the American Birkebeiner - North America’s largest cross-country ski race.

American Birkebeiner Trail System - Birkie

Hayward, WI

History buffs and skiing enthusiasts alike will find something to appreciate at the Tony Wise Museum. Home of all things American Birkebeiner, visitors will learn about the history and man behind this famous race. After your visit, head to the Kawabaming Observation Tower. Named to honor the Ojibwe Tribe, the tower provides a breathtaking view of the Mt. Telemark Village and beyond. Mt. Telemark is also home to 20km of cross-country ski trails, some even maintained with machine-made snow, to ensure skiers from across the country can train and compete every winter — no matter how much snow falls.

Tony Wise Museum of the American Birkebeiner

Hayward, WI

Family owned and operated; The River’s Eatery, in nearby Cable, serves fresh-from-the-oven pizzas with both traditional toppings and innovative, local flavors. The restaurant, decorated with race bibs and bikes hanging from the ceiling, has been an institution for generations and serves jaw-droppingly delicious soda floats. No matter what you order, one thing’s for sure - you’ll leave with a warm heart, full belly and maybe even a new novel from the attached bookstore.

Rivers Eatery

Cable, WI

Maintained throughout the winter season and hailed as one of Wisconsin’s most popular biking destinations, the CAMBA Bike Trail System blends outdoor adventure with serene winter beauty. With 70 miles of groomed trails running through Hayward, your crew can traverse the magical, snow-covered terrain of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest from the seats of your bikes.

CAMBA Bike Trails

Cable, WI