Located in Northern Wisconsin including parts of southern
Sawyer County, where towering pine and hardwood forests are interspersed with
crystal clear lakes and streams, the Chequamegon National Forest offers a wealth
of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. The name Chequamegon originates from the
Ojibway of Chippewa language which is thought to mean “the place of shallow
water.” The Chequamegon now encompasses 857,000 acres in northern Wisconsin.
Four seasons of recreation await the outdoors
enthusiast…from spring fishing or canoeing to summer camping, hiking, mountain
biking or horseback riding. Come in autumn for hunting or to see the famous fall
colors. Winter offers cross-country skiing or snowmobiling. Opportunities for
exhilarating views, relaxation and quiet nature study abound. There are 26
campgrounds in the Chequamegon National Forest where you can pitch a tent or
park a camper for a modest fee. All campgrounds are located on lakes or streams
and have drinking water, vault toilets, picnic tables, and grills or fire pits.
For your hiking, skiing and walking pleasure, there are over 300 miles of
trails. Some trails are open for horseback riding and there are four ATV and
motorcycle trail systems.
The Black Lake Recreation Area is located just north of
Winter in the center of the Chequamegon National Forest. The park contains 29
camping sites, a picnic area, swimming beach, boat landing and a scenic and
challenging 4 mile hiking trail. Following the trail is like taking a walk
through time to the old logging days of the northwoods.
Containing over 87,000 acres, the Flambeau River State
Forest offers something for every recreational interest. There is canoeing on
the North and South Forks of the Flambeau River. Everything from leisurely, calm
waters to roaring rapids and white water entice the beginner to the expert
paddlers.
Camping sites are located at Connors Lake and Lake of the
Pines, providing relaxation, outdoor beauty, swimming, hiking, fishing and
picnic areas.
The Ojibwa Park
The Town Board of The Town of
Ojibwa Welcomes You to Ojibwa Park
Clean, quiet and beautiful
surroundings have traditionally made Ojibwa Park a popular camping and picnic
spot. It is also popular as a rest stop for travelers. Wisconsin Highway 70
bisects Ojibwa Park between Ojibwa and Winter, Wisconsin.
The Park is comprised of 366
acres of forest bordered by the Chippewa River on the north and the Tuscobia
State Trail on the South.
The Park consists of a
camping area with 16 camper sites, 3 tent sites, several picnic areas and a
small stream and pond. An RV dump station, drinking water and pit toilets are
available. A hiking/cross country ski trail is currently being developed.
There is a trail connecting
the parking area with the Tuscobia State Trail, which is a popular ATV,
snowmobile and mountain bike trail. This trail is 70 miles long, running from
Tuscobia (near Rice Lake) to the City of Park Falls on an old abandoned C & NW
Railroad corridor.
The trail is operated by the
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources as an ATV facility from April 15 to
November 15 and as a snowmobile trail during the winter months. The west parking
lot of the Ojibwa Park is kept plowed during the winter for snowmobilers’
access.
Fishing and canoeing
opportunities abound on the Chippewa River. The entire Park is designated as a
wildlife refuge and is not open to hunting at any time.
The park is open for camping
from the first of May to the last day of the regular gun deer hunting season
(near the end of November). The campsites in the Park are available on a first
come/ first serve basis. Each of the three non-electric sites has a $10.00 per
night fee. Each of the twelve electric sites has a $15.00 per night fee.
There is a large stone
pavilion in the Park that can be reserved for a $35 per day fee. The pavilion is
often used for large groups, picnics, receptions, and other celebrations. If not
reserved, the pavilion is open for public use.
Ojibwa Park was established
in 1932 by a gift to the people of the State of Wisconsin from Mr. & Mrs. Robert
W. Baird, Ojibwa Sales Co., and Northern States Power Company.
Ojibwa Roadside State Park
was developed and operated by the Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources. In 1981,
the Winter Area Lions Club assumed maintenance and operating responsibilities of
the Park. In 1990, the ownership of the Park was transferred to the Township of
Ojibwa.
For additional information
contact:
Ojibwa Park Committee
N5361 Cty. Road G
Winter , WI 54896
Or
Ojibwa Service Station
Tom Helsing 715-266-5923
Situated 2 miles north of Winter and 30 minutes southeast of Hayward, Winter Greenhouse is an attractive destination for many visitors to the Northern part of the state. With over 1000 different varieties of herbaceous perennials, they also carry a large and unique selection of annuals, including combination hanging baskets up to 36 inches in diameter. A large nursery including a wide range of hardy roses, trees and shrubs, has something to suit all tastes. An expanse of colorful display gardens encircling and pond and waterfall has created a virtual oasis in the Northwoods. There are also plenty of merchandise and garden center items, as well as gifts for people to choose from. New for 2007, they are offering Landscape Design and Installation Services. Check their website at www.wintergreenhouse.com or call for a free catalog .
Winter Lakes and Rivers…..Another of our pride and joys!
Trophy size fish are abundant in the natural habitat of the
many lakes and rivers in our Area. Stocking programs through the Winter Lakes
Alliance, the county, and the Department of Natural Resources insure that
fisherman will have good catches for future generations. This makes for great
fishing any day for musky, bass, walleye, and panfish and a great challenge to
the many fishing tournaments held in the area. The following is a list of some
of the larger lakes and rivers where you can launch your boat or fish from shore
and try your luck or test your angling skills:
Lake Winter
Lake Loretta
Barker Lake
Perch Lake
Island Lake
Black Dan Lake
Black Lake
Fishtrap Lake
Connors Lake
Lake of the Pines
Barker Lake
Windfall Lake
Chippewa Flowage
Radisson Flowage
Flambeau River
Chippewa River
The Tuscobia State Trail
The Tuscobia State trail is a refurbished 74-mile railroad grade once owned by the Chicago, Minneapolis, St Paul and Omaha Railway (The Omaha Road). Bought out by the Chicago & Northwestern Railway, this portion, called the Park Falls Line, once served as the lifeblood for the area through early logging, farming and settling.
During its peak, this line produced over 50 cars of logs per day well into the 1940’s and 1950’s. Extending from Tuscobia To Park Falls, Wisconsin, the trail is now owned by The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and was converted to a recreation trail, beginning in the early 1970’s.
Depending on the time of year, section of the trail and your particular interests, activities on the trail include ATV riding, snowmobiling, hiking, canoeing, fishing and bird watching. In Ojibwa, the Chippewa River is very close to the trail as is a very popular campground with camping, electricity, toilets, shelter, picnic tables and fire pits.
Each section of the trail has its own charm from the Blue Hills near Birchwood, to the Chequamegon National Forest NE of Draper Loretta. During Winter’s July Jubilee on July 4th each year, 10 K and fun runs take place along the trail.
The Friends of the Tuscobia Trail came into existence in 2002 to preserve, protect and restore native ecosystems and to help to insure ethical and safe trail usage. Since their inception, they have been focused on developing facilities and resources along the trail.
The renovation of the Winter Railroad Depot into a Chamber Welcoming Center, Trailhead and Historical display is one such project.
Soon, a comprehensive trail improvement project will begin through the support of the Sawyer County Board of Supervisors, local trail user groups, trail municipalities, the Friends group and the DNR. Look for better access, better parking, facility development and more to be the result.
For more information, brochures and resources of the trail, contact:
Winter Area Chamber of Commerce
Box 245 - Winter, WI 54896
Phone: 715-266-2204 or 800-762-7179
Friends of the Tuscobia Trail, Inc.
Box 24 - Winter, WI 54896
Phone: 715-266-2444
