The Hayward/Cable area has become one of the top gravel riding destinations in the Midwest. The Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA) has mapped over 200 miles of gravel routes across Sawyer and Bayfield Counties, winding through the national forest, county forests, and quiet rural roads with minimal traffic. Whether you're looking for a quick 20-mile after-work ride or a multi-day bikepacking adventure, the network of forest roads here delivers.
Interactive Route Map
Explore CAMBA gravel routes across the Chequamegon region. Upload your own GPX files, view elevation profiles, and discover new rides.
Riding Areas
Hayward & Seeley
Rolling forest roads south and east of town. Great for shorter rides with easy access from Hayward. Mix of packed gravel and quiet county roads.
CAMBA Hayward/Seeley RoutesCable
The heart of gravel riding in the region. Dense network of forest roads through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest with varied terrain and elevation.
CAMBA Cable RoutesMoose Lake Area
Vast wilderness riding on remote forest roads. Less traveled, more adventurous. Check for road closures before heading out — some routes were affected by past storms.
CAMBA Moose Lake Area RoutesDelta
Northern routes extending toward Lake Superior with connections into the Bayfield County forest system.
CAMBA Delta RoutesDrummond
Deep forest riding through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Remote and scenic routes with minimal traffic.
CAMBA Drummond RoutesNamekagon
Riding along the scenic Namekagon River corridor. Quiet forest roads with lake and river views throughout.
CAMBA Namekagon RoutesWashburn
Northern routes near Lake Superior with scenic lake views and longer ride options into the Bayfield County forest.
CAMBA Washburn RoutesFeatured Routes
Tour de Chequamegon
~100-mile loop
The first Midwest bikepacking route featured on bikepacking.com. A multi-surface loop through waterfalls, forests, and small towns. Can be ridden as a single epic day or a weekend bikepacking trip. Starts from Cable or Telemark Village.
tourdechequamegon.comCAMBA Gravel Routes
Various distances
CAMBA maintains a dedicated gravel map highlighting popular routes across all communities. Routes range from casual 20-mile loops to full-day adventures. Available for purchase at local bike shops and the Hayward Visitor Center, or online.
cambatrails.org/trails/gravel-ridingEvents
Hungry Bear Gravel Race
May (Second Saturday)
Three distances to choose from: Hungry Bear 100 (100 miles), Snacking Bear 60 (60 miles), and the Climbing Cub for a shorter challenge. Hosted by New Moon Ski & Bike out of Hayward.
Tour de Chequamegon Weekend
Summer
A supported group ride of the full Tour de Chequamegon bikepacking loop, organized as a weekend experience with aid stations and camaraderie.
Good to Know
Cell Coverage
Cell service is limited on many forest roads. Download your maps and routes offline before heading out. The Trailforks app has a dedicated gravel map layer with downloadable GPX tracks.
Season
Gravel riding season runs April through November. Spring roads can be soft after snowmelt — mid-May through October is the sweet spot. Winter riders switch to fat biking on CAMBA's groomed winter trails.
Trail Pass
A CAMBA trail pass is required to ride the maintained trail system. Passes support trail building and maintenance. Available at local bike shops or online at cambatrails.org.
Road Conditions
Some routes, especially east of Drummond and north of Namakagon, may be affected by past storms. Check the USFS website or ask at a local bike shop for current road conditions before riding remote routes.
Resources
New Moon Ski & Bike
Bike sales, rentals, and service. Hosts the Hungry Bear gravel race.
715-634-8685newmoonski.com