Birkie Trail System
Open year-round with 9 trailheads between Hayward and Cable. Wide, well-maintained trail perfect for easy to moderate hiking with rolling terrain through beautiful hardwood and pine forests. No fee required for summer use (donations welcome).
CAMBA Singletrack Trails
Over 300 miles of marked and mapped trails through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Designed for mountain biking but many excellent for hiking — be alert and yield to bikes. Hatchery Creek and Rock Lake systems are particularly popular for hiking.
Hayward Town Forest
Great close-to-town option with approximately 2.5 miles of trails through scenic mixed woods. Several small loops available. Trails connect to both the Birkie Trail and CAMBA singletrack. Map posted at warming hut/pavilion.
Rock Lake Trail System
Stacked-loop system east of Cable offering options from 2.5 to 10 miles through rolling terrain, mixed woods, and past clear spring-fed lakes. One of the most scenic hiking destinations in the area.
Green Lake–Little Siss Trail
Non-motorized trail system with about 2.5 miles of trail through picturesque Sawyer County forest. Two trailheads provide convenient access. Great for a casual nature walk.
Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
For more remote exploration, pick up the "Great Divide Ranger District: Hiking, Skiing, and Snowshoeing Trails" brochure at the Hayward Information Center or Great Divide Ranger District station. Avenza Maps app offers downloadable national forest maps for offline use.