Local Attractions
Trails, cycling, and things to do in and around the Three Lakes area.
Trails, cycling, and things to do in and around the Three Lakes area.
On Foot
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest surrounds the Three Lakes area, offering extensive trail networks managed by the US Forest Service. Better printed maps for some trails are available at the Three Lakes Information Bureau.
Rated the #1 trail in the AllTrails listing for Nicolet National Forest. A classic north woods hike through forest and around lakes.
Hidden Lakes Trail →Paradise for mountain biking and cross-country skiing, and a great multi-use trail network in the area. The Hidden Lakes Trail passes through this corridor.
Nicolet North Trail →A pleasant walk around the lakes — a good option for a shorter or more relaxed outing.
Luna-White Deer Trail →By Bike
The Three Eagle Trail is a popular recreational trail in the Three Lakes area, used for both cycling and snowmobiling. Trail maps are available as downloadable PDFs below.
Official trail brochure with route information (2013 edition).
Download PDF →A high-quality map from vilascounty.com showing the full trail corridor.
Download PDF →More Nearby
A regional museum covering the history of petroleum in northern Wisconsin.
VCNR Article, Apr. 2021 →Live video streams from nearby Deer Lake at Northernaire Resort, Aqua Devils Beach (Big Stone), and Sunset Grill.
Three Lakes Webcams →Background reading on cycling infrastructure and trail economics in Wisconsin.
Valuing Bicycling in Wisconsin (2010) →