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SNOWMOBILE VACATION GUIDE ADVERTISING SECTION

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Cable Area

The Cable Area is truly a Northwoods snowmobiling paradise . Its “ Up North ” winters are made for outdoor recreation .

In the Cable Area alone , there are more than 150 miles of impeccably groomed trails , connecting to an additional 500 miles of groomed trails county wide , and more than 1,000 miles of ungroomed forest roads . With frequent opportunities to stop at scenic vistas paired with great lodging , dining and socializing establishments , this is a trip you need to make .

Most snowmobilers in the Midwest are aware of the fantastic winter playground found near the Cable Area of Southern Bayfield County . The spectacular vistas and breathtaking scenery will capture your heart and imagination , making for lifelong memories .

A special treat for riders can be found travelling from Cable on Trail 15 and connecting with Trail 63 . It takes you north through Drummond and Grand View as it heads toward Mason . Along this trail , riders will cross two refurbished railroad trestles , the 585-foot 18 Mile Creek Bridge , and the 325-foot White River Ramblers Snowmobile Bridge , each providing their own stunning views .

Trail 70 traveling east out of Cable brings riders to scenic Lake Namakagon , the 10th largest natural lake in Wisconsin . From there a trek south on Trail 8 provides an excellent opportunity

to view all the natural beauty of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest , as riders travel along the Rock Lake Semi-Primitive Area .

With almost a million acres , this unspoiled national treasure offers the best in Midwest snowmobiling without the crowds of more widely known destinations ! Ask the locals where to go for the best rides and hospitality , and then ask them about the “ Piano Bar ” for a good insider laugh . East of Lake Namakagon along trail 90 you can find “ God ’ s Country .” It ’ s a must-stop photo opportunity for any snowmobile enthusiast .

In this uppermost part of Wisconsin , trails lead in all directions through this serene National Forest region , offering several choices or varied terrain and views , from dense , lush , frosty forests to pristine , snow-covered fields to breathtaking , frozen lake-scapes . The famed stick trails will guide you across the frozen lakes from point to point .

When staying in this area , snowmobiles are the only transportation you will need because practically everything is accessible via the trail system . Excellent lodging with roaring fireplaces , great food and drinks , and exceptional hospitality can be found trailside throughout this area .

Let ’ s not forget the fun ! Several premier snow events occur in this area , including the Drummond Dirt & Sno Jacks Barstool Races Held the Saturday of Presidents Weekend . Check out dirtandsno-jacks . com for info or to join the fun . Another winter classic , The World ’ s Longest Weenie Roast ,

PHOTO CREDIT : JULIE FRIERMOOD

is held the first weekend in March at Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon . Snow Outlaw sleds race at 150 + mph , and there are also citizen races including Grudge Match Snow Drags , open to everyone with something to prove . Any sled , any class , anyone and everyone can race ! Pick your own lineup of up to four racers at a time on a marked 500-foot track . Check out lakewoodsresort . com / worlds-longest-weenie-roast for more information .

The Cable Area is your premier snowmobile destination . It offers consistently groomed trails , and the state ’ s friendliest lodging , dining and entertaining establishments . The Cable Area also makes an excellent jump-off point to some other great riding areas including Hurley , the U . P ., into Minnesota , and , of course , the rest of Bayfield County . This winter , visit the Cable Area of the Northwest Wisconsin – find your winter hotspot !

Wisconsin state trail passes are required so please plan ahead . A non-resident single-year pass costs $ 50 , or a pass for a snowmobile that is registered in Wisconsin for a non-snowmobile-club member costs $ 30 .

Or why not join one of the area snowmobile clubs and take advantage of discounted trail passes ? An annual trail pass purchased by a member of a snowmobile club that is affiliated with the Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs ( AWSC ) costs just $ 10 . You ’ ll save money while supporting the clubs that keep the trails in fantastic shape ! Those discount trail passes may be ordered through the

AWSC website at awsc . org .

Passes for state-registered snowmobiles for non-club members , or for a sled registered in another state , can be purchased on the Wisconsin DNR website at gowild . wi . gov .

Trail passes are delivered by U . S . mail . When ordered online , a temporary trail use receipt is issued to allow you to legally operate on snowmobile trails . Carry the receipt with you until

your physical trail pass sticker is delivered by mail and affixed to your snowmobile ’ s windshield .

Check out the Namakagon Trail Groomers at namtrails . com or the Drummond Dirt & Sno Jacks at dirtandsno-jacks . com for club information . Additional details about the Cable area is can be found at the Cable Area Chamber of Commerce website at Cable4fun . com .

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