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Head to the heart of northern Wisconsin to find an unforgettable winter wonderland this year. Vilas County is home to more than 700 miles of expertly groomed snowmobile trails that wind through the Northwoods, as well as nearly 100 silent-sports trails that offer outstanding opportunities for winter hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. Anglers will find more than 1,000 lakes ideal for ice fishing, and Vilas County also offers a wide array of attractions, lodging properties, restaurants, and shops to explore. Plan your winter getaway today!

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Snowmobiling on Buckatabon Lake in Conover.

Trails & Lakes

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Lakes & Rivers

World-Class Waters

Vilas County is home to one of the largest collections of freshwater lakes on the planet, so there's plenty to explore, whether you're boating, swimming, fishing, or paddling.

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Snow covered Bauers Dam

Trails

Get Ready for Adventure

Visit the Northwoods of Wisconsin, and you'll find nearly 90 multi-use trails for hiking, biking, ATVing & UTVing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and more. Plus, we're home to hundreds of miles of expertly groomed snowmobile trails in the winter.

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Snowy path through the woods of Madeline Trail in Vilas County, Wisconsin

News

Hit the Trails With This Helpful App

Download the free Map It Vilas County trails app today and you’ll have all the information you need to launch and adventure on Vilas County’s trails. You’ll find interactive maps (that work even if you don’t have a signal), trail info, and searchability that lets you find trails by activity, location, amenities, and more.

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Map It app running on an iPhone

Vilas Map It App Reviews

"Great app!! It helped us navigate the trails during our last trip up north."

"Every time somebody tells me they're going to visit Vilas County, I tell them to download this app. It's helped me discover lots of fun new trails and keep track of my favorites!"

"This is my go-to app when I'm hiking in the Northwoods. Love being able to find all kinds of new trails to explore!"

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