Trail Description:
This trail traverses some hilly terrain and offers good hiking and mountain biking opportunities, as well as being groomed for cross-country skiing (traditional). It includes three loops with one loop for beginning skiers. Five walk-in campsites are located around Lauterman Lake complete with tables, tent pads, fire rings, and wilderness-style toilets. If the fish are biting, you may find yourself hooking northern pike, bass, perch, and panfish. An added feature is an Adirondack-style shelter that provides a rest or picnic stop for hikers and skiers alike. This trail connects with Perch Lake to the north and the Pine River and Chipmunk Rapids Campground to the south. A trail map is available at the trailhead. Other trails connected to this system are the Perch Lake Trail, Ridge Trail, and the Assessor's Interpretive Trail.
Specific Hiking and Trail Information for the Lauterman National Recreation Trail
Location of the Lauterman National Recreation Trail: Nicolet side
Length of Trail: 5 - 10 miles
Estimated Difficulty (Forest Service Estimate): Intermediate
Travel Information
Trailhead Directions: Access to this trail is from two locations. From Florence, take State Highway 70 west 12 miles to FR 2154. Turn left and go south 1/4 mile to the trailhead on the right. Parking for 12 vehicles is on the left. Or from Florence, take State Highway 70 west 15-1/2 miles to FR 2450 turn left and go south 1 mile to FR 2156. Go southeast 2 miles to trailhead. Parking for 4 vehicles is on left (east).
Nearby Cities with Hotels: Hayward, Ashland, Rhinelander
For more information on this hike
National Forest: Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
Address:
1170 Fourth Avenue South
Park Falls, WI, 54552
715-362-1371
715-762-2461
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