North Country National Scenic Trail (WI)
Brule River State Forest, Douglas County, WI
Point-to-point trail in Brule River State Forest, Douglas County, WI. Hiking.
- Distance
- 187.8 mi (302.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 5,886 ft (1,794 m)
- Est. Time
- 63 hr 25 min
- High point
- 1,585 ft (483 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall: Big Manitou Falls 18.6 mi (30 km) from start
- Shelter 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from start
- Visitor center 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Pattison Backpack Camp Area 20.3 mi (32.7 km) from start
- Waterfall: Little Manitou Falls 20.3 mi (32.7 km) from start
- Shelter 66.2 mi (106.6 km) from start
- Shelter 66.2 mi (106.6 km) from start
- Trailhead: Swedish Settlement Trailhead 142.7 mi (229.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Swedish Settlement 144.3 mi (232.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Beaver Lake Campground 149.8 mi (241.1 km) from start
- Shelter: Penokee Ski Trail Shelter 159.4 mi (256.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: Copper Falls State Park Office 168.5 mi (271.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Group Campground 169.2 mi (272.3 km) from start
- Campsite: North Campground 169.8 mi (273.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 170.3 mi (274.1 km) from start
- Waterfall: Copper Falls 170.3 mi (274.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Copper Falls view 170.4 mi (274.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Brownstone Falls View 170.5 mi (274.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 170.5 mi (274.4 km) from start
- Waterfall: Cascades 170.8 mi (274.8 km) from start
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Questions about North Country National Scenic Trail (WI)
How long is North Country National Scenic Trail (WI)?
North Country National Scenic Trail (WI) is 187.8 mi (302.3 km) long. Most people take about 63 hr 25 min. It climbs 5,886 ft (1,794 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,585 ft (483 m).
How hard is North Country National Scenic Trail (WI)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for North Country National Scenic Trail (WI)?
24 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on North Country National Scenic Trail (WI)?
Drinking water on the way at 170.2 mi (273.8 km). Toilets: 19 mi (30.6 km), 66.2 mi (106.6 km), 66.8 mi (107.5 km).
Is North Country National Scenic Trail (WI) shaded?
Mostly shaded (76% under trees).
What can you do on North Country National Scenic Trail (WI)?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for North Country National Scenic Trail (WI)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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