Biking in North Central Wisconsin
One of the best ways to experience North Central Wisconsin all year long is on a bike! Whether you're looking for mountain biking trails, bike paths, fat tire snow biking, or paved trails, we've got it all.
Here are more resources for you to successfully bike all over North Central Wisconsin:
- Season: Bike all year long! Note: This is subject to change depending on trail closures and weather conditions.
- Trail maps & passes: See below for each county’s specific, recommended biking paths and trails. Depending on where you are biking, you may need car, or on-foot admissions passes. Here is Wisconsin State Park trail pass information.
Plan your trip today and come bike your way through or around North Central Wisconsin.
Popular Biking Trails
- Ahdawgam Trails
- Green Circle Trail
- Langlade County Trails
- Marinette County Trails
- McComb Nordic Ski Trails for mountain biking
- Milwaukee Road
- Nicolet National Forest Trails
- Oneida County Trails for bikers of all abilities
- Schmeeckle Reserve
- Shawano County Trails
- Standing Rocks County Park
- Stevens Point Sculpture Park
- Tomahawk Trails
- Tomorrow River State Trail
- Wood County wooded bike trails
Where to go biking in Wisconsin:
Biking in Florence County
Located along the Wisconsin-Michigan border, Florence County is a wilderness paradise. More than half of the county’s land is publicly owned forest – more than 250,000 acres – making Florence County one of the wildest places in Wisconsin.
Explore the Nicolet National Forest, which offers hundreds of thousands of acres for hiking, hunting, wilderness camping, birdwatching and mountain biking. Horseback riders will find riding opportunities on Bush Lake Flats Trail and Hall’s Creek Trail.
Biking in Forest County
In the heart of the majestic Nicolet National Forest, this 147 mile figure-8 route takes you through quiet vistas, along pristine waterways, and scenic roads. For more information www.visitforestcounty.com or nicoletwolfriverbyway.com
Biking in Langlade County
Langlade County, The County of Trails, offers cyclists many different riding options: winding in forest trails, smooth paths through farmlands or relaxing routes around local lakes. For a more physical ride, Langlade County offers seven different trails for mountain bikers to choose ranging from beginner to expert. So what are you waiting for? Get your bike and ride "The County of Trails!" For more information, go to www.langladecounty.org.
- Antigo Single Track Mountain Bike Trail
- City of Antigo Bike Route
- Gartzke Flowage Recreation Area
- Jack Lake Mountain Bike Trail at Jack Lake Recreation Area South Trailhead
- Moccasin Lake Recreation Area
- Nicolet Roche Trail
- Wolf River State Trail - non-motorized section
Biking in Lincoln County
For fall fun in Lincoln County - check out this trail that follows the abandoned Milwaukee Road railroad bed and goes north from Tomahawk to the Lincoln County line near Lake Nokomis. For more information Lincoln County
Biking in Marinette County
Marinette County is ideally located in Northeast Wisconsin on the shores of Green Bay bordering the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. State and county parks provide restful, scenic surroundings to spend leisure time. Endless trails provide recreation for adventurers who desire to ATV, snowmobile, hike, bike and cross country ski. Over 230,000 acres of county forest land are available for hunting and exploring wildlife.
Biking in Oconto County
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest provides a wide variety of mountain biking opportunities ranging from well-maintained and signed loops to more challenging cross-country travel. The McComb Nordic Ski Trails are the perfect location during the Summer for mountain biking. This trail includes four different loops that range from easy to difficult. There are plenty of off-road adventures throughout the entire forest by hitting back roads and old logging roads across the District. For more information, click here!
Biking in Portage County
Portage County is a biker's paradise! From paved paths to trail riding, you can do it all in Portage County.
Start with the iconic Green Circle Trail. Perfect for riders of all ages and abilities, it offers 27-miles of scenic trail. The best part? It connects to even more trails worth exploring, including the Schmeeckle Reserve, the Stevens Point Sculpture Park, and the Tomorrow River State Trail.
More of a downhill daredevil? Venture to some of the best mountain biking trails in Wisconsin at Standing Rocks County Park. The park which offers a combo platter of old-school narrow legacy trails and new wide, smooth flow trails will keep beginners to experts enjoying their ride.
Participate in Wisconsin's only enduro race! Enjoy areas of Standing Rocks that are only open during the event by registering for the third annual Standing Rocks Enduro to put your skills to the test!
Want more? Check out our can’t miss list for biking with more trails and road routes. Be sure to order Portage County visitor guides from the Plover Area CVB and Stevens Point Area CVB.
Biking in Shawano County
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Feelin' Outdoorsy?? - Hit the Trails!
With over 400 miles of groomed and marked snowmobile trails that wind through majestic forests and scenic meadows, Shawano County is a snowmobiler's paradise.
Whether you're looking for a date night, retail therapy with the girls or fun with the kiddos, check out Shawano Country!
Biking in Wood County
Rides for the whole family! Explore the area that was once a glacial lake bed. Secluded wooded trails, miles of paved trails along the Wisconsin River, including through Ben Hansen park where the Wisconsin State Firefighters Memorial is located.
Over 20 miles of scenic trails connecting users to all Marshfield has to offer. Catch the action on mountain bike trails in the Village of Hewitt. The Wisconsin Rapids Area has the 25 mile Ahdawgam trails (two-sided rapids) through the city and along the river.