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Snow blanketed forests filled with the sights and sounds of the Wisconsin North Woods is
what allures many Snowmobilers to Iron County. Boasting nearly 200 inches of snow
annually and over 450 miles of meticulously groomed trails and great reasons to set your
sights on this beautiful county for your next riding adventure. Riders can also experience
the mining heritage of days gone by with many remnants of how Iron County received its
name.

Mercer, is a popular snowmobile hub
located in southeastern Iron County, is a
great place to begin your riding adventure.
This area has trails radiating in all directions
for snowmobilers to enjoy along with ample
accommodations. A choice trail of interest is
Corridor 8, which travels west of Mercer
past Lake of the Falls scenic area and the
Turtle Flambeau Flowage. This trail
meanders through beautifully wooded well
groomed trails on its way toward Ashland
County. Nature loving riders enjoy an
adventure on Trail 19 as it winds through the
Northern Highland American Legion State
Forest south to Manitowish offering scenery
snowmobilers must experience to
appreciate.

Mercer is the destination of choice for many riders wishing to enjoy a delicious meal or rest after a long on the
trails in one of many comfortable lodging accommodations. It is close to the famous Red Light Snowmobile Rally
every December, the first snowmobiling event of the season.

Trails of interest throughout this county are numerous. A few favorites are Corridor 2 north-west of Hurley which
passes near Rock Cut Gorge, a popular scenic point of interest, along a scenic journey toward Saxon. Another is
trek on Trail 3 to quaint Saxon Harbor nestled on the shores of majestic Lake Superior. A journey on Corridor 17
guides riders south along the Upper Michigan border past beautiful Pine Lake. This trail crosses many rivers and
creeks offering excellent viewing of wildlife and the natural splendor common to Iron County, Trail 77 takes a
southwestern course through the rich historic iron mining towns of Montreal, Pence and Iron Belt with a unique
opportunity to view the Plummer Mine Headframe. This is the only remaining mine headframe in Wisconsin.

In the southern section of Iron County, Springstead located on Trail 182, welcomes riders to enjoy well marked
trails that wander through dense snow covered forests for a unique winter experience.

Iron County, filled with wonderful scenery and rich iron mining heritage, is an excellent choice to spend a week or
weekend exploring all this area has to offer. Snowmobilers will be able to experience fine dining choices along
with comfortable accommodations.