Burnett County Trails: Open!

ALL SNOWMOBILE AND ATV WINTER TRAILS IN BURNETT COUNTY ARE OPEN!!!

Groomers are out and gates are being opened as soon as possible.

Below is a reminder to you all of the winter trail rules:

1. Only registered machines meeting the state definition of an ATV and UTV, Wisconsin Statutes 340.01 (2g) and 23.33 (11p), are allowed on the trail system, as well as registered snowmobiles.   Follow this link for state definitions: http://dnr.wi.gov/files/PDF/pubs/le/LEA507.pdf or call the DNR Call Center: 1-888-936-7463 (7 am – 10 pm, seven days/week).
2. From December 1 through March 31st you may operate your ATV/UTV on State-Funded Winter ATV trails when a 4 inch groomed snow base is present. These trails are shown on the Snow Trails Map in blue. If we do not have snow, the Frozen Ground ATV Winter Trail will be open for use once the ground is frozen. These trails are shown on the back of the Winter Trail Map.  
3. The blue blazers indicate the Winter-use ATV trail.  Green blazers indicate the Frozen Ground ATV Winter Trail.  
4. These trail systems may be closed by the county if an early thaw exists, and rutting or damage begins to show.

Remember to respect other trail users and enjoy the ride!

Kari Letch
Bookkeeper
Burnett County Forest & Parks