Hickory Ridge Cross-Country Ski Trail

Trail Uses: Hiking, Cross-country Skiing, Snowshoeing

Directions: Located in Northern Chippewa County in the County Forest. The trail begins at the parking lot off of 225th Avenue (Bob Lake Road).

Fees: None. Donations accepted.

Trail Descriptions: This trail winds through quiet and scenic oak and aspen forests. The trail length is 14.2 km. It consists of 3 loops. All loops are challenging to the skier with rolling to steep grades. All loops are signed with either a snowflake blazer or a blazer depicting a skier, complete with kilometer markings. Ski trail rest shelters are located at the North and South loops. The entire system is groomed for both traditional and skate skiing. No dogs permitted.

South Loop: The trail begins at the parking lot off 225th Avenue. The first kilometer is two ways. Use caution and watch for other skiers.

North Loop: The terrain becomes more challenging with longer downhill and uphill grades.

Tram Lake Loop: This trail exits the North Loop just beyond Kilometer 3 and is the most challenging section of the entire system. The Tram Lake Loop is 3.5 kilometers.

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