Chequamegon National Forest, Easy 4x4 trail in Park Falls, WI
    Easy
    Overlanding
    4.3

    Chequamegon National Forest

    Park Falls, WIMidwest

    Chequamegon National Forest is a easy 120+ miles off-road trail near Park Falls, WI. It requires a stock high-clearance 4WD with all-terrain tires and is best run May - October. Stock Jeep Wranglers, 4Runners, and Tacomas can complete it without modifications.

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    Chequamegon National Forest is northern Wisconsin's overlanding paradise, offering 860,000 acres of gentle forest roads through some of the Midwest's most spectacular fall color. Maple corridors blaze with gold and crimson each autumn, while summer brings lush green canopies and lakeside camping opportunities throughout this vast forest. The terrain is welcoming to all skill levels, with well-maintained forest roads connecting scenic lakes, flowages, and peaceful camping areas.

    Fun Facts

    #1

    The Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival is one of the largest mountain bike races in North America.

    #2

    The forest's name comes from the Ojibwe language, meaning 'place of shallow water.'

    #3

    At 860,000 acres, Chequamegon-Nicolet is one of the largest national forests east of the Mississippi.

    Length
    120+ miles
    Elevation
    1,200 - 1,800 ft
    Best Season
    May - October
    Permit
    Not Required
    Best fall colors860,000 acresGentle terrainMaple corridorsLakeside camps

    🛞 Tires

    recommended
    All-terrain tires

    🔧 Suspension

    optional
    Stock suspension

    ⚙️ Drivetrain

    recommended
    4WD helpful

    🪢 Recovery

    recommended
    Basic kit
    1
    Park Falls Office
    45.9345, -90.4423
    2
    Mondeaux Flowage
    45.3234, -90.2678
    3
    Mellen Scenic Drive
    46.3345, -90.5890

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    GPS Coordinates

    45.9345, -90.4423

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