Vilas County ATV & UTV trails connect the communities of St. Germain, Arbor Vitae, Lincoln, Eagle River, Conover, Phelps, Presque Isle, and Land O’ Lakes in northern Wisconsin.
Current routes developed by the Landover ATV Club , St. Germain ATV Club, Winegar Riders ATV Club, and Lakeland ATV Club connect the communities of Eagle River, Conover, Phelps, Land O’ Lakes, Presque Isle, St. Germain, and the Arbor Vitae area. Riders can cover a variety of terrain, from paved roads to dirt routes on former fire roads. Vilas County’s ATV/UTV route system also connect to routes and trails in neighboring counties throughout the Northwoods of Wisconsin.
Opening date for trails is dependent on weather and trail conditions.
Navigating the trails is easy with the Map It Vilas County trails app. It covers on-road and off-road routes and it’s good for long-haul rides as well as shorter outings. The app uses GPS and works without a cell signa, so it will keep you on track.
For more maps and ATV/UTV information, visit the Vilas County Forestry Department’s website.
Along with the privilege of enjoying the sport comes the responsibility of making sure you are operating these vehicles safely and responsibly. ATV and UTV operators born on or after January 1, 1988, who are at least 12 years old for ATV (and at least 16 years old for UTV) must complete an ATV and UTV safety certification course in order to operate on public ATV/UTV trails and areas in Wisconsin. Individuals under the age of 18 must wear a helmet. For more information about ATV/UTV riding in Wisconsin, visit the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources website.
