This is one of the oldest and most popular cross-country ski trails in the Eagle River area. Trails are groomed for traditional-style skiing as well as ski-skating. Several loops are available over varied terrain from easy to difficult. Anvil is excellent for hiking and mountain biking in the summer and fall. It is also a designated watchable wildlife area, especially for woodland warblers.




Anvil Lake NRT
Point of Interest
Additional Information
National Recreation Trail Details
Length: 12 Miles
Loop Trail: No
Primary Trail Type: Snow Trail
Additional Trail Types: -
Agency: USDA Forest Service
Entry Fee: -
Fee Notes: -
Parking Fee: 3
Permit Fee: -
Trail Use Notes:
None
Seasonal Use Notes:
None
Location: 10 mi. E of Eagle River on SR 70.
County: Forest
State: WI
Townships: -
Driving Directions:
From Eagle River, take State Highway 70 east for 9 miles to parking lot #1 on right (south), or take State Highway 70 east eight miles to Military Road (FR 2178) on the left (east).
Average Grade: 5%
Maximum Grade: 30%
Elevation High: 1750 Feet
Elevation Low: 1700 Feet
Elevation Gain: -
Average Width: 120 Inches
Minimum Width: -
Primary Surface: Grass or vegetation
Additional Surfaces: Grass or Vegetation
Year Designated: 1978
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