Burnett County Snowmobile Trails
Burnett County, Wisconsin
Burnett County offers over 300 miles of snowmobile trails winding through wooded and open areas, connecting to all surrounding counties. Snowmobile trails are open December 1 through March 31 when a 4-inch groomed snow base is present and trails have been officially opened. The Gandy Dancer Trail — a former railroad grade — is a key corridor through the county connecting Polk County to the south with Burnett County communities including Siren, Webster, and Danbury. Trails are marked with orange blazers and groomed by local snowmobile clubs.
Miles
300 mi
Difficulty
Varies
Groomed
Yes
Fee
Required
Don't Miss
The Gandy Dancer Trail — 47 miles of crushed limestone railroad grade — is one of Wisconsin's premier snowmobile corridors, passing through four communities with trailside lodging, dining, and services. The trail connects to Polk County's system to the south for extended multi-county riding.
Stay Informed
Sign up for real-time trail opening and closing alerts at burnettcountywi.gov/list.aspx
Trail Systems
Gandy Dancer Trail (Snowmobile)
The south segment of the Gandy Dancer Trail extends 47 miles from St. Croix Falls in Polk County to Danbury in Burnett County. Surfaced with crushed limestone, it passes through Siren, Webster, and Danbury with trail parking, restaurants, lodging, and services in each community. Open to snowmobiles December 1 through March 31. Features four bridge-trestles and scenic vistas of lakes, rivers, and forests.
Trailheads
- 📍St. Croix Falls (south)
- 📍Siren
- 📍Webster
- 📍Danbury (north) — see Gandy Dancer map for parking locations
📞 Burnett County Tourism — 715-349-5999 or 715-204-4235
Burnett County Forest Snowmobile System
250+ miles of additional snowmobile trails throughout the county forest system connecting to Washburn, Polk, and Douglas Counties. Trails cross wooded and open areas with access to communities throughout the county.
Trailheads
- 📍Multiple — see 2024 Snow Trail Map at burnettcountywi.gov
📞 Burnett County Forest & Parks — burnettcountywi.gov/trails | Trail alerts: burnettcountywi.gov/list.aspx
Rules & Regulations
- Snowmobile trails open December 1 through March 31 with 4-inch groomed snow base required
- Trails officially opened by county — check burnettcountywi.gov/364 for current status
- Snowmobile trails marked with orange blazers
- Snowmobiles and ATVs/UTVs must be registered or licensed — trail passes required
- ATVs/UTVs must meet state definition to be allowed on winter trails
- Groomers and logging trucks may be on trails at any time — use caution
- Contact individual townships for town road rules during winter
- Sign up for email/text alerts at burnettcountywi.gov/list.aspx
Trailer Parking
| Location | Address | Trail Access |
|---|---|---|
| Siren — community parking near trail | Siren WI — see Gandy Dancer map for specific lots | Gandy Dancer Trail |
| Webster — community parking near trail | Webster WI | Gandy Dancer Trail |
| Danbury — community parking near trail | Danbury WI | Gandy Dancer Trail north terminus |
ATV / UTV Clubs
- 🏍️Lake Country Riders Snowmobile Club — Siren, Burnett County — lcrsc.com
- 🏍️Burnett County Snow Trails Association — facebook.com/bcwissnow (current trail status updates) — facebook.com
- 🏍️Turf & Tundra ATV Club — turfandtundra.org (combined ATV/snowmobile club) — turfandtundra.org
Official Resources
Location
Quick Facts
- County
- Burnett County
- Trail Types
- Snowmobile
- Total Miles
- 300 miles
- Difficulty
- Varies
- Season
- winter
- Groomed
- Yes
- Fee
- Yes