Oneida County Snowmobile Trails
Oneida County, Wisconsin
Oneida County is home to more than 1,000 miles of expertly groomed snowmobile trails — some of the finest in the Midwest — connecting communities including Rhinelander, Minocqua, Three Lakes, Lake Tomahawk, and Sugar Camp. Oneida County is the birthplace of the Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs. Trails connect seamlessly to Vilas, Forest, Langlade, and Lincoln Counties and into Michigan's Upper Peninsula, giving riders access to thousands of additional miles. Groomed nightly by dedicated club volunteers, Oneida County snowmobilers return year after year for the outstanding snow conditions and trailside amenities.
Miles
1000 mi
Difficulty
Varies
Groomed
Yes
Fee
Required
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Oneida County is the birthplace of the Association of Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs and home to 1,000+ miles of groomed trails — one of the largest trail networks in the Midwest. Sugar Camp's two full-time groomers and Three Lakes-Brule River's four-times-weekly grooming schedule set the standard for trail quality in northern Wisconsin.
Grooming Info
Trails groomed nightly to almost daily by dedicated club volunteers. Three Lakes-Brule River groomed 4+ times per week. Sugar Camp operates two full-time groomers. Check trail conditions before heading out at oneidacountywi.com/trail-reports.
Trail Systems
Hodag Sno-Trails (Rhinelander)
150 miles of outstanding trails around Rhinelander through beautiful northern Wisconsin scenery. Trail 15 is a scenic ride heading north through Sugar Camp. Connects to trails in Oneida County, Vilas County, Forest County, and Lincoln County. Rhinelander is known as the Home of the Hodag.
Trailheads
- 📍Multiple in and around Rhinelander — see Hodag Sno-Trails for map
📞 Hodag Sno-Trails Snowmobile Club — snowmobilenorthwoods.com
Minocqua Forest Riders
150+ miles of expertly groomed trails in northern Oneida County. Trails groomed almost daily focusing on keeping conditions great for weekend riders. Connects northern Oneida County with trails in Price County, Vilas County, and the Willow Flowage.
Trailheads
- 📍Minocqua area — see Minocqua Forest Riders for map
📞 Minocqua Forest Riders Snowmobile Club — snowmobilenorthwoods.com
New-Tom Sno Fleas (Lake Tomahawk)
120+ miles of trails in north-central Oneida County connecting to routes throughout the county including Rhinelander, Sugar Camp, and beyond. Lake Tomahawk sits in the heart of the Northwoods.
Trailheads
- 📍Lake Tomahawk — see New-Tom Sno Fleas for map
📞 New-Tom Sno Fleas Snowmobile Club — snowmobilenorthwoods.com
Three Lakes-Brule River Trails
186 miles of trails in northeastern Oneida County through sections of the Nicolet National Forest. Groomed four or more times per week depending on conditions. Connects to routes in Rhinelander, Sugar Camp, and surrounding communities. Partnered with the Northern Lights Snowmobile Club for nearly 400 miles combined.
Trailheads
- 📍Three Lakes — see Three Lakes-Brule River Trails for map
📞 Three Lakes-Brule River Trails — snowmobilenorthwoods.com
Sugar Camp Snowmobile Club
Nearly 80 miles of trails between Rhinelander and Eagle River in Vilas County. Founded in 1971, the club operates two full-time groomers. Connects to Rhinelander, Three Lakes, St. Germain, and Eagle River — making Sugar Camp an ideal hub for multi-day rides.
Trailheads
- 📍Sugar Camp — between Rhinelander and Eagle River
📞 Sugar Camp Snowmobile Club — snowmobilenorthwoods.com
Bearskin State Trail
Scenic trail on a former railway corridor connecting Minocqua and Tomahawk. Maintained by the Cross Country Cruisers. An important scenic corridor for snowmobilers traveling between communities.
Trailheads
- 📍Minocqua and Tomahawk access points
📞 Cross Country Cruisers — snowmobilenorthwoods.com
Rules & Regulations
- All snowmobiles must display Wisconsin State Trail Pass AND state registration sticker
- Wisconsin residents: $30 annual pass — OR $10 with AWSC club membership at awsc.org
- Out-of-state trail pass required — purchase at dnr.wi.gov or sales agents
- Riders born after January 1, 1985 must complete DNR snowmobile safety course and carry certificate
- Children under 12 cannot operate a snowmobile unless accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Stay on marked trails — off-trail riding is trespassing
- Maintain safe speed and follow all regulatory signage
- Always wear a helmet and warm clothing
- Never ride alone
- Alcohol and snowmobiling do not mix — alcohol is a leading cause of accidents
Trailer Parking
| Location | Address | Trail Access |
|---|---|---|
| Rhinelander — multiple locations near downtown | Rhinelander WI — contact Hodag Sno-Trails for specific lots | Hodag Sno-Trails system |
| Minocqua — multiple trailhead locations | Minocqua WI — contact Minocqua Forest Riders for specific lots | Minocqua Forest Riders system |
| Three Lakes — multiple trailhead locations | Three Lakes WI — contact Three Lakes-Brule River Trails for specific lots | Three Lakes-Brule River system |
| Lake Tomahawk trailhead | Lake Tomahawk WI | New-Tom Sno Fleas system |
| Sugar Camp — parking near trail access | Sugar Camp WI | Sugar Camp Snowmobile Club trails |
ATV / UTV Clubs
- 🏍️Hodag Sno-Trails Snowmobile Club — Rhinelander, 150 miles
- 🏍️Minocqua Forest Riders Snowmobile Club — northern Oneida County, 150 miles, groomed almost daily
- 🏍️New-Tom Sno Fleas — Lake Tomahawk, 120 miles
- 🏍️Three Lakes-Brule River Trails — northeastern Oneida County, 186 miles, groomed 4x/week
- 🏍️Sugar Camp Snowmobile Club — Sugar Camp, 80 miles, 2 full-time groomers, founded 1971
- 🏍️Cross Country Cruisers — Bearskin State Trail corridor, Minocqua to Tomahawk
- 🏍️Northern Lights Snowmobile Club — partners with Three Lakes-Brule River for 400 combined miles
Official Resources
Location
Quick Facts
- County
- Oneida County
- Trail Types
- Snowmobile
- Total Miles
- 1000 miles
- Difficulty
- Varies
- Season
- winter
- Groomed
- Yes
- Fee
- Yes