Black River State Forest Conditions

Conditions as of Thursday, October 9, 2008:

• Camping
• Trails

All-terrain Vehicle (ATV) Trails

All trails were groomed within the last two weeks and are in fair to good condition. Enjoy these last few days of the ATV season as the trails will close after October 15. Trails will reopen on December 15 for the winter season providing we have frozen ground conditions.

Visitors who regularly park in the north Settlement parking lot by Millston will be pleased to see the upgrades to the lot. We plan on upgrading additional lots by next spring.

Remember to practice good safety while riding the trail. Most weekends unfortunately include at least one accident on the trail system and the two common denominators are too much speed and a lack of rider experience.

Other good ATV safety reminders

Please help protect the sport of ATVing by riding responsibly and legally. you see others riding illegally please report their behavior to our law enforcement officers.

Wisconsin ATV Laws

Ride safely, smartly, and have a great time on our trail system!

Camping

Campsites are available year round. Reservations can be made for Castle Mound for dates May 9 through October 5 by using the Web [exit DNR] or calling (888) 947-2757, TTY (800) 274-7275.

No firewood that originates more than 50 miles from the campground you are staying in can be brought to the forest. This is to protect the forest from emerald ash borer.

DNR Outdoor Report
Weather [exit DNR]

For more information, ask Black River State Forest, (715) 284-4103 or (715) 284-1400.