Sightseeing and Hiking Locations in Wisconsin: Rainbow Lake Wilderness
National Wilderness Area in Wisconsin
If you are looking for tips on finding some of the best sightseeing destinations and locations in Wisconsin, you just found the right place! Below I have provided my personal review of Rainbow Lake Wilderness in northern Wisconsin. Good luck planning your trip!Location & Information:
Rainbow Lake Wilderness is located in Drummond, Wisconsin, in Bayfield County in northern Wisconsin. For additional information you can call 406-243-6933 or email info@wilderness.net.
Travel Distances to Rainbow Lake Wilderness: (www.mapquest.com)
Milwaukee, Wisconsin: 376 miles
Madison, Wisconsin: 308 miles
Green Bay, Wisconsin: 262 miles
St. Paul, Minnesota: 165 miles
Minneapolis, Minnesota: 164 miles
Twin Cities, Minnesota: 174 miles
Chicago, Illinois: 447 miles
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin: 256 miles
La Crosse, Wisconsin: 217 miles
Appleton, Wisconsin: 268 miles
Important Key Notes & Tips about Rainbow Lake Wilderness:
* established as a national Wilderness area by US Congress in 1975
* hiking trails, including two maintained trails
* includes a national hiking trail, The North Country National Scenic Trail
* camping, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, climbing activities can be done at Rainbow Lake
* cross-country snow skiing trails available during the winter months
* fishing is excellent on Rainbow Lake
* "leave no trace" techniques are required during your visit
* bring your camera!
About Rainbow Lake Wilderness in Wisconsin:
Rainbow Lake Wilderness is located in northern Wisconsin, just north of the town of Drummond. Rainbow Lake Wilderness was designated as a Wilderness area in 1975 by US Congress, and currently consists of over 6,500 acres, including 15 lakes and 9 ponds.
- Part of the North Country National Scenic Trail
- Cross-Country Snow Skiing Trails Available During the Winter Months
- Fantastic Fall Season Sightseeing Location
