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Bailey Lake Equestrian Trail

Enjoy this 15-mile trail from high in the saddle. Take your horse on a slow trot through a tall, red pine forest over what was once a logging road and railroad grade at the turn of the century. Early loggers used a combination of horse drawn sleds and trains to haul timber from the woods. 

Once the snow falls, parts of this trail are used as a snowmobile route.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

55234

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

Spring through Fall

Humans and Horses - You can get water to filter from Bailey Lake.

When visiting, please remember:

  • Nonmotorized use only
  • No bicycles
  • Please keep  your pet on a leash for their safety
  • Please stay on the marked trail

Offices: Eagle River Ranger

Address: 1247 E. Wall St. Eagle River, WI 54521
Phone: 715-479-2827
Hours: Monday - Friday – 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.cnnfadmin@usda.gov

Getting There

Parking

There is space for approximately 10 vehicles with horse trailers.

Directions

From Three Lakes, 

  • take State Highway 32 east 4 miles to Military Road (FR 2178).
  • Turn left and go north 2 miles to Sheltered Valley Road (FR 2182).
  • Turn right and go east 2 miles to (FR 3861B).
  • Turn left into parking area 

Additional Information

Operated By

USDA Forest Service

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 10, 2025