A dynamic collage promoting outdoor recreation with the bold text “PLAY” at the center, accompanied by the tagline “UNPLUG. EXPLORE. REPEAT.” It features vibrant photos of people engaging in various activities including mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, fishing, golfing, cross-country skiing, fat tire biking, snowmobiling, and participating in a large ski race event. The images capture all seasons and highlight the Cable Area’s diverse adventure opportunities.
Cable, Wisconsin is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering an array of activities such as mountain biking on the CAMBA trails, ATV/UTV riding on numerous off-road trails, fishing in the pristine lakes, canoeing on the Namekagon River, and hiking through the scenic Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.
Winter sports enthusiasts can enjoy snowmobiling and cross-country skiing during the colder months.
The area also hosts several signature events, including the renowned Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival, the American Birkebeiner cross-country ski race, and the Cable Area Fall Fest, which showcase the vibrant local community and natural beauty of the area.
Be sure to check the area events calendar to see all upcoming events and plan your visit.
With its diverse activities and events, Cable is an ideal destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.

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The Cable Area hosts a variety of signature events throughout the year, celebrating its outdoor beauty and vibrant community.  These events, held throughout the year, showcase the unique charm of Cable, Wisconsin, making it a fantastic destination year-round.  Also, check our Calendar of Events for a complete listing of events in the area.

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  • The Cable Area Fall Fest is held annually the last Friday & Saturday of September in the middle of downtown Cable.
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The Cable area is rich with attractions that cater to outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and families alike. The Cable Natural History Museum offers interactive exhibits, live raptor programs, and guided adventures, making it a must-visit for wildlife lovers. For those interested in local heritage, the Cable Namakagon Historical Museum provides a fascinating glimpse into the region’s past.  Forest Lodge Library, housed in a historic 1925 log cabin, serves as a community learning center, offering books, media, and local history resources.  The Drummond Public Library & Historical Museum serves as a community hub in Drummond, Wisconsin, offering books, digital resources, and local history exhibits, which showcases artifacts from the area’s logging era, including taxidermy displays and historical documents. Visitors can enjoy a warm, welcoming space designed for learning, research, and community engagement.

The Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center in Ashland offers interactive exhibits, a five-story observation tower, and regional visitor information, and serves as a gateway to the Lake Superior region.


Outdoor recreation is abundant, with Cable Town Trails winding through scenic forests and meadows, while Cable Recreation Park features biking trails, pickleball courts, and a playground. Families can explore the Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area, designed to connect children with nature through free play experiences.

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The Cable area offers a vibrant mix of live music, festivals, and entertainment, blending Northwoods charm with local and touring talent. Whether it’s intimate performances, seasonal events, or big-name acts, there’s always something happening. Park Theater in Hayward provides a cozy venue for live music, comedy, and theatrical performances, offering a welcoming space for both local artists and touring acts. Meanwhile, Big Top Chautauqua, a 900-seat tent theater near Bayfield, is renowned for hosting legendary musicians like Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and Joan Baez, alongside original productions featuring its house band, the Blue Canvas Orchestra. Whether you’re into rock, folk, country, or blues, the region’s entertainment scene offers something for everyone.

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  • Nestled on Lake Namakagon, this getaway offers lodge rooms, condos, and golf villas, plus boating, fishing, snowmobiling, and golf, making it a perfect year-round retreat.
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Staudemeyer’s Four Seasons Resort

  • Nestled on the serene shores of Lake Namakagon, this resort offers a range of comfortable accommodations, from cozy lakefront rooms to spacious suites. Guests can enjoy year-round activities including fishing, boating, snowmobiling, and ice fishing. An on-site bar and frequent live music during the summer makes this a great spot to sit on the lawn and enjoy lake views.
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The Cable Area offers public places with beaches and swimming access that are perfect for families and children. Plus, there are many lodging properties & resorts that offer private swimming and beaches right at their establishments.

Want to build a sandcastle on the beach or stay where you have awesome swimming for families? We have places for that! If you’re looking for a quiet afternoon, you can find yourself at one of our no-wake or non-motorized lakes.

Many businesses offer rentals of boats and water sports equipment as well.

Check our Area Directory to find local member businesses that have what you need.  Whatever you’re looking for, there are plenty of places to dip your toes!

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Lake Namekagon Recreation Area
Two Lakes Recreation Area (Lake Owen & Bass Lake)
Lake Owen Recreation Area
Drummond Lake Community Park
Perry Lake
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And with over 70 rivers and streams in the Cable Area, you’ll have plenty to do to keep everyone busy.

Rent a canoe or kayak to float down one of the areas rivers.

The Namakagon River offers a slower moving waterway with lots of opportunity to see wildlife, and a few small rapids, there area many picnic areas that line the shores of the Namakagon, pack a picnic! The White River in Drummond offers a trip through many of our most pristine and untouched wilderness areas, no rapids on this river, just smooth traveling. The Brule River just north of Drummond offers many different trips to satisfy everyone in your group, a slow moving trip, or a fast and furious rapid adventure!

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The lakes in the Cable Area have all the watersports action you’ve been waiting for! Fishing, ski boats and pontoon boat rentals are available on the sister lakes of Namakagon and Owen, or boats can be delivered to your lake of choice. Area businesses also rent out water tubes, skis, wakeboards, knee boards, ropes or anything you need for your day on the water.

These Northern Wisconsin lakes are perfect for water tubing, waterskiing and wakeboarding, jet skis and many other recreational water activities that your family is up for.

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INLAND LAKE FISHING

The Cable Area has 963 named bodies of water which are home to over 20 species of fish. Musky, walleye, large and small mouth bass, northern and crappies are the most sought after. The sister lakes of Namakagon and Owen are the two most dominant lakes for all activities. If you’re looking for a quite non motorized lake to bring a belly boat into, we have those too.

Lake Namakagon is known for their walleye and musky. It is a great fish hatchery and trophy musky lake that regularly produces 40+ inchers. Crappies are also abundant in the waters.  Lake Owen is known for their walleye and small mouth bass. It is a world class small mouth lake. Crappies are also abundant.

Crappies and panfish are plentiful in all waters, including many wilderness lakes which are accessible only by foot and best fished by bellyboat.

RIVER FISHING

The Cable Area boasts over 70 rivers and countless streams. Fly fishing for trout and musky is a great way to spend a few hours on the water. Brook trout, brown trout, and rainbow trout are common in many of these streams with brook trout being the most abundant. Fly fishing enthusiasts work hard to keep these streams secret. Guides are available to take you onto these streams.

Local sporting goods stores are a great resource for expert advice on outdoor activities in the area. Their knowledgeable staff can provide insights on gear, conditions, and recommendations tailored to your needs. Be sure to stop in and chat with them before heading out. You can also find overview maps and detailed lake depth maps, perfect for planning your next adventure.

Grab some bait & a fishing license.  Check the fishing regulations. Have a FUN! day fishing.

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The Cable area is surrounded by the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, making it a prime destination for wildlife viewing. Visitors can spot white-tailed deer, black bears, elk, and even wolves in the region’s vast forests. The area is also home to bald eagles, loons, sandhill cranes, and a variety of songbirds, offering excellent birdwatching opportunities.

A highlight of the region is the Clam Lake Elk Herd, which has grown to over 350 elk since its reintroduction in 1995. These majestic animals roam across 400 square miles of forest, with prime viewing opportunities along Highway 77 and GG. An interactive elk information kiosk in Clam Lake provides details on their habitat, history, and best viewing spots.

For the best wildlife encounters, early mornings and evenings are ideal, especially along forest roads, lakeshores, and hiking trails. The Cable Natural History Museum offers guided programs and educational resources to help visitors learn more about local wildlife.

For those looking to explore on foot, the Forest Lodge Nature Trail provides excellent birding opportunities along its scenic loops, featuring black-throated blue warblers, thrushes, sparrows, and vireos. The Namekagon River is another hotspot, where paddlers can observe bald eagles, osprey, belted kingfishers, and mergansers.

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The Cable area is home to some of the best hiking trails in Northern Wisconsin, offering scenic routes through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.

Here are ten top trails to explore:

  1. Rock Lake Loop – A 9-mile moderate trail with rolling terrain and beautiful lake views.
  2. Conservancy Loop – A 2.3-mile easy trail, great for a relaxed nature walk.
  3. Namakagon CAMBA Loop – A 11.7-mile moderate trail, popular for hiking and biking.
  4. Forest Lodge Nature Trail – A 1.4-mile easy loop with interpretive signs and diverse habitats.
  5. Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area – A 0.4-mile easy trail, perfect for families.
  6. Spring Creek Trail – A 2.4-mile easy trail, offering peaceful forest scenery.
  7. Cable Town Trails – A network of scenic paths through pine and hardwood forests.
  8. Lake Owen Hardwoods State Natural Area – A beautiful forested trail with excellent wildlife viewing.
  9. Fairyland State Natural Area – A woodland trail with unique natural features.
  10. Porcupine Lake Wilderness, North Country Trail – A 4.3-mile section of the North Country Trail, passing through remote wilderness.

Each trail offers a unique experience, from easy nature walks to challenging backcountry hikes.

Be sure to pack bug spray & water.

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Welcome to the Mountain Biking Capital of the Midwest! Over 300 miles of mapped and marked trails greet the mountain bike enthusiast in the Cable Area. Developed by the Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA), the system is divided into six clusters, each with one or more trailheads. The system stretches from Hayward to Iron River, making the Cable Area the hub of one of Wisconsin’s best mountain biking destinations.

The CAMBA trails have become one of the Midwest’s most popular because of their variety, scenic beauty and “impossible to get lost” signage. The routes follow a variety of paths, including logging roads, fire lanes, snowmobile trails, ski trails and extensive singletrack. The terrain lends itself to riders of all abilities, from beginners to seasoned fat tire experts. There are no urban-style bike paths in this system. Forget crowded trails, for they don’t exist in the Cable area!

An overview map of the entire system is available to help get you to each trail head, while a set of four cluster maps provides detailed information for each trail. Maps are available at area bike shops and at the Cable Area Visitor Center.  Interactive maps are available online.

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The Cable area offers a variety of fitness options for residents and visitors looking to stay active. Country Strength, a small-group personal training gym, provides strength training and personalized coaching to help individuals build endurance and mobility.

The Town of Namakagon Fitness Trail features eight fitness stations along a scenic walking path, promoting outdoor exercise and wellness. The park also includes pickleball courts and a basketball hoop.

For those interested in recreational sports, the Cable Recreation Park includes pickleball and tennis courts, basketball hoops, and a bicycle skills course, making it a great spot for both structured workouts and casual play.  Cable has been recognized as a Wisconsin Healthy Community, supporting local efforts to improve overall well-being through fitness programs and outdoor trails.

Whether you’re looking for personal training, outdoor fitness, or recreational sports, Cable provides a welcoming environment for staying active.

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The Cable & Hayward Areas are known as the Golf Capital of WI, with several golf courses ranging from Par 72, 18-Hole Championship golf to the beginner golf instruction and family par-3 golf courses.

There is nothing quite like golfing in the Northwoods with picturesque landscapes, groomed fairways and rolling terrain. We host some of the best golf courses in Wisconsin and they are only within an hours drive or less of each other, it is a golfers paradise!

Choose a different golf course each day or play them all if you like. There are a variety of lodging facilities & rentals to accommodate a group of golfers, singles or couples.

Head to the Cable Area for you next golfing vacation or weekend getaway and play some of the top rated golf courses in Wisconsin.

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Cable, Wisconsin offers excellent ATV/UTV trails that wind through the Chequamegon National Forest, providing over 140 miles of rugged terrain and scenic routes for off-road enthusiasts. The area continues to expand its trail system with the help of local ATV/UTV clubs like Great Divide Riders and Drummond Sno-Jacks.

» Wisconsin ATV Regulations

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  WI Residents – Your ATV/UTV must be registered in Wisconsin; a Trail Pass is NOT required.

  Visitors – Your ATV/UTV must be registered somewhere; a Non-resident Trail Pass IS required.

Trail maps are available at local businesses or at the Cable Area Chamber of Commerce.

 

A detailed ATV/UTV trail map of the Cable Area, Wisconsin, highlighting designated routes, trails, and key landmarks. The map includes municipal boundaries, restricted areas, and sponsoring business locations such as lodging, rentals, restaurants, and repair shops. Symbols indicate amenities like fuel stations, public Wi-Fi, EV charging, and apparel shops. Major lakes, highways, and forest roads are labeled, along with ATV clubs and resorts that provide direct trail access. The legend clarifies trail types, access restrictions, and county boundaries.

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The Cable area is a stunning destination for fall colors, with vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows blanketing the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Peak foliage typically occurs late September to mid-October, offering breathtaking views along County Road M, Garmisch Road, and the North Country National Scenic Trail. Scenic drives, such as the Cable Area Fall Color Tour, take visitors through winding forest roads, lakeshores, and overlooks, showcasing the best of the season. The annual Cable Area Fall Fest adds to the autumn charm with live music, food, crafts, and family-friendly activities

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The Cable area offers stunning scenic drives through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, showcasing rolling hills, pristine lakes, and vibrant forests. Here are a few top routes:

  • County Road M & County Road D– A picturesque drive winding past Lake Namekagon, offering breathtaking views, especially in the fall.
  • Garmisch Road – A quiet, forested route leading to historic lodges and lakefront scenery.
  • Highway 77 to Clam Lake – A beautiful stretch known for elk sightings and dense pine forests.
  • Forest Road 192 – A peaceful drive through remote wilderness, passing Atkins Lake and North Country Trail access points.
  • Cable Area Fall Color Tour – A seasonal favorite, featuring winding roads, scenic overlooks, and peak autumn foliage.  These routes are beautiful anytime of the year.

Wisconsin’s Rustic Roads program highlights scenic, lightly traveled routes that showcase the state’s natural beauty, rolling countryside, and historic landscapes.  Three of these routes are within the Cable Area:

  • Rural Route 125 – winds through forests, wetlands, and glacial hills, offering a peaceful backwoods escape near the American Birkebeiner Trail.
  • Rural Route 108 – features towering pines, winding trails, historic landmarks, wildlife, scenic overlooks, glacial terrain, peaceful forests, and the iconic Dynamite Shack.
  • Rural Route 95 – Along with scenic forest views, visitors are apt to see a variety of wildlife including deer, bear and possibly even wolves and elk.

 

Each route offers a unique glimpse into Northern Wisconsin’s natural beauty, perfect for a relaxing drive any time of year.

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The Cable area is surrounded by stunning waterfalls, offering scenic hikes and breathtaking views.

One of the most notable, Morgan Falls, is the second tallest waterfall in Wisconsin.  Located between Mellen and Cable, this 70-foot cascade tumbles down moss-covered rock, creating a picturesque setting within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The 0.75-mile round-trip trail leading to the falls is well-maintained, featuring boardwalks and bridges for easy access.  For a longer hike, add the additional 1-mile out and back trail leads to St. Peters Dome, the 1,600 granite dome is the highest point in the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest. On a clear day you can see Lake Superior, 20 miles to the north.

Copper Falls State Park, located in Mellen, Wisconsin, is one of the state’s most scenic destinations, known for its ancient lava flows, deep gorges, and breathtaking waterfalls. The park features Copper Falls, Brownstone Falls, and Red Granite Falls, each offering stunning views along the Bad River and Tyler Forks River.  The Doughboy’s Nature Trail, which provides stunning views of Copper Falls and Brownstone Falls, has a half-mile section graded for wheelchair access, including twin observation decks overlooking Brownstone Falls.


The Cable Area is known as “The Great Divide” because it sits at a unique watershed boundary where water flows in two distinct directions. Rainfall and snowmelt in this region either travel southward to the Mississippi River, eventually reaching the Gulf of Mexico, or northward to Lake Superior, continuing through the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence River before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean. This natural divide is a defining feature of the landscape, shaping the area’s rivers, lakes, and ecosystems.

Pack a picnic and go enjoy the natural beauty of the Northern Wisconsin waterfalls!

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A collage showcasing various aspects of ice fishing. The central text reads "ICE FISHING." The collage includes images of people dressed in winter gear holding fish, a close-up of a fish caught on a line, and a scene of fishing equipment on the ice. The visuals emphasize the excitement and experience of ice fishing, highlighting the catch, the environment, and the tools used.

Wisconsin ranks 2nd nationally in fishing popularity and that doesn’t change when winter seals the lakes under ice. Bayfield County boasts over 963 named bodies of water allowing fisherman a wide variety of options for style, technique and species. Ice fishing action can be fast and furious. Many lakes have public boat launches allowing easy access onto the ice.  Crappie, bluegill, perch, walleye, northern, and bass are the most sought after species during winter months.

Grab some bait & a fishing license.  Check the ice conditions & fishing regulations. Have a FUN! day fishing.

A safety poster illustrating recommended minimum ice thickness for various activities and vehicles. The poster features visuals of ice fishing, snowmobiles, cars, trucks, semi-trucks, and fictional vehicles like an All Terrain Armored Transport and a Lizard Monster. It warns that ice less than 5 cm (2 inches) is unsafe and advises people to stay off. The thickness guidelines range from 10 cm (4 inches) for ice fishing to 250 cm (100 inches) for the largest vehicle.
Ice is never completely safe under any conditions.

If you head out to one of Wisconsin’s many lakes or rivers to ice fish, snowmobile, ATV, cross-country ski, or just to enjoy a winter day, we want you to have fun and be safe. A bit of advance planning and practicing basic ice precautions can help you return home safely. Ice safety | | Wisconsin DNR

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Community ice skating rinks are found in the towns of Cable, Drummond and Grand View. Community ice rinks have a variety of styles and sizes of ice skates to accommodate most skaters from ice skating to ice hockey. Many local resorts offer ice skating rinks for their guests to use free of charge or the public for a minimal fee.

Ice rinks are usually set by late December and will remain open as long as the season allows. Call the chamber during the early and late winter season to check ice conditions.

The Town of Cable’s ice rink is located on 1st St, behind the Fire Dept.

The Town of Drummond’s ice rink is located on Owen Avenue and lit at night.

Grand View’s ice rink is located at the town park on Highway 63 and lit at night.

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The Cable Area as a region is steeped in Nordic skiing history and home to one of the largest cross country ski trail networks in the county, the American Birkebeiner Trail. With 150 kilometers of interconnected trails you can ski for days. The woods take on a special beauty in the winter and there’s no better way to experience it than on cross country skis. The Cable Area was cited by CNN.com as one of the top 5 places to hit the horizontal slopes. Come and see why!

Many of our Cable Area trails are maintained by the National Forest. The North End ski trail and the American Birkebeiner trails are maintained by local non-profit organizations. Many resorts throughout the area have groomed and maintained cross country ski trails leaving right from their property. Trail maps are available at trail heads or at the Cable Area Chamber.

The Cable Area trails offer cross country skiing for everyone including delightful classic skiing, family-oriented trails or enough terrain for the most athletic skier. Plus, if that isn’t enough here there’s another 100 plus kilometers of trails within an hour’s drive!

 

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If events are your game, we’ve got a full slate of local, regional and national caliber races and tours throughout the season.

  • American Birkebeiner
  • Junior Birkie
  • Barnebirkie
  • North End Classic
  • Seeley Lions Pre-Birkie
  • Seeley Hills Classic
  • Birkie Trail Tour
  • Book Across The Bay

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Birkie Trail ski passes are required December – March to ski on any part of the 100+ km American Birkebeiner Trail System.

A trail pass required for North End Ski Club Trails, this is a separate system than the Birkie Trails and are not included in the Birkie All Access Pass.

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest charges day-use fees at most developed trailhead parking areas. Where applicable, signs are posted to inform visitors. The Forest provides payment envelopes on site where day-use fees are required. Simply write your information on an envelope, enclose your $5 payment, and drop the envelope in the payment box. Make sure to reserve the perforated tag for display in your vehicle.  Alternatively annual passes can be purchased from the Forest Service.

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SNOWMOBILE

The Cable area is a premier destination for snowmobiling, boasting over 1,200 miles of interconnected trails that wind through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Riders can explore scenic routes, frozen lakes, and forested terrain, with well-groomed trails maintained by local clubs like the Namakagon Trail Groomers. The system connects to county trails and the Tri-County Corridor, allowing for extended rides across Northern Wisconsin. Snowmobile rentals and guided tours are available through Runamuk Rides, offering access to top-quality equipment and direct trail access. Whether you’re looking for thrilling backcountry rides or smooth, well-maintained paths, Cable provides an unforgettable snowmobiling experience.

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The Cable area offers excellent snowshoeing opportunities, with scenic trails winding through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The North End Trailhead features well-groomed snowshoe trails alongside its ski routes, providing a peaceful winter experience. For a more adventurous outing, the American Birkebeiner Trail offers rolling terrain and deep-woods solitude, perfect for exploring on snowshoes. The Cable Natural History Museum also hosts guided snowshoe hikes, offering insights into local wildlife and winter ecology. Whether you’re looking for groomed paths or backcountry exploration, Cable provides a variety of options for winter enthusiasts.

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