Howell Creek Hwt
Wisconsin
Free — you'll pick up right here.
7.1 mi
Distance
552 ft
Gain
2h 33m
Time
No verdict for this trail
We won't guess. Here is exactly what we do and don't know.
What we do know
Inside Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
We don't yet know which road reaches this trailhead, so we can't tell you if it's gated.
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Why you'll love it
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Howell Creek Hwt
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 7.1 mi
- Elevation gain
- 552 ft
- Elevation loss
- 552 ft
- Highest point
- 1,738 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,681 ft
Photos
Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Howell Creek Hwt is a scenic 7.12-mile out-and-back trail in Wisconsin that follows a creek drainage through mixed forest terrain. This moderate hike offers peaceful woodland walking with the soothing presence of flowing water, making it an excellent choice for hikers seeking a quieter natural experience away from heavily trafficked paths.
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