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Wisconsin
Whisker Lake Wilderness
19.0 mi
Distance
1,699 ft
Gain
6h 46m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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Whisker Lake Wilderness
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 19.0 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,699 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,699 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
About this trail
Whisker Lake Wilderness offers a challenging 19-mile out-and-back adventure through remote Wisconsin backcountry. This trail penetrates deep into a pristine wilderness area, rewarding dedicated hikers with solitude, diverse forest ecosystems, and the opportunity to experience Wisconsin's wild character. The return via the same path ensures reliable navigation through this undeveloped landscape.
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