Snowmaker

Snowmaker is a cross-country ski route in northern Wisconsin, about 2 miles from the town of Cable. It is a short, out-and-back trip of roughly 0.2 miles, with a total climb of about 60 feet and a moderate rating. The route is nearly flat, with the steepest stretch at about 7% grade near the start. The high point is about 1,400 feet, and the low point is about 1,367 feet. Winter is the natural season for skiing here. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Drummond show January highs around 19°F with lows near 3°F, while March runs warmer, with highs around 37°F. Several other ski routes sit just 0.1 mile away, including The Drive, The Plunge and the Birkie Classic. The Namekagon River, about 0.8 mile off, offers river fishing.