The Plunge

The Plunge is a short, flat out-and-back cross-country ski route in northern Wisconsin, about 2 miles from the town of Cable. The trail is only about 0.2 miles long, with a high point of 1,402 feet and a low of 1,371 feet, so the climb is nearly flat and the total gain and loss are each about 23 feet. It is a moderate route, and its brevity makes it an easy addition to a day spent exploring the surrounding ski trails. Winter is the natural season for this route. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Drummond show January highs around 19°F with lows near 3°F, while February runs a little warmer at about 25°F. Summer is much milder, with July highs near 76°F and lows around 56°F. Several other cross-country ski routes sit just 0.1 mile away, including Roller, Snowmaker and The Carousel. For a change of pace, the Namekagon River offers river fishing about a mile off, and Two Lakes campground is roughly 8 miles away.