Washburn Area Trail Conditions

For detailed local area conditions,  please see Gary Dalzell's report on snowtracks: Click Here   Ashland/Bayfield County conditions: Click Here   Places to stay in Washburn   When passing through signed fields of private landowners, riders must stay on the trail. Continued riding off of the marked trails on private property will result in the trail being closed. For further information regarding county & federally owned land, please contact;  Bayfield County Forestry Chequamegon US Forest Service   For emergencies in Bayfield County, please contact; Bayfield Co. Sheriff at; 715/373-6120   Map of trails in Bayfield County To order a map of the Ashland/Bayfield County trail system, Click Here
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Snowmobilers' Code of Ethics

1. I will be a good sports enthusiast.
   I recognize that people judge all snowmobile owners by my actions.
   I will use my influence with other snowmobile owners to promote fair conduct.
    
2. I will not liter trails or camping areas. I will not pollute streams or lakes.
    
3. I will not damage living trees, shrubs, or other natural features.
    I will go out only when there is sufficient snow so I will not damage the land.
    
4. I will respect other people's property and rights.
    
5. I will lend a helping hand when I see someone in distress.
    
6. I will make myself available to assist search and rescue parties.
    
7. I will not interfere with or harass hikers, skiers, snowshoers, ice anglers,
   or other winter sports enthusiasts.
    I will respect the rights of others to enjoy recreational facilities.
    
8. I will know and obey all federal, state and local rules regulating the operation of snowmobiles in area where I use my vehicle. I will inform public officials when using public lands.
    
9. I will not harass wildlife.
    I will avoid areas posted for the protection of feeding of wildlife.
    
10. I will stay on marked trails or roads open to snowmobiles.
     I will not snowmobile where prohibited.