Home to some of the best bike trails in Wisconsin, Bayfield County is a paradise for cyclists. Plan a trip to Bayfield this fall and pedal past breathtaking views of fall foliage, Lake Superior, and rolling hills while feeling the crisp breeze against your skin. Stay at Old Rittenhouse Inn and experience the perfect basecamp for all your fall adventures. Bring your bike or rent one from Howl Adventure Center and start exploring the trails!
CAMBA Trail System
Bayfield is proud to be part of the Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA) trail system. This network of off-road bike trails spans over 300 miles through the region’s wilderness areas, with more than 135 miles of singletrack, 70 miles of groomed winter trails, and over 200 miles of mapped gravel routes. Start riding the CAMBA trails at Mt. Ashwabay, just seven miles from Old Rittenhouse Inn.
Mt. Ashwabay Trails
Start biking at Mt. Ashwabay and choose from 120 miles of singletrack trails, featuring fun elevation changes, switchbacks, and descents.
- Diesel Bear: Easy 1.4-mile loop through mixed forest with serpentine, short climbs, and rolling singletrack.
- Dirt Lip: Intermediate 1.7-mile loop with quick and exhilarating ups and downs. Can connect with Diesel Bear for a longer ride.
- Trogdor: Difficult 2.4-mile point-to-point trail with rapid descents and punchy ups. At the top, bikers will be rewarded with views of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands.
Bayfield County Road Biking
Madeline Island Loop
One of the best ways to explore Madeline Island is on wheels! Start at La Pointe and bike along Middle Road to access many of the island’s top attractions, restaurants, shops, trails, and historic sites.
Sand Bay Loop
The Sand Bay Loop is a 27-mile loop that takes you along Sand Bay on the Red Cliff Reservation. Bike to the beach and marina area for scenic views of Sand Island, York, and Eagle Island.
Orchard Loop
Fall is the best time to bike along the Orchard Loop, home to more than a dozen berry and orchard farms in Bayfield. Follow County Highway J and bike to several of these destinations for apple and berry picking and fall festivities!
Plan Your Fall Getaway in Bayfield, Wisconsin
The Bayfield, Wisconsin, bike trails are just one way to experience the magic of fall in our charming Midwestern town. While you are here, we invite you to hike nature trails, pick apples, kayak Lake Superior, attend fall festivals, and sign up for a spooky ghost tour. Book your Wisconsin fall getaway with Old Rittenhouse Inn today!