1/25/2026
Did you know that Hayward has more than just skiing and snowmobiling? If you enjoy hiking, winter doesn’t have to bring it to an end, the Hayward area has many snowshoeing trails available for the public to enjoy! Don’t own snowshoes, we have you covered there too. New Moon Ski Shop and the Cable Natural History Museum both have snowshoe rentals, check out their websites for more information.
In the Hayward area, there are three free trails available for snowshoeing and several more in surrounding communities.
- The town of Hayward Recreational Forest has a 4 mile snowshoeing trail that is groomed to keep it usable. You can find some pictures and information at their facebook page here.
- The Hatchery Creek Trail is located just outside of Hayward at the Hatchery Creek Trail head (county park). Hatchery Creek offers 3 miles of intermediate level trails.
- The third, Hospital trail, starts on Hospital Road. A 4 mile trail that is marked with color tape to help users stay on the snowshoe trail.
All the information you need about snowshoeing can be found at the Hayward Lakes Visitor and Convention Bureau’s website.
1/18/2026
Snow, Snow, and More Snow!
For those of you visiting Hayward this past weekend—wow, what a surprise! While predictions were all over the map, we managed to eke out several inches of fresh powder. It was a fantastic outcome for our guests who wanted to hit the trails right from our front door.
If you’re a snowmobiler planning a getaway to Hayward, we highly recommend following the Sawyer County Snowmobile and ATV Alliance on Facebook. Their team works tirelessly to keep the trails groomed and ready for action. Their page offers:
Regular trail condition updates
Safety warnings and alerts
Behind-the-scenes highlights of the hardworking volunteers who keep the system running.
We cannot thank them enough for their service to our community! Please give them a "like" and a follow when you get a chance.
Hayward is a community that works together to provide the best guest experience possible. For more local tips, visit the Hayward Lakes Visitors and Convention Bureau. Their website is an excellent resource for finding local businesses to support and checking live trail reports.
Pro Tip: Don't forget your trail pass! They are required by the DNR. While you can buy them locally, we recommend arriving prepared by ordering yours online today via Go Wild.
1/14/2026
Winter in Hayward
Nestled in the heart of Wisconsin's picturesque Northwoods, Hayward is more than just a charming small town—it's a vibrant hub of activity all year long! Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just looking for a fun family getaway, Hayward has something special in store for you.
Winter in Hayward has already proven to be full of outdoor activities, but we have only just begun! This weekend, January 16-18, we have something for everyone! The Ski de She camp and race are being hosted by the American Birkebeiner Association. For those of you looking for a Fat Tire event, the 2026 CAMBA Seeley Big Fat Race is taking place this Saturday (January 17th). And, for those of you looking to put some miles on your snowmobile, there are the hundreds of miles of maintained trails that Hayward is known for, but this weekend in Winter, WI the Winter Sno-Xtravaganza is taking place!
January has many more upcoming events including NABA Family Ice Fishing event. You can find this and other local events at the Hayward Lakes Visitor and Convention Bureau’s calendar of events (https://haywardlakes.com/events/calendar/)
As we approach February, the Birkie Week activities will be on everyone’s mind, but don’t forget about the Hayward Lions Pre-Birkie happening on February 7th. The main event, the 52nd American Birkebeiner, will be taking place from February 18th-22nd. All of Hayward will be buzzing with excitement and there will be a variety of family-friendly events ensuring a race for every age and skill level!
We all know that Hayward slows down in the spring, but don’t be fooled. The Park Center is hosting events all year long, including throughout March when you can attend a variety of musical performances and The International Fly Fishing Film Festival!
On top of all of the scheduled events, don’t forget that we have so many outdoor, unscheduled opportunities from snowmobiling and skiing to ice fishing and snowshoeing. Hayward has something for everyone!
If you are looking for a place to stay, check out our website or give us a call!
