ATV AND SNOW TRAILS

These are trails easily accessible.  For snow trails heading towards Hurley, go north on Weber Road (left out of the driveway). These trails start directly across nearby Hwy 51.  To access all ATV trails or the snow trails towards Mercer, turn right (east). Take Weber Road as it curves north (turning into Robin Road). In a few hundred yards, you will cross Hwy 51 and be on the trail system.  Heading north will take you towards Hurley and the majority of the trail systems. Heading south will take you to Mercer and all it has to offer. Both routes will require you cross over Hwy 51 (please use good sense and caution).  We have included a number of trail maps for you to use, but there are a number of great establishments along the way that serve food and beverages, year-round. Check out the Mercer Area Sno-Goers for updated winter trail info.

 

MOTORSPORTS

• B&B Adventures of Mercer – UTV rentals
• SS Motorsports services all your power sports needs. Say hello to the owner John, who is about the nicest boat, ATV, and snowmobile mechanic around (ok, he’s probably the only one).

 

WINMAN and MECCA TRAILS

Whether it’s mountain biking in the summer, or XC skiing, snowshoeing, fat-tire biking in the winter, WinMan trails are amazing (and only a 15 minute drive). Featuring over 25 miles of trails from beginner to expert, these trails draw people from many hours away.  MECCA trails (under 10 min drive) offer 21k of groomed  XC skate,  classical and showshoeing. Find more information on their websites:   

 

WinManTrails &  MECCA Trails

 

DOWNHILL SKIING (all near Hurley / Ironwood)

• Whitecap
• Blackjack
• Powderhorn
• Indianhead
• Porcupine

PAVED BICYCLE TRAILS

The Mercer Bike and Hike Trail is the northern-most portion of the 52-mile Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail system that winds through lakes, rivers and forests to connect Mercer with Manitowish Waters, Boulder Junction, Sayner, and St. Germain. Our 7.8 mile trail is a mix of paved trails and rustic roads with beautiful bridges crossing rivers and wetlands.

 

SHOOTING RANGE

The county shooting range is just 4 miles south of Mercer off Hwy 51. It is free (donations appreciated in drop box). This facility is modern and accommodates a wide variety of shooting sport interests. Check out their website for more information.  

 

WATERFALLS

The area is full of smaller waterfalls, which you can find by googling “Waterfalls near Mercer, WI”, but if you’re looking for epic larger waterfalls, check out Interstate Falls (20 min drive) or Copper Falls State Park (hour drive).

 

Lake of the Falls – small but very pretty waterfall about 5 miles from the cabin

1. National Black River Scenic Byway

• ~35 Miles, 40 minutes north by Ironwood, Michigan
• 4 different waterfalls each with parking area
• Black River Harbor at Lake Superior, footbridge

Interstate (Peterson) Falls Hurley, WI – ~ 25 miles north in Hurley

Copper Falls State Park

• 45 Minutes (fastest to Hurley, then SW to north of Park Falls)

• Beautiful waterfalls & hiking trails

Many others in Iron County – check local brochures (most in Hurley area)

                            

AREA LAKES

The area is full of water recreation. While Weber Lake is non-motorized, many of the nearby lakes and chains are. Manitowish Waters is a short 15 minute drive and has full motorized access to a chain of lakes that runs all the way down to Minocqua.  Put in a Manitowish Waters and spend a day cruising the chain of lakes. Enjoy water sports or simply enjoying the nature, fancy lake homes, and watching for bald eagles.

 

DINING

Dining in Mercer is amazing! You never need to cook a single meal. 

• Around the Corner Pub – great pizzas, burgers and pub flare 
• The Pines – outdoor dining, German cuisine, ice cream, along with live music most weekend evenings
• Heart of the North
• Wolf’s Den – located in the Great Northern Motel for amazing nightly food specials, a great lakeside view, and cornhole (bags)
• Ding-A-Ling Supper Club
• Lazy Ace (BBQ & Pizza)
• Liberty Way Tap & Home Slice Pizza – (Home Slice delivers!)
• Cranberry Inn
• Tom’s Café – bring cash (they don’t accept credit cards)
• Beaver Lodge
• Yukon 51 (a regular stop on the ATV/Snow trails)

Hurley / Montreal / Gile

• Sharon’s Coffee Company
• Kimball Inn
• Burgers Bar

Ironwood

• Cold Iron Brewing (Craft Beer Tap Room – can bring your own food) Ping Pong, Corn hole

Manitowish Waters

• Ye Olde Shillelagh
• Pea Patch
• Little Bohemia
• Aberdeen Lodge
• Blue Bayou Inn (heard great things, never been)

GROCERIES

• Snow’s Market for most all your grocery (and adult beverage) needs.
• Dollar General for snacks and various last minute household items

 

SHOPPING

• Wampum Shop (Mercer) – gift shop & candy
• Impulsive Necessities – gift shop & clothing
• Paw Shop (Mercer) – resale shop, you never know what you’ll find!
• Turtle River Trading (Mercer) – bait & tackle
• Dan’s Antiques (Ironwood, Michigan) - if you like antiques, this is the place
• Ben Franklin (Ironwood, Michigan) claims to be the Northwood’s largest gift shop

 

GOLF

• Tahoe Lynx in Mercer – 9 hole, never busy, great to take the kids out there
• Trout Lake – Minocqua
• Germain Country Club – St. Germain

 Check out the Mercer Chamber of Commerce WEBSITE for more information on these and other things to do in the area