2.1 mi
Distance
52 ft
Elev. Gain
44m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Spectacle - Kentuck Lake is a point-to-point trail in Nicolet National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Vilas County, Wisconsin. It is 2.1 miles long and gains 52 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Eagle River, Wisconsin, about 12 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 537 ft |
| High point | 0.2 mi | 544 ft |
| End | 2.1 mi | 520 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Eagle River, WI · about 12 mi away
- County:
- Vilas County, WI
- Jurisdiction:
- Nicolet National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail
Spectacle Lake Campground (wisconsin)
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Kentuck Lake Campground
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Franklin Lake
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Anvil Lake
5.6 mi awayNicolet National Forest
Eagle River, WI
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