Sam Campbell Memorial Trail - Hiking trail near Three Lakes, Wisconsin, United States - Description
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| Name | Sam Campbell Memorial Trail | |
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| Summary | Trail leads through a forest of pines, balsam, and hardwoods, and offers a variety of spring birds and wildflowers | |
| Type | Day Hike - Loop | |
| Distance (Total) | 1.8 miles / 2.9 km | |
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| Hiking Season | - All Year Long | |
| Things To See | - Lake Views - Wildflowers - Wildlife - Woods | |
| Difficulty | Easy | |
| Rating | Trail has not been rated. | |
| Nearby Town | Three Lakes, Wisconsin, United States | |
| Link | http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/cnnf/rec/trailsntours/nic_10.html | |
| Permit Required | No | |
| Trail Map |
This trail is named in honor of nature enthusiast, philosopher, and writer, Sam Campbell. It leads through a forest of pines, balsam, and hardwoods, and offers a variety of spring birds and wildflowers. A self-guiding brochure available at the trailhead interprets the area using the writings of Sam Campbell. A section of the trail leads to Wegimind Point and Vanishing Lake, a focal point in many of Campbell's writings and lectures. The Three Lakes Historical Society is a partner with the Forest Service in managing the trail. Benches are provided.
From Three Lakes, take State Highway 32 east for 4 miles to Military Road (FR 2178). Turn left and go north 4-1/2 miles to Old Military Road (FR 2207). Take left fork onto Old Military Road and proceed north 1 mile to the trailhead. Parking is available for 3 vehicles.
| Latitude | 45.8531653603 degrees / 45° 51.190' / 45° 51' 11.40" |
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| Longitude | -89.07371521 degrees / -89° 4.423' / -89° 4' 25.37" |
| Created by Nick on 12/17/2007 |
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