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SaveMarathon County trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Trail Running, Hiking, E-Biking, Skiing, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing and Horseback. Trails here are often faint trail, rooty and flowy. Scenery includes ridgelines, creeks and views. Common trail features include jumps, berms and rock gardens. Many trails are lit for night riding, kid friendly and family friendly. Amenities include restrooms. Popular destinations include Wausau, Granite Peak Ski Area and Nine Mile County Forest.
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Activities Click to view
- Mountain Bike
166 trails
- E-Bike
65 trails
- Horse
8 trails
- Hike
158 trails
- Trail Running
161 trails
- Snowshoe
47 trails
- Downhill Ski
56 trails
- Nordic Ski
34 trails
Region Details
- 52
- 4
- 38
- 43
- 26
- 3
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 246
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 166
- Trails E-Bike
- 65
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 71
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 20
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 62
- Trails Horse
- 8
- Trails Hike
- 158
- Trails Trail Running
- 161
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 1
- Trails Snowmobile
- 2
- Trails Snowshoe
- 47
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 56
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 2
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 34
- Total Distance
- 187 miles
- Total Descent
- 14,745 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,106 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,966 ft
- Reports
- 676
- Photos
- 100
- Completed Counter
- 19,025
Sub Regions
- Rothschild (36)
- Wausau (128)
- Big Eau Pleine County Park (13)
- Nine Mile County Forest (53)
- Ringle Trails (30)
- Sylvan Hill Park (17)
Popular Marathon County Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 2,559 ft • 3 ft • 550 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.7 • 1 mile • 79 ft • 544 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 79 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 9 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.4 • 3,156 ft • 38 ft • 527 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 3.6 • 4,603 ft • 96 ft • 526 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.2 • 4,304 ft • 42 ft • 524 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 42 ft • 477 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 42 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 12 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 3.4 • 1 mile • 43 ft • 467 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 7 minutes to complete this trail.
Marathon County Mountain Bike Routes
★ 2.5 • 12 miles • 514 ft • 13 • Loop •
Starting in front of the ski chalet, jump into The Pines enjoy a quick curvy cruise. You'll cross ski...
• 12 miles • 717 ft • 12 •
• 9 miles • 462 ft • 19 •
• 15 miles • 855 ft • 26 •
• 16 miles • 872 ft • 28 •
• 13 miles • 858 ft • 16 •
Photos of Marathon County Mountain Bike
Videos of Marathon County Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve694V9Q | wishlist | region | activity #106356839 | Oct 21, 2026 @ 6:12pm 3 days |
| mblock | add | trail | activity #105999978 | Oct 16, 2026 @ 11:30am Oct 16, 2026 |
| mblock | update | trail | activity #105999362 and 2 more | Oct 16, 2026 @ 11:15am Oct 16, 2026 |
| zxeLGR | wishlist | route | activity #105311452 | Oct 5, 2026 @ 6:36pm Oct 5, 2026 |
| Gnarls-Z | comment | report | activity #104546906 and 1 more | Sep 25, 2026 @ 5:36am Sep 25, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| report | This one is still here 9/24 | Sep 25, 2026 @ 5:36am Sep 25, 2026 | ||
| report | This one has been removed! | Sep 25, 2026 @ 5:36am Sep 25, 2026 | ||
| trail | What a great trail! Five stars! Do laps. | Jul 11, 2026 @ 5:21pm Jul 11, 2026 | ||
| trail | Not maintained, heavy with Stinging Nettles,... | Jul 5, 2025 @ 11:49am Jul 5, 2025 | ||
| trail | Hard to follow and overgrown with grass. Seems... | Jun 17, 2025 @ 8:21am Jun 17, 2025 |
Local Badges
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Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k0 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k0 awarded -
Completionist2 awarded -
10 Black Trails60 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Granite Peak Ski Area | bike park | Wausau | |
| Sylvan Hill Pump Track | skill park | Wausau |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 166 | 150 miles | 6,355 ft | 67 miles | 538 ft | 95 | 676 | 1 | 11,454 | |||
| E-Bike | 65 | 32 miles | 974 ft | 8 miles | 253 ft | 286 | 1 | 328 | ||||
| Gravel Bike | 71 | 106 miles | 3,222 ft | 53 miles | 528 ft | 1 | 2 | 87 | ||||
| Adaptive Bike | 20 | 20 miles | 295 ft | 5 miles | 144 ft | |||||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 62 | 46 miles | 1,444 ft | 13 miles | 249 ft | 95 | 17 | |||||
| Horse | 8 | 24 miles | 1,142 ft | 9 miles | 292 ft | 24 | ||||||
| Hike | 158 | 167 miles | 7,392 ft | 72 miles | 1,106 ft | 1 | 640 | 773 | ||||
| Trail Running | 161 | 169 miles | 7,438 ft | 72 miles | 1,106 ft | 641 | 261 | |||||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 1 | 2,575 ft | 26 ft | 1,818 ft | 33 ft | 24 | 1 | |||||
| Snowmobile | 2 | 6 miles | 226 ft | 3 miles | 187 ft | |||||||
| Snowshoe | 47 | 25 miles | 810 ft | 6 miles | 771 ft | 51 | 132 | |||||
| Downhill Ski | 56 | 13 miles | 6,115 ft | 10 miles | 614 ft | 335 | ||||||
| Backcountry Ski | 2 | 2,789 ft | 13 ft | 686 ft | 26 ft | 2 | ||||||
| Nordic Ski | 34 | 23 miles | 1,444 ft | 9 miles | 167 ft | 28 | 350 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Marathon County?
Marathon County has 9 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Marathon County?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Marathon County are:
- Twisted Oak (4.4/5)
- Fish Hook (4.3/5)
- Sylvan's Run (4.3/5)
- Big Daddy (4.2/5)
- Ringle Trailhead (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Marathon County?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Marathon County are:
- July (420 activities)
- August (213 activities)
- June (197 activities)
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What is the longest trail in Marathon County?
The longest trail in Marathon County is Mountain-Bay State (Wausau - Shawano) at 46.1 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Marathon County?
The best hiking trails in Marathon County are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Marathon County?
The best trail running trails in Marathon County are:
- Barkers Island Loop
- Oak Island Loop
- Rivers Edge Parkway
- Mountain-Bay State (Wausau - Shawano)
- Oak Island Connector
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How many trails are in Marathon County?
Marathon County has a total of 246 trails. Of those, 166 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Marathon County to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Marathon County?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Marathon County is The Alps with 216 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Marathon County?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Marathon County is Mountain-Bay State (Wausau - Shawano) with 514 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Marathon County?
Marathon County supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Marathon County?
The following bike services are available in Marathon County:
- Bike Shop (4)
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Marathon County?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Marathon County is Rebound Uphill with an average grade of 4.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Marathon County?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Marathon County. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Marathon County?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Marathon County are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Marathon County?
The overall region status for Marathon County is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 93 trails:
- Clear / Green: 73
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 8
- Significant Issue / Amber: 10
- Closed: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Marathon County?
Yes, Marathon County supports e-bike riding. There are 24 trails in Marathon County that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Marathon County?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Marathon County are: View all mountain biking routes in Marathon County.
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What type of bike is most common in Marathon County?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Marathon County are:
- AM (83 activities)
- XC (9 activities)
- Fat (9 activities)
- RD (7 activities)
- DJ (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Marathon County?
The highest summit in Marathon County is Rib Mountain at 1,916 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Marathon County?
The most popular Strava segments in Marathon County are:
- Firkin's Bane Downhill Rollers (2,975 athletes)
- E1 to E2 on Yin (2,230 athletes)
- W7 to W8 (2,082 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Marathon County?
There are 25 technical trail features (TTFs) in Marathon County. Some popular features include:
- Gap Jump (Gap Jump)
- Rock wall (Rock Garden)
- Gap drop (Gap Jump)
- Gap Jump (Gap Jump)
- Trials boulder clusters [Non-motorized] (Rock Garden)
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What trails are closed in Marathon County?
There are currently 2 closed trails in Marathon County. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 73
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 8
- Significant Issue / Amber: 10
- Closed: 2
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Are there local clubs or events in Marathon County?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Marathon County directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Marathon County?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Marathon County are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Marathon County?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Marathon County are:
- Tee Pee Trail (5/5)
- Left-Hand Burn (3.5/5)
- Reboot (4/5)
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