USA
Timms Hill National Trail
Trailhead
Timms Hill marks Wisconsin’s highest natural point at 1,951 feet above sea level. The trailhead has a decent gravel parking area that fits maybe 15 vehicles, plus pit toilets and a picnic shelter. The main attraction is a 45-foot observation tower with views across the Northwoods — on clear days you can see for miles. The trail itself is an easy 1.2-mile loop through mixed hardwood forest.
Access via Highway 86 to Rustic Road 62 (Timms Hill Road) — the last 2 miles are maintained gravel but fine for any vehicle. Open year-round but the tower may be closed in winter due to ice conditions. Popular with leaf-peepers in October. Decent cell service near the tower.
Wisconsin's highest point with observation tower
Place Details
| Type | Trailhead |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Ogema, Wisconsin |
| Miles from pavement | 2 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | Partial |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Cell signal, Picnic table, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
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