Knobby Ridge
Knobby Ridge motorcycle trails are currently CLOSED for spring thaw or until conditions are favorable.
Updated: 5/6/2026
Logging activity is taking place on the Knobby Ridge trail system. Please use caution as some trails may be temporarily blocked at times.
Trail Brochure (updated map and brochure coming in summer 2026).
Click here to find a PDF copy of our map and brochure information.
Reminder:
All trail fee requirements are temporarily suspended due to a WDNR Grant.
Trails east of Bachelors Ave are permanently CLOSED and are no longer part of the trail system as of 5/14/2024
About
Clark County is proud to offer one of the finest off-road motorcycle trail systems in Wisconsin. 8.2 miles of looped trail meander through a portion of the nearly 135,000 acre Clark County Forest. A convenient trail-head is located 8 miles west of Neillsville on Hwy 10. Trail-head includes youth loop, intensive use area, water and a toilet facility.
Schedule
Trails are closed seasonally each spring, March 16 - May 14.
Trails Open
May 15 - October 31
December 15 - March 15
Trails Closed
November 1 - December 14
March 16 - May 14
Fees
(All trail fee requirements are temporarily suspended due to a WDNR Grant)
When riding in Knobby Ridge a trail pass must be purchased. Daily and season trail passes are available online, and at Knobby Ridge trail-head and the Clark County Forestry & Parks Office (715) 743-5140.
Individual Daily Pass $8
Individual Season Pass $40
Family Season Pass $80
Motorcycles Only
The Knobby Ridge off-road motorcycle trail system is for motorcycle use only. ATV's and UTV's are prohibited on the trail system.
Camping
County Forest camping is available on-site for $7.00/night, electric is available for an additional $5.00/night. There is a self-registration station at the trailhead, payment is cash or check (made out to Clark County Treasurer). In addition, overnight accommodations are available nearby at county campgrounds. Knobby Ridge off-road motorcycle trails are not directly accessible from county campgrounds.
Amenities:
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Picnic Area
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Vault Toilet Building
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Drinking Water
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Parking Lot
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NO Garbage Cans Available. Carry-IN Carry-Out only
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Ramp for loading and unloading
Rules and Regulations
Clark County urges everyone to abide by State and County Regulations. Off-Road motorcycle travel is only allowed on the designated Knobby Ridge off-road motorcycle trails.
What Motorcycles are Allowed on Knobby Ridge Motorcycle Trails?
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Unregistered Trail Motorcycles or Dirt Bikes (limited use off-highway motorcycle) as defined by the WDRN.
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Dept. of Transportation registered (street legal) Dual-sport motorcycles as defined by the WDNR
What Motorcycles are allowed on the Clark County ATV/UTV trail system in the County Forest?
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Only Dept. of Transportation registered (street legal) Dual-sport motorcycles as defined by the WDNR.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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