Florence County's Rustic Road Tour
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Within the southwestern corner of Florence County there are two
designated rustic roads which combine to form a circular
picturesque drive. It is a peaceful, scenic route among
beautiful hardwood forests. The roads cross the Popple River, a
state designated wild river, several times and pass near Morgan
Lake Campground, a National Forest campground. The former CCC
(Civilian Conservation Corps) Camp Newald established to aid in
the reforestation of Northern Wisconsin pine forests from 1933
to 1942 can be seen from nearby Hwy 139. Wildlife abounds
through these forests with deer and songbirds making regular
appearances along the roads. Sighting a secretive bear, fisher,
eagle, or many other wildlife species is possible. Autumn colors
explode with brilliance and are magnificent in early October.
The drive is approximately 36 miles in length and will take more
than an hour travel time including brief stops. Watch the rustic
road signs for directions.
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From Hwy. 101 take Cty C west through Fence about 2 miles to
Morgan Lake Road (Forest Rd 2159). Travel northwest on #2159 for
5 miles then turn right on Forest Rd. 2161. Drive approximately
7 miles until reaching Twin Rivers Road (Forest Rd. 2398). Turn
southeast on Forest Rd. 2398 and travel 5.7 miles until reaching
Newald Road. Turn east on Newald Rd. for 1.5 miles then
northeast on Newald Tower Rd. for 2.9 miles. Here travel
southeast on Rock Creek Rd. for 6.4 miles until once again
reaching the junction with Cty C. |
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