If you have never snowmobiled up north before, you will see a whole different side of the Northwoods that will take your breath away. Here is a misconception you should know. I heard snowmobiling is cold. It really isn’t if you dress for it. Then, I’ve heard people say, have never snowmobiled before. I do not have a snowmobile and don’t know anyone that I could use their sled.

We totally understand and ALLNORTHWOODS.COM is here to help. The area snowmobile rentals as followed.

LAND O LAKES RECREATION   888-326-7619
WATERSMEET MI HEADWATERS POLARIS  906-358-8888
EAGLE RIVER TRACK SIDE   715-479 2200
BOULDER JUNCTION MARINE CENTER   715 383-2177
MERCER B&B ADVENTURES  715-776-8050
CONOVER 4 SEASONS POWERSPORTS  715-409-2994
MINOCQUA POWERSPORTS  715-257-4215
ST GERMAIN SPORT MARINE 715-479-4930

Wherever you choose to rent from, they all rent snowmobiles for a day, weekend or even by the week. Snowmobile rentals range from $165 to $275 per day, but some rentals could be lower on weekdays. There is a $100 deposit to reserve a snowmobile and a refundable $1000 damage deposit on all sleds.

Some of these businesses will also rent the necessary snowmobile equipment. Pretty much all will rent helmets, but others could rent helmets, bibs, jackets and even boots. To be safe, once you decide on a location, call ahead and inquire about the inventory they have on hand to make sure they have your size and to reserve said items.

Or there are members of snowmobile clubs that would be happy to guide you or your group. Also, if you are concerned of getting lost, there are loops you can take that will bring you back to where you started. In some areas there are guides you can hire and depending on your skill level, the trails that person believes would be best for you and/or your group.

What I will tell you is, when you are riding on snowmobile trails, you get a totally different view of the Northwoods that you have never seen before. Riding on wide, smooth trails through a snow-covered forest and on a few trails, you will ride over bridges with rapids still flowing beneath. Trust me when I tell you, snowmobiling in the Northwoods on scenic trails is an experience you will never forget. Depending on the trail you decide to take, you might be able ride to your favorite supper club, bar or resort, but you usually arrive from a different direction then you would by a vehicle.

Here’s the best tips from ALLNORTHWOODS.COM we can give you. If possible, come up on a Sunday and rent a sled on a Monday for these four reasons. 1) There won’t be as much traffic driving to the Northwoods. 2) Most people leave Sunday, so the trail will not be as busy as the weekend. 3) The snowmobile rentals are lower. 4) To get comfortable riding the sled, chose a trail that is the shortest and closest to your starting point.

So, what do you think, would you give snowmobiling a shot? If you have any questions, we will be happy to help if I can and I believe if you try this once, you might even buy a snowmobile. Snowmobiling can be fun for the whole family. Yes, bring the kids too.