About us
PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION! Northern Paddle and Trail (NPT) began in Rhinelander, WI about 25 years ago by a small group of outdoor enthusiasts. It was created to provide a variety of silent sports outings. Members enjoy the beauty of our lakes, rivers and forests where we get fresh air and exercise while visiting with like-minded souls. Our get-togethers include hiking, kayaking, canoeing, biking, XC skiing, snowshoeing, ice shuffleboard, camping, and annual potlucks, plus occasional game nights at a local pub.
For all Meetup members that have not officially joined NPT, we invite you to go to our home website, click on "membership" and consider joining NPT for the low fee of $10/yr. You will then be included in our Group Email List to get notices of our events. If you do not want to join NPT at this time, remember you can go to the website's calendar anytime and see what we are up to and join anytime. Plus the home website has many pictures from past adventures.
Hope to see you on the trails or on the water!
Northern Paddle & Trail
Upcoming events
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Paddle the Wisconsin River
Bridge Road Landing, 5612 Bridge Rd, Rhinelander, WI 54501, USA, Rhinelander, WI, USIf you think paddling is over because all the tourists went home and school started, think again. Fall is a great paddling season in Wisconsin. So gather up your boat and paddling gear and join NPT members for our annual Wisconsin River paddle.
Paddle the Wisconsin River on Sunday, September 27th from McNaughton Bridge to Apperson boat landing from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
We will meet at the Put-in at the McNaughton Bridge Landing at 2:00 p.m. and drop off our boats and gear. From there we will shuttle vehicles to the Apperson Dive boat landing about 3 miles (7min) away. This stretch of river is all flatwater and very scenic. The upper section is mostly wooded and the lower section is a huge wild rice bed with interlacing waterways enticing one to explore. If you have binoculars you may want to bring them along. It is not uncommon to see great blue herons, bald eagles, and an assortment of waterfowl. A wearable (it's a state law) PFD is a requirement in each boat.
Directions: From Rhinelander take Hwy 47 north to the swiping big curve (McNaughton) and take Bridge Road on the right. Follow Bridge Road, about a mile, you will come to the paved landing on the right. Come outside and play - J
A donation of $5.00 is requested for non-NPT members which can be paid at the event. Your $5.00 will pay for your membership into NPT through December 31st. To become a NPT member online go to NorthernPaddleandTrail.org and click on membership.
Please RSVP jayjoppa1950@gmail.com or 715-499-10222 attendees
Porcupine Mountain fall hike and sleep over at Mirror Lake
South Mirror Lake Trailhead, Ontonagon, MI 49953, USA, Ontonagon, MI, USPorcupine Mountain fall hike and sleep over at Mirror Lake 8 bunk cabin, Tuesday September 29, 2026 8:30 am through Wednesday September 30, 2026 5:00 pm.
When we know who is going we can plan meeting & carpooling options.
We will be hiking in on the Beaver Creek Trail and heading down into a river basin, the terrain is mostly a gentle, gradual descent. Crossing the bridge to intersect with the Little Carp River Trail. This trail follows the river all the way to Mirror Lake.
We will be staying overnight in this historic 1945 park built cabin on the shores of Mirror Lake. There is a row boat supplied at the cabin for on lake exploring. The outdoor fire pit and picnic table make for good easy cooking and outdoor socializing.
The cabin has a wood stove to take the night chill out of the air. So a light sleeping bag or blanket is all that is needed. Keep your pack very light.
We’ll be eating 1 supper & 1 breakfast at the cabin. Bring your own supper to cook over the fire (foil dinner or hot dogs are suggestions & a grab and go breakfast). Marj & Dan will bring a camp water filter to refill everyone’s water bottles. There is no need to bring extra water into the cabin.
Possible Side trips: Bond Falls on the way up & Presque Isle Falls on the way home.
RSVP Marj 715-360-6573 to secure your spot, and for any questions.1 attendee
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