Visit Wildcat Lake By Horseback On This Unique Tour In Wisconsin

Just north of the community of Boulder Junction, Grassy Creek Ranch offers a horseback riding experience like no other - it will take you down a wild forest trail and right into the cool clear waters of a Northwoods glacial lake. It's a wilderness horseback riding experience that's as refreshing as it is beautiful.

Here's what you need to know to get into the saddle at Grassy Creek Ranch.

The ranch is a family-owned and -operated riding stable that's surrounded by the lush Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest. It's the largest state-owned forest in Wisconsin and it's gorgeous.

The ranch is owned by Sonny Wuestenhagen. He has a wealth of knowledge and offers a true wilderness horseback riding experience.

You don't have to know a thing about horses to have a great time at Grassy Creek Ranch. Every ride starts with a pre-ride warm-up and lesson. The ranch will provide a horse appropriate for your ability.

The forest trails are cool and shady, although you will want to use some bug spray in warmer months.

The riding options include pony rides in a round pen and walk, trot and gallop rides through the forest. There are miles of forest trails around the ranch and one ride will take you to a special place - Wildcat Lake, a remote 293-acre lake.

On some days, you can take the horses right into the water. The water is cool, clear and refreshing and the horses will enjoy the experience as much as you!

Reservations are required at Grassy Creek Ranch - they try to limit groups to six people. It's a good idea to wear long pants, socks over the ankle and boots or gym shoes. The ranch accepts cash or checks - no credit cards. Interested in exploring more beautiful spots in Northern Wisconsin? Here are some places that are well worth the drive.