Washburn County News & Updates

Wisconsin’s annual statewide tornado drills will take place on April 10 at 1:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. This offers an opportunity to practice your tornado sheltering plans. Schools, businesses, and […]

For Immediate Release April 2, 2025 MADISON, Wis. – Spring brings the blooming of flowers, the return of migrating birds, and an increased risk of severe weather. These storms can […]

SPOONER LAKE SPRING 2025 END OF 24/25 DRAWDOWN DATE:  April 7, 2025 Ice is now out on Spooner Lake and water levels are being returned to normal pool elevation.  During […]

BIRCH LAKE SPRING 2025 END OF 24/25 DRAWDOWN DATE:  April 7th 2025 Ice is now out on Birch Lake and water levels are being returned to normal pool elevation.  During the […]

** Please be advised that with The Spring Wildfire Season here, The Wild Rivers Trail and Shell Lake Rail Grade are the only two trail sections that remain open during […]

Washburn County Forestry is offering 19 tracts for the spring 2025 timber sale prospectus.  These 19 tracts total 1,315 acres and include approximately 45,255 tons of pulpwood and 816 mbf […]

County Board of Supervisors Meeting on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the County Board Room, Shell Lake WI. Click to View Packet

Are you ready for severe weather? Come out to a Skywarn Spotter Class to learn Severe Weather Safety, Storm Identification Techniques, How YOU can help your community, and more! FREE […]

2025 Seasonal Road Bans **PRESS RELEASE** **NOTICE**   Pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 349.16, Washburn County seasonal road bans will go into effect Friday, February 28th, 2025 at noon.  Notice will […]

Wildcat Bike Trail has been groomed and is open for use. With a 2 inch packed snow base, reports state that riding conditions are great.