Lake Hayward Public Beach
Hwy 27 South to Hwy B-Left on B, One Block to S 2nd Street Turn Left on 2nd Street, Two blocks to the City Beach.
Park
Hatchery Creek Park
This county-owned park is located just two miles east of Hayward off of Highway 77. The park features a warming house, toilets, picnic area, and hiking trails.
Silverthorn Park
Located just north Hayward on Highway 63 in Seeley; Silverthorn park offers a picnic shelter, playground, pickle ball courts, a sand beach, and more. The adjacent ball field is home to the Seeley Loggers baseball team and the site of the “Older than Dirt” annual baseball tournament. There is a small boat landing for non-motorized …
The Bark Park
Located off Highway 77 and open to the public. There are fenced areas with covered shelters to exercise your dogs off leash. The park is open dusk till dawn.
Town of Hayward Recreational Forest
Located on County Hill Road. From Downtown Hayward, follow Highway 63 South about 1 mile. Turn right on Greenwood Lane and follow approximately 3/4 mile. Turn left onto County Hill Road and follow about 1.5 miles. As you pass the gravel pit area you will see a sign on your left that will take you …
Henks Park
Located 5.9 miles south of Hayward on Highway 27. There are several loops of trails for hiking and snowshoeing. Lite mountain biking is also welcome. Trails total approximately 3 miles.
Eytcheson Park
On County Highway T, this Town of Lenroot Park on Smith Lake has a boat launch, large sandy swimming area, and changing room.
Nelson Lake Park
Located off Highway 27 North on Dam Road, it is one of Sawyer County’s newest county-owned parks. An abandoned wayside stop, it offers restrooms and hand-pumped water. Fishing is available along the shore or from the dam. Picnic tables are available.
Shue’s Pond
Near the downtown Hayward area, it offers grilling and picnicking opportunities and a gazebo overlooking the pond and island, home to fish and ducks.
Library Nature Park
A walking trail approximately 1/2 mile long is available for a walk through the forest and around a small pond and wet land. Benches are placed along the trail for rest and relaxation and a place to sit and listen to the birds and enjoy the surrounding environment. Kiosks along the trail provide information about …