Wisconsin
Looking for the best hiking in Wisconsin? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Wisconsin. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Hiking Spots in and near Wisconsin
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North Freedom, Wisconsin
Hike the Natural Bridge State Park Loop
3.5 mi / 566 ft gainLocated in Wisconsin’s Driftless Region, Natural Bridge State Park includes 530-acres of oak and hardwood trees, small prairie remnants with grasses and cacti, ferns, and the rare goldenrod and purple cliffbrake. Wildlife in the park includes turkey vultures, pileated woodpeckers, and bald eagles...Read more -
Irma, Wisconsin
Hike Grandfather Falls on the Ice Age Trail
1 mi / 100 ft gainAbout 12 miles north of Merrill on 107, there is easy access parking from either the dam on the north or Camp New Wood County Park to the south. We started at the Falls and hiked south to enjoy the rock formation known throughout the Ice Age Trail. While early June meant a cloud of biting insects...Read more -
Janesville, Wisconsin
Hike The Devil's Staircase (segment of the Ice Age Trail)
1 miThis segment of the Ice Age Trail features stairs, river views, pretty rocks, a nice park, and a golf course. We started at the north end (not the park end) and enjoyed it. If you have kids, I would recommend starting at the park end. It is an out-and-back type hike. From the south end of the...Read more -
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Hike to La Crosse Ridge
4 mi / 500 ft gainIt is easiest to park your vehicle in the Myrick Park parking lot versus your other options. The great thing about parking in that lot rather than along the road/neighborhoods is there is a trailhead right there (and it's free). You can begin hiking this short little trail, which will lead to and...Read more -
Sauk City, Wisconsin
Hike Ferry Bluff State Natural Area
0.8 mi / 320 ft gainFerry Bluff is a 0.8 mile lightly trafficked, very steep out and back trail located near Sauk City, Wisconsin that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding and is best used from April until October. The entire no...Read more -
Colfax, Wisconsin
Hike the Hoffman Hills Outer Loop
4.2 mi / 577 ft gainHoffman offers convenient parking; there is one large lot, and one for overflow. There are trails that are easy, moderate, and difficult. All of the trails however, are uphill. Most of them end at the viewing tower, which showcases Wisconsin, and the beauty that goes along with it. A very rewa...Read more -
Dresser, Wisconsin
Hike the Osceola Bedrock Glades Loop
2.2 mi / 59 ft gainJust a short hike to the waterfall, this is a great spot to pull off on your way to the Park with many other trails to spend a whole day on if you wish to stay off the beaten path. Getting there: Going North through Osceola on HWY 35 Turn left on River Rd (county Rd S) For 1 mile. There is a sm...Read more -
Middleton, Wisconsin
Hike through Pope Farm Conservancy
More info can be found about that here. This is a beautiful 105 acre conservancy with several different trails. It’s a great spot for a picnic and to bring the family. There are interpretive signs so you can learn about the history of the land like glaciers and the different settlers. They ev...Read more -
Dresser, Wisconsin
Summit Rock, River Bluff and Echo Canyon Loop
1.29 mi / 269 ft gainSummit Rock, River Bluff and Echo Canyon Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Dresser, Wisconsin.Read more -
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Chapel Gorge Trail
5.01.85 mi / 240 ft gainChapel Gorge Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin.Read more -
Madison, Wisconsin
Explore the University of Wisconsin Arboretum
It is filled with effigy mounds, thousands of plant and animal species, and unlimited places to explore. You can run, hike, bike, and even drive through the Arboretum. There is a visitor center and you can host an event here. Trail info One of my favorite trails is in the Grady Tract area nea...Read more -
Madison, Wisconsin
Hike the Ice Age Junction Trail portion of the Ice Age Trail
4.6 miThis is an excellent trail right in the city of Madison and doing this portion made me very excited to continue hiking more of the Ice Age Trail in this area. The Ice Age Trail is more than 1,000 miles long and it follows the edge of the last continental glacier in Wisconsin. - - - - - For thi...Read more -
Siren, Wisconsin
Hike the Gandy Dancer Trail
5.0While visiting the charming Northwoods town of Siren, I detoured for a hike on the Gandy Dancer Trail segment. This trail was constructed to connect townships using old railroad beds. Even the name honors the rhythmic, synchronized efforts of the workers in their rail nailing dance. In tota...Read more -
Madison, Wisconsin
Hiking through Owen Conservation Park
There are no specific trails in this conservancy, so just choose the path that looks the best to you. It would be hard to get lost here and all the trails put together are only about 3 miles. There are some hills, but nothing too serious. bathrooms in the parking lotsmall parking lotfreecommon...Read more -
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Bike the Green Circle
27 miThe Green Circle was established over thirty years ago, providing urban community members a trail system that encircles the entire Stevens Point area. The 27 mile loop is comprised of 12 unique sections and is accessible at numerous locations. The official trail head is located at the Schmeekle ...Read more -
Minocqua, Wisconsin
Bearskin Trail
5.020.06 mi / 459 ft gainBearskin Trail is a point-to-point trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Minocqua, Wisconsin.Read more