Author: Cecilia

Northern Highland American Legion State Forest
This more than 232,000 acre State Forest protects the headwaters of the Wisconsin, Flambeau and Manitowish rivers in northern Wisconsin. 
Here is the Forest website.  Phone  715-356-3668  or 715-542-3923  Map   Trail  Descriptions
Tom Roberts Nature Trail  0.55 mile   This paved “….loop ambles through a mixed coniferous-deciduous forest of balsam, red pine, white pine, sugar maple, white birch and large-toothed and trembling aspen. The overlooks offer beautiful views of Muskellunge Lake. It’s an ideal spot to look for spring flowers and birds. Also keep an eye out for deer, ruffed grouse, coyote tracks and fisher tracks.”
? North Trout Nature Trail 1 mile.   “…one of our easiest nature trails to hike. This trail is a 1-mile loop trail that meanders around a mature black spruce-tamarack bog. The trail also winds its way along the Trout Lake shoreline, offering a beautiful view of the lake. This is a wonderful trail to hike in spring because of the abundance of wildflowers. Watch for the moccasin flower, trailing arbutus, Canadian mayflower, start flower, blueberry and barren strawberry.”   Call ahead to be sure it is easy enough for you.

Willow River State Park
“With nearly 3,000 acres of prairie, forests and panoramic river scenery, Willow River State Park offers year-round recreation opportunities in western Wisconsin. The park is about five miles northeast of Hudson.”
Here is the Park website.  Phone  715-386-5931  Map   Trail Descriptions   There are several other short trails that might be easy for you, but call ahead to be sure.
Hidden Ponds Nature Trail 0.5 mile  “…goes through oak forest and wetlands. Located behind the Nature Center, this is an excellent trail to observe white-tail deer and birds. Trail guides are available at the beginning of the trail…”
Trout Brook Trail 1.4 mile loop “fairly level and easy to walk”

Little Falls Trail 0.7 mile paved and roller blades allowed.

Roche-A-Cri State Park
“Roche-A-Cri State Park, established in 1948, protects a 300-foot-high rock outcropping and Native American petroglyphs and pictographs..”
Here is the Park website.  Phone  608-339-6881 (summer)  608-565-2789 (off-season)   Map   Trail Descriptions
Chickadee Rock trail 0.3 mile “…follows a game path through oaks and jack pines. There are six interpretive signs along the trail. Blueberry and huckleberry bushes and various ferns grow along the trail.”
? Spring Peeper Trail 0.25 mile  May be closed during high water.

? Turkey Vulture Trail 0.9 mile Sounds easy, but check first.

Mill Bluff State Park
This 1337 acre state park protects tall sandstone buttes that were sea stacks in Glacial Lake Wisconsin during the Ice Age, 12,000 years ago.
Here is the Park website.  Phone  608-427-6692 (summer)  608-337-4775 (off-season)   Map   Trail Descriptions
Nature Trail 0.4 mile  “Hikers will learn about wildlife, trees, wildflowers and geology. Part of this trail is accessible for people with disabilities.”

Lake Kegonsa State Park
Lake Kegonsa State Park lies beside a glacier-hewed lake which encompasses 3,209 acres and has excellent fishing. Park visitors enjoy more than five miles of hiking trails along the lake and through prairie, forest and marsh habitats.
Here is the Park website.  Phone  608-873-9695  Map   Trail Descriptions
Prairie Trail 1.3 miles  “The prairie plants are spectacular in the summer. This trail is wonderful for prairie enthusiasts and birders.”
White Oak Nature Trail 1.2 miles  “….with it’s stately oaks and diverse habitats, gently winds through the 80-acre white oak woods. … It features 14 stops, each containing interesting information about the woods and the surrounding areas.”

Wildcat Mountain State Park
“On a steep ridge overlooking the scenic Kickapoo River Valley, Wildcat Mountain State Park offers hiking trails with spectacular views…”
Here is the Park website.   Phone  608-337-4775    Map   Trail Descriptions
Prairie Trail  925 feet “…winds…through a patch of re-established prairie. While in the prairie, surrounded by big bluestem grass and wildflowers, visitors can view the breathtaking Kickapoo Valley.”

Kohler-Andrae State Park
“Kohler-Andrae State Park in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, is the home of majestic sand dunes, miles of golden beach, shimmering blue Lake Michigan water, whispering pines, and an abundance of wildlife….”
Here is the Park website. Phone  920-451-4080  Map    Trail Descriptions
Black River Marsh Boardwalk  0.25 mile  “…features wetland plants and waterfowl. Signs explain the importance of wetlands.”
Woodland Dunes Nature Trail  1.0 mile  “Signs describe the trees of this forested dune area.”
Fishing Pond Trail .30 mile  is flat and has a crushed limestone surface and many benches for resting.
?  Creeping Juniper Nature Trail 0.5 mile and Marsh Trail 0.5 mile sound as if they may be easy, but you should check first.

Rib Mountain State Park
Rib Mountain, is a four mile-long ridge of ancient rock dating back about 1.7 billion years. It is among the oldest geological features on earth.  Rib Mountain State Park is a premier day-use facility with picnicking, hiking trails ….”
Here is the Park website.  Phone  715-842-2522   Map  Trail Descriptions  
“There are more than 13 miles of hiking trails at Rib Mountain, with over eight miles accessible to people with disabilities.”    That is all the information given, so call ahead to learn which trails are accessible or easy.

Kettle Moraine State Forest – Pike Lake Unit
“The Pike Lake Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest is in the middle of the Kettle Moraine, a strip of glacial landforms which extends through southeastern Wisconsin to Lake Winnebago. The forest is named after the 522-acre, spring-fed kettle: Pike Lake”
Here is the Forest website.  Phone   262-670-3400  Map   Trail Descriptions
Boardwalk Trail 0.5 miles along the lakeshore near the north picnic area.

Peninsula State Park
 Peninsula State Park offers a sand beach, bike trails, a lighthouse and eight miles of Door County shoreline as well as other amenities such as a campground and 18 hole golf course.
Here is the Park website. Phone  920-868-3258   Map   Trail Descriptions   Although the website does give ratings of some trails as “easy”, it is still wise to check ahead to be sure they are free of obstacles that could hinder you, given your abilities.
Sunset Bike Route  9.6 miles.  “The trail traverses Weborg Marsh, cedar and maple trees and cliff communities.”
Sentinel Trail 2.0 miles loop  “Trail signs interpret forest ecology. A .6-mile portion of the trail is graveled to facilitate mobility.”
Minnehaha Trail 0.7 mi. one way  lakeshore

Trail Tramper’s Delight  0.5 mi. one way

White Cedar Nature Trail 0.5 mi. loop