Trail Races & Routes in Wisconsin
Explore 69 trail running and hiking routes across Wisconsin. 0 organized races and 69 training routes covering distances from 4.1 mi to 359.8 mi. Elevation gains range from 20 ft to 8,207 ft. Preview every trail in 3D flyover with segment breakdowns.
Key Takeaways
Total Routes
69
Races / Routes
0 / 69
Distance Range
4.1 mi - 359.8 mi
Elevation Range
20 ft - 8,207 ft
Most Popular Distance
Other (40)
Surface Type
94% Trail
| Route Name | Location | Distance | Elevation Gain | Type | Race Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownstone Trail | Town of Bayfield, Wisconsin | 4.1 mi | 249 ft | route | — |
| Rowleys Bay | Newport State Park, Wisconsin | 4.2 mi | 172 ft | route | — |
| Wintertide Loop | La Crosse, Wisconsin | 4.9 mi | 94 ft | route | — |
| Oshkosh Riverwalk | Oshkosh, Wisconsin | 4.9 mi | 57 ft | route | — |
| Yellow | Whitefish Dunes State Park, Wisconsin | 5.2 mi | 271 ft | route | — |
| Wildwood Trail | Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest - Lakewood-Laona District, Wisconsin | 5.3 mi | 388 ft | route | — |
| Purple Trail | Kettle Moraine State Forest, Wisconsin | 5.9 mi | 378 ft | route | — |
| Hiawatha Trail | Town of Bradley, Wisconsin | 6.0 mi | 236 ft | route | — |
| Emma Carlin Green Loop (WI) | Jefferson County, Wisconsin | 6.4 mi | 469 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail: Lapham Peak Segment | Waukesha County, Wisconsin | 7.6 mi | 490 ft | route | — |
| Oak Leaf Trail, Lake Loop (WI) | Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 7.7 mi | 107 ft | route | — |
| Oak Leaf Trail, Oak Creek Line (WI) | Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 7.7 mi | 32 ft | route | — |
| Milwaukee River Greenway (WI) | Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 7.9 mi | 113 ft | route | — |
| Blue Trail | Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit, Wisconsin | 8.6 mi | 534 ft | route | — |
| Timm's Hill | Town of Rib Lake, Wisconsin | 9.0 mi | 840 ft | route | — |
| Timm's Hill National Trail (WI) | Price County, Wisconsin | 9.0 mi | 840 ft | route | — |
| Barkhausen County Park | Suamico, Wisconsin | 9.1 mi | 349 ft | route | — |
| Nordic Trail Blue Loop, Kettle Moraine State Forest (WI) | Walworth County, Wisconsin | 9.3 mi | 648 ft | route | — |
| Baird Creek Trails, every trail (WI) | Brown County, Wisconsin | 9.6 mi | 705 ft | route | — |
| Wildwood Trail | Town of Eau Galle, Wisconsin | 10.0 mi | 518 ft | route | — |
| Kettle Moraine State Forest John Muir Blue Loop (WI) | Walworth County, Wisconsin | 11.4 mi | 726 ft | route | — |
| Omaha Trail (WI) | Juneau County, Wisconsin | 12.0 mi | 407 ft | route | — |
| Lake Monona Loop (WI) | Dane County, Wisconsin | 12.3 mi | 278 ft | route | — |
| Milwaukee RiverWalk | Milwaukee, Wisconsin | 12.6 mi | 198 ft | route | — |
| Oak Leaf Trail, Milwaukee River Line (WI) | Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 14.0 mi | 140 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail, Janesville Segment (WI) | Rock County, Wisconsin | 14.2 mi | 295 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail, Devil's Lake Segment (WI) | Sauk County, Wisconsin | 14.6 mi | 1,867 ft | route | — |
| Devil's River State Trail (WI) | Manitowoc County, Wisconsin | 14.6 mi | 295 ft | route | — |
| Oak Leaf Trail, Kinnickinnic Line (WI) | Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 14.6 mi | 193 ft | route | — |
| Oak Leaf Trail, Menomonee River Line (WI) | Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 14.9 mi | 178 ft | route | — |
| Bugline Trail | Sussex, Wisconsin | 15.5 mi | 909 ft | route | — |
| Hidden Lakes Loop (WI) | Forest County, Wisconsin | 16.0 mi | 991 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail, Columbia County (WI) | Columbia County, Wisconsin | 17.1 mi | 242 ft | route | — |
| Oak Leaf Trail, South Shore Line (WI) | Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 17.3 mi | 367 ft | route | — |
| Washington Island (WI) | Door County, Wisconsin | 18.4 mi | 550 ft | route | — |
| Cattail State Trail | Town of Clayton, Wisconsin | 18.7 mi | 492 ft | route | — |
| Oak Leaf Trail, Root River Line (WI) | Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 19.6 mi | 272 ft | route | — |
| Lake Geneva Shore Path (WI) | Walworth County, Wisconsin | 21.3 mi | 305 ft | route | — |
| Sugar River State Trail (WI) | Green County, Wisconsin | 21.8 mi | 93 ft | route | — |
| White River State Trail (WI) | Walworth County, Wisconsin | 21.9 mi | 249 ft | route | — |
| The 400 State Trail | Sauk County, Wisconsin | 22.0 mi | 20 ft | route | — |
| Wiouwash State Trail, Southern Segment (WI) | Winnebago County, Wisconsin | 22.8 mi | 133 ft | route | — |
| Newton Blackmour State Trail (WI) | Outagamie County, Wisconsin | 23.0 mi | 108 ft | route | — |
| Green Circle Trail (WI) | Portage County, Wisconsin | 24.1 mi | 192 ft | route | — |
| Fox River State Trail (WI) | Brown County, Wisconsin | 25.9 mi | 283 ft | route | — |
| Upper Mississippi Bluff-to-Bluff (MN, WI) | La Crosse County, Wisconsin | 26.9 mi | 1,453 ft | route | — |
| Lake Geneva Shore Path | Town of Linn, Wisconsin | 28.2 mi | 1,350 ft | route | — |
| Driftless Horse Trail, Governor Dodge State Park (WI) | Iowa County, Wisconsin | 29.4 mi | 3,647 ft | route | — |
| Ozaukee Interurban Trail (WI) | Ozaukee County, Wisconsin | 29.4 mi | 496 ft | route | — |
| Tomorrow River Trail (WI) | Waupaca County, Wisconsin | 30.5 mi | 470 ft | route | — |
| Bearskin-Hiawatha Trail | Town of Minocqua, Wisconsin | 32.2 mi | 400 ft | route | — |
| Hiawatha Trail and Bearskin State Trail (WI) | Oneida County, Wisconsin | 32.2 mi | 400 ft | route | — |
| Tour of Milwaukee (WI) | Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 32.2 mi | 389 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail, Sheboygan County | Sheboygan County, Wisconsin | 32.4 mi | 2,217 ft | route | — |
| Elroy-Sparta State Trail (WI) | Monroe County, Wisconsin | 33.5 mi | 1,404 ft | route | — |
| Badger State Trail (WI) | Green County, Wisconsin | 39.1 mi | 1,289 ft | route | — |
| Heart of Vilas Trail (WI) | Vilas County, Wisconsin | 41.0 mi | 541 ft | route | — |
| Military Ridge State Trail (WI) | Dane County, Wisconsin | 41.0 mi | 420 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail - Waushara County (WI) | Waushara County, Wisconsin | 42.1 mi | 2,343 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail, Washington County (WI) | Washington County, Wisconsin | 44.5 mi | 3,586 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail, Waukesha County (WI) | Waukesha County, Wisconsin | 44.5 mi | 2,252 ft | route | — |
| Cheese Country Recreation Trail (WI) | Lafayette County, Wisconsin | 46.5 mi | 861 ft | route | — |
| Lake Tewakącac IAT Connector Route (WI) | Sauk County, Wisconsin | 50.5 mi | 6,942 ft | route | — |
| Glacial Drumlin State Trail (WI) | Jefferson County, Wisconsin | 54.1 mi | 489 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail, Lincoln County | Lincoln County, Wisconsin | 60.8 mi | 3,551 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail, Dane County (WI) | Dane County, Wisconsin | 64.5 mi | 3,730 ft | route | — |
| Lake Winnebago Circumnavigation (WI) | Calumet County, Wisconsin | 72.8 mi | 889 ft | route | — |
| Ice Age Trail (WI) | Manitowoc County, Wisconsin | 154.9 mi | 4,276 ft | route | — |
| Run Across Wisconsin (WI) | Marathon County, Wisconsin | 359.8 mi | 8,207 ft | route | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trail races are in Wisconsin?
There are 0 organized races and 69 self-supported routes available in Wisconsin.
What is the average elevation gain in Wisconsin?
The average elevation gain is 998 feet, with routes ranging from 20 to 8,207 feet.
What distances are available in Wisconsin?
Available distances include: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, 50K, 50 Mile, 100K, 100 Mile, Ultra.
Can these trail routes in Wisconsin be used for hiking?
Yes. 94% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.
What's the best time of year to run trails in Wisconsin?
Trail running conditions in Wisconsin vary by season and elevation. Check the race date column for organized events, which are typically scheduled during optimal weather windows. For year-round training routes, elevation profiles help you plan for seasonal conditions.
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