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Hike Your Way Through Wisconsin

Each step on Wisconsin’s hiking trails offers more than a walk in the woods. Feel the sun warm your face or breathe in crisp, cool air as you wander through unexpected wilderness. Climb glacier-carved hills, stroll across sandy lakeshore dunes and pause in awe at the foot of a hidden waterfall. With trails for every ability and adventure style, hiking in Wisconsin is open to everyone—and always worth the journey.

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Fall for Wisconsin’s Best-Kept Secret

From powerful plumes to more serene streams, Wisconsin is home to over 40 waterfalls. Tucked away in lush forests, pouring down the sides of bluffs or even flowing just steps from your tent, these marvels are worth the hike. Just make sure to pack your camera!

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Stop and Take in the Scenery

Where Outdoor Adventure Meets a Variety of Views

In all corners of the state, hiking trails lead you to breathtaking views, hidden gems and meaningful moments set in nature’s beauty. Climb to the top of astonishing overlooks, take in mighty lakeshore bluffs on the horizon, survey fall foliage from a chairlift or get a panoramic view of the state’s glaciated landscape. 

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Hidden Gem Hiking Spots for a Forested Retreat

Take a trek through untouched Wisconsin wilderness by touring the roads less traveled. From shorter loops to massive mileage, each step your crew takes on these rustic routes will take you past pristine ponds, winding rivers, peaceful fields and more. So, lace up and prepare to wander.

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Lakeshore Trail at Meyers Beach

Bayfield, WI

The Ridges Sanctuary

Baileys Harbor, WI

Red Cedar State Trail

Menomonie, WI

Parnell Tower

Plymouth, WI

Seven Bridges Trail in Grant Park

South Milwaukee, WI

Scuppernong Trails

Dousman, WI

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Lakeshore Trail at Meyers Beach

Bayfield, WI

The Ridges Sanctuary

Baileys Harbor, WI

Red Cedar State Trail

Menomonie, WI

Parnell Tower

Plymouth, WI

Seven Bridges Trail in Grant Park

South Milwaukee, WI

Scuppernong Trails

Dousman, WI

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