Sparta

The world’s largest bike – an old-fashioned high wheeler formed out of fiberglass – welcomes visitors to Sparta, known as the “Bicycling Capital of America.” Sparta offers access to several nationally known bike trails including the Elroy-Sparta State Trail, the first rails-to-trails bicycle route in the country.

Featured Stories

Explore everything this area has to offer — from activities and attractions, to fairs and festivals, there's something here for everybody! Dig into these great stories and get inspired for your next Wisconsin vacation.

The Elroy-Sparta State Trail: America’s First Rails-to-Trails Project The Elroy-Sparta State Trail: America’s First Rails-to-Trails Project
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Explore Sparta

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Fireworks at Memorial Park 7/04/2022 Sparta - 1.26 miles away
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Downtown Thursday Nights with Ivory 6/30/2022 Tomah - 14.34 miles away
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Downtown Thursday Nights with Hillbilly Rockstarz 7/07/2022 Tomah - 14.34 miles away
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Downtown Thursday Nights with SuperTuesday 7/14/2022 Tomah - 14.34 miles away
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Country Boom 2022 7/07/2022 - 7/09/2022 West Salem - 17.22 miles away
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ORA Trails Fest 7/02/2022 - 7/03/2022 La Crosse - 21.89 miles away
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Sundae on the Farm Breakfast 7/10/2022 Black River Falls - 23.33 miles away
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FIREWORKS - Festival in the Park 7/02/2022 Black River Falls - 24.15 miles away
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Average Weather

From soaking up the summer sun to hitting the trails after a fresh snowfall, Wisconsin has no shortage of activities for every season. Here's an idea of what the weather in this area is like to help get your planning started!

Summer

High 83° F
Low 61° F

Winter

High 30° F
Low 11° F

Fall

High 60° F
Low 40° F

Spring

High 59° F
Low 48° F

Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce