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Glacial Erratic Boulder on Harwood Lake Segment of Ice Age National Scenic Trail

Glacial Erratic Boulder on Harwood Lake Segment of Ice Age National Scenic Trail

Ice Age National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail · WI

The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, managed and maintained by dedicated volunteers, Ice Age Trail Alliance, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, local partners, and the National Park Service.

Park report

Alert: Caution

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How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Use Caution — Milwaukee River Segment

Alert: Caution

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How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Use Caution — Devil's Lake Segment

Alert: Information

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How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Reroute in Effect — Baraboo Segment

Alert: Information

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How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Reroute in Effect — Montello Segment

Alert: Information

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How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Reroute in Effect — Skunk and Foster Lakes Segment

Entrance Fee

Good

How this is rated

Good: free entry

Free — no entrance fee

Activities Available

Good

How this is rated

Good: many activities available

11 activities

Park Name

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Ice Age National Scenic Trail

Designation

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National Scenic Trail

State(s)

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WI

Phone

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608-798-8700

Email

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iatr_administration@nps.gov

Operating Hours

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The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is not your 'typical' park. The trail is almost 1,200 miles long and crosses the state of Wisconsin north to south and east to west. The Trail is open year round. However some segments may be closed during Wisconsin's November 9-day gun deer hunting season. Additional information about hunting seasons, trail conditions and closures along the rest of the trail is available from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Ice Age Trail Alliance.

Campgrounds

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No campgrounds listed

Themes & Topics

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Animals, Birds, Climate Change + 8 more

Weather Info

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Wisconsin has four distinct seasons. Summers are generally warm, while winters are cold, often bringing significant snowfall. Weather conditions can vary widely throughout the year and location on the

Getting There

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Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans nearly 1,200 miles across Wisconsin. Major commercial airports are located in cities and regional hubs throughout the state, offering access to the trail. Numerous

Location

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43.9896° N, -89.5612° W

Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website

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