The trail is operated and maintained by Marathon, Shawano and Brown counties. The trail passes through several small communities and a wide variety of landscapes including farmlands, forests and wetlands and features numerous bridge crossings over…
The world's largest "M" easily identifies Platte Mound which is about midway between the two communities. Visitors can hike the stairs next to the M to the observation deck which sits about 450 feet above the surrounding landscape. Belmont…
The trail may bring a number of different users to the trail at the same time. It is important to use good trail etiquette to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all trail users.
Trail facts
Rail trail: Yes
Length: 21 miles total; 11 miles Berlin to Ripon and 10 miles Fond du Lac to Rosendale
Surface: Crushed limestone
Counties: Fond du Lac, Winnebago, Green Lake
Communities: Fond du Lac, Rosendale…
This trail lies in the La Crosse River valley and parallels an active rail line to the north. Prairie remnants, farmland, trout streams, hardwood forests and wetlands are found along the trail. The trail passes through the communities of La…