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Ice Age Trail - West Bend Segment
4.8 ★★★★★ 150 Google reviews · Running trail in West Bend, Wisconsin · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Ice Age Trail - West Bend Segment's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Hiking area featuring glacial terrain, mountain biking, and kid-friendly trails.
What runners say about Ice Age Trail - West Bend Segment
“A beautiful path that will make you feel like an adventurer no matter how experienced you are.”
The Ice Age Trail, which covers a vast amount of Wisconsin, is difficult to describe because it's no one thing. In some stretches it's hilly, rocky and scenic. In others, a meandering riverside path, and still others a skinny little shoulder on a county highway.
Great parking off Beaver Dam, 20+ cars. Excellent for Ice Age access and mountain biking as well. Short but wicked elevation. Service station available as well, just like Vilas County trail system.
Best trails in the area. Much more difficult than any Kettle Moraine trail. Enjoy the steep hills, rocks, and the forest view is amazing in fall!
A beautiful path that will make you feel like an adventurer no matter how experienced you are. Long stretches of forest, fields, and swamp make you appreciate nature in the fullest. Park towers give you a breathtaking view, especially at sunrise/sunset.
Trail conditions & character
“A beautiful path that will make you feel like an adventurer no matter how experienced you are.”
“Enjoy the steep hills, rocks, and the forest view is amazing in fall!”
“You have to watch the path as there are tons of trip hazards (rock and exposed tree roots).”
Plan your run at Ice Age Trail - West Bend Segment
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websiteiceagetrail.org
- Phone+1 608-798-4453
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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