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Lynn Creek Nature Trail

4.5 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · Running trail in Nekoosa, Wisconsin · Hours vary

Runner's snapshot

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We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Lynn Creek Nature Trail yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.

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What runners say about Lynn Creek Nature Trail

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (13 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

Lovely little trail. Parking leaves a bit to be desired, but still lovely. I took my kids out, we had a picnic at the top of a hill at the end of one trail, then came back. Will most likely be back again.

★★★★☆ — Laura , Sep 2023

Beautiful area for hiking. Shorter or longer options. Dog and family friendly. There is even a sign for your dog so they can know the rules of the trail.

★★★★★ — Cale , Oct 2020

Moderate level trail with narrow sections next to precipitous edges, no railings, and some steep inclines. Short and long loops to choose from. If bringing kids make sure they understand to stay ON the path. TICKs galore in May.

★★★★☆ — Rachel , May 2025

Nice little loop tucked away in a hidden spot. Great place to get some fresh air and some exercise. Just wish it was a bit longer. Had to take several loops to get a satisfactory hike in.

★★★★☆ — Tyler , Jul 2025

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🐕 Dog-friendly 4 mentions

“I pulled 6 off one dog (on tick prevention), and 8+ out of my shoes despite using a tick and bug spray and staying on the center of the trail.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 3 mentions

“Moderate level trail with narrow sections next to precipitous edges, no railings, and some steep inclines.”

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Plan your run at Lynn Creek Nature Trail

The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
  • 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.

Where to find Lynn Creek Nature Trail

Nekoosa, Wisconsin

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.