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Mequon Nature Preserve Observation Tower
4.7 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Running trail in Mequon, Wisconsin · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- 6 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Mequon Nature Preserve Observation Tower'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.
What runners say about Mequon Nature Preserve Observation Tower
“This is a beautiful area to go for a relaxing walk and see something beautiful.”
“Nice- quiet, peaceful, hiking trails and bird watching.”
My husband and I vacation in Mequon once a year and we always make sure we stop to walk the trails and climb the tower. This is a beautiful area to go for a relaxing walk and see something beautiful. This past week we watched geese and other birds swim and nest from the lookout at the top of the tower.
This is an excellent place for walking. Nice mix of woods and open space and wetland. Nice view from the tower.
Great place to hike and explore. Bird watching, wildlife viewing and hike to the top of the tower.
Beautiful place to hike and relax. Been bringing my kids here there while lives there now grown
Trail conditions & character
“This is a beautiful area to go for a relaxing walk and see something beautiful.”
“Nice- quiet, peaceful, hiking trails and bird watching.”
“There are tables you can stop and take a break or eat at and there is a small building near by with bathrooms and information on the trails and conservation efforts in the area.”
Plan your run at Mequon Nature Preserve Observation Tower
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- Distance6 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitemequonnaturepreserve.org
- Phone+1 262-242-8055
- 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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