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Pike Lake Beach
4.7 ★★★★★ 232 Google reviews · Running trail in Hartford, Wisconsin · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Pike Lake Beach'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.
Lake with hiking trails and beaches for swimming.
What runners say about Pike Lake Beach
“It is a great place to take your water loving dog, as the water is clean and the park is well kept.”
“There are some great views down by the lake, and we have seen plenty of deer on both of our visits.”
“The trails are well marked, have some great hills and are moderately difficult.”
Pike Lake State Park has good picnic and beach areas. Ice Age National Trail goes through continuously (past Holy Hill & then Merton)
The dog beach is adjacent to the "people beach", as you need to follow the wheelchair accessible path from the parking lot to the dog beach. The dog beach is nice, but small. It is a great place to take your water loving dog, as the water is clean and the park is well kept.
Magnificent park, with a beautiful lake, and great for families, and kids throughout the year. Whereas the lake is full of boats during summers, expect a whole lot of snowmobiles and snowshoeing during the winters. The trails range from easy to moderate, and also have a dedicated bike route.
Beautiful park as a whole! I ran a race here this morning which included climbing their tall tower and snapped this fantastic overview of Pike Lake! The trails are challenging and very scenic!
Trail conditions & character
“The dog beach is adjacent to the "people beach", as you need to follow the wheelchair accessible path from the parking lot to the dog beach.”
“There are some great views down by the lake, and we have seen plenty of deer on both of our visits.”
“The dog beach is adjacent to the "people beach", as you need to follow the wheelchair accessible path from the parking lot to the dog beach.”
“The trails are well marked, have some great hills and are moderately difficult.”
“The dog beach is adjacent to the "people beach", as you need to follow the wheelchair accessible path from the parking lot to the dog beach.”
“The trails are well marked, have some great hills and are moderately difficult.”
Plan your run at Pike Lake Beach
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — 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.
- Websitednr.wisconsin.gov
- Phone(262) 670-3400
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–11 PM |
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