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Platte Mound M
4.7 ★★★★★ 524 Google reviews · Running trail in Platteville, Wisconsin · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Platte Mound M'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.
Landmark "M" atop a hill has 290 stairs leading to scenic views, plus trails and picnic tables.
What runners say about Platte Mound M
“Gorgeous if u want to go farm site seeing this is it I have amazing pi ture yall I would do this drive anytime to show ppl a different walk of life honestly amazing”
If you are looking for a little exercise in the Platteville, WI area this is the place to come. You can climb to the top of the World’s Largest M on nicely constructed wooden stairs and look out over an amazing view. The view is absolutely spectacular and refreshing after the hike up to the top.
Went with family, multiple young kids. Everyone had a great time. There are a few stopping points to catch your breath amd sit if needed. There is a large nature trail at the top of the hill that we hiked as well. Was very fun and would definitely return to do again some time. No costs/fees.
A decent hike to the top. I thought it was going to walking up a hill. Instead they have really well built stairs all the way to the top. Along with benches to rest along the way and some tables at the top. Nice quick climb.
A unique place to visit! It's quite a few stairs to get to the top but there's a few places to stop with benches and a great view. At the top there are trails, picnic tables and campfire. Worth the climb for the view!
Trail conditions & character
“Gorgeous if u want to go farm site seeing this is it I have amazing pi ture yall I would do this drive anytime to show ppl a different walk of life honestly amazing”
“You can climb to the top of the World’s Largest M on nicely constructed wooden stairs and look out over an amazing view.”
Plan your run at Platte Mound M
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
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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