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Woodland Dunes State Natural Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 57 Google reviews · Running trail in Two Rivers, Wisconsin · Hours vary

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Boardwalk
Loop distance
Not reported
Shape
Loop
Shade
Not reported
Access
Not reported

Confirmed from Woodland Dunes State Natural Area'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.

BoardwalkLoopScenic

Preserve featuring boardwalks through the wetlands, plus a butterfly garden and observation tower.

What runners say about Woodland Dunes State Natural Area

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (57 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“This is a beautiful and expanding nature area with paths to walk through prairie and wetlands.”

If you are a birder, like to hike, or just commune with nature, this place should be a magnet to you. This is a non-profit organization. There are miles of trails. The diversity of habitats will keep you curious and engaged.. Great special events, always something to do.

★★★★★ — Stephen , Jul 2019

The entrance for hiking is at the west end of the area at the end of Goodman rd. You will see a trailhead sign but there is no parking except along the edge of the road. It's a ver cool hike among lots of boggy and marsh areas! See the pic of the map I post. Don't forget to hit up the .

★★★★★ — Stephen , May 2020

This is a beautiful and expanding nature area with paths to walk through prairie and wetlands. They do fascinating educational programs for adults and children alike. Well worth a visit!

★★★★★ — Jeanne , Jan 2016

This is a great place to hike and view animals in their natural habitat. It features nature programs, great hiking with some boardwalks and viewing points. Most trails are kid friendly and not difficult to hike.

★★★★★ — Daniel , Jan 2017

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 57 reviews →

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.

🏞️ Scenic views 7 mentions

“This is a beautiful and expanding nature area with paths to walk through prairie and wetlands.”

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🪵 Boardwalk 5 mentions

“Walk the butterfly garden, climb the new observation tower, walk the boardwalk into a marshy area.”

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🔁 Loop trail 2 mentions

“75 mi coneflower trail (a loop) on the north side of Goodman road just outside of the natural area.”

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Plan your run at Woodland Dunes State Natural Area

The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
  • SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
  • 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.
  • Websitewoodlanddunes.org
  • Phone(888) 936-7463

Where to find Woodland Dunes State Natural Area

Two Rivers, 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.