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Quiet, Uncrowded Trails in Wisconsin
Wisconsin has 182 trails with quiet, uncrowded running in this directory, across 87 cities and towns — Kenosha, Madison, Menomonee Falls, Sheboygan and 83 more. Room to run intervals without weaving through walkers and bikes.
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Peninsula State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 5,666 reviews
Huge scenic park with a 38-acre island, 18-hole golf course, bike trails, camping & more.
High Cliff State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,343 reviews
State park on Lake Winnebago featuring scenic limestone cliffs, a beach, trails & picnic areas.
Riverside Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,076 reviews
This enduring park has trails, open spaces & a band shell & also hosts an annual Riverfest.
Governor Dodge State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,912 reviews
5,350 acres featuring sandstone bluffs, 2 swimming lakes, hiking, off-road biking trails & more.
Phoenix Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,170 reviews
This 9-acre riverbank park offers a walking labyrinth, picnic pavilion & year-round farmers' market.
Harrington Beach State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,904 reviews
715-acre park on Lake Michigan offering swimming, hiking, bird-watching & an astronomy observatory.
Simmons Island Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,868 reviews
Scenic Lake Michigan park with a beach, lighthouse & picnic tables, plus trails & a playground.
Voyageur Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,785 reviews
Quaint city park on the banks of the Fox River with a playground, paved trails & boat docks.
Kettle Moraine State Forest - Lapham Peak Unit
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,606 reviews
This forested park offers trails, picnic areas, a nature center, camping & a summer outdoor stage.
Greenfield Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,616 reviews
Recreation area featuring a family water park with waterslides, an 18-hole golf course & more.
Potawatomi State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,539 reviews
1,200-acre recreation area for water-based activities, camping, hiking, skiing, hunting & fishing.
Deland Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,515 reviews
Lakeside park featuring beaches, play areas, a pavilion, boat ramps & a fish-cleaning station.
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,427 reviews
185-acre habitat on Lake Michigan, with 6 miles of hiking trails & a 60-ft. observation tower.
Heckrodt Wetland Reserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,369 reviews
City nature reserve with boardwalks & trails through wetland, prairie & forest & a nature center.
Wequiock Falls County Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,432 reviews
Tranquil roadside park with picnic tables, drinking water, restrooms & a scenic, seasonal waterfall.
Pierce Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,265 reviews
Local park with a host of recreational facilities, including a disc-golf field & tennis courts.
Big Foot Beach State Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,344 reviews
Lake Geneva park with swimming, canoeing & kayaking, short hiking trails & camping.
Doctor's Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,119 reviews
Remote beach area on the lakefront with wild & paved trails from the bluff parking lot to the shore.
Riverside Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,076 reviews
A playground, picnic space, open grassy lawns & fishing are the draw at this local, waterfront park.
Milwaukee River Greenway
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,112 reviews
Restored riverfront area featuring multiuse trails, kayaking, fishing piers & lots of green space.
Lakefront Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,066 reviews
City-run park hosting a calendar of outdoor concerts as well as having 7-day summer lifeguard cover.
Klode Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,062 reviews
This recreation area on Whitefish Bay features a sandy shoreline, plus a playground & tennis courts.
Menominee Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,032 reviews
Lakefront park featuring a zoo, two playgrounds and boat launches.
Sheridan Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 994 reviews
Waterside access & vistas, plus tennis, basketball, playgrounds & a paved multi-use trail.
HarborPark
4.7 ★★★★★ 950 reviews
Scenic green space boasting a lakeside promenade, a splash pad, a sculpture garden & summer events.
Wildwood Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 899 reviews
Recreation area offering nature trails, disc golf, an outdoor pool & fishing ponds on 340 acres.
Lake Wissota State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 923 reviews
Park with 1,000+ acres of forest & prairie plus a swimming lake, hiking, biking & horseback trails.
Token Creek County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 894 reviews
Large 427-acre green space offering walking & equestrian trails, volleyball courts & campsites.
Eichelman Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 873 reviews
Quaint park offering a beach & views of Lake Michigan, plus trails, a playground & flower garden.
Governor Nelson State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 863 reviews
Picturesque park featuring a beach on Lake Mendota, trails through woods & prairies, & a playground.
Rocky Arbor State Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 891 reviews
Tranquil, 144-acre park with campsites & hiking trails amid pine-tree forests & sandstone bluffs.
Pfiffner Pioneer Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 811 reviews
Riverside park featuring the Pfiffner Building, a paved path, a bandshell, a gazebo & more.
Lake Geneva Shore Path
4.8 ★★★★★ 777 reviews
Lakefront trail meandering through private yards and showcasing lakeside mansions, plus gardens.
Aztalan State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 788 reviews
This park made up of woodlands & open prairie offers activities such as hiking, fishing & boating.
Wolfenbuttel Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 771 reviews
Popular for weddings, this scenic area has a flower garden with a large pergola & water views.
Lakeshore State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 734 reviews
22-acre urban state park with a fishing pier & marina, plus benches, views & a 1.7-mile paved trail.
Kinnickinnic State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 745 reviews
Park with a sandy beach & 6.5 miles of hiking trails offering opportunities for fishing & hunting.
Whitefish Dunes State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 657 reviews
State park offering hiking trails, a beach, camping, and picnic and barbecue areas.
Bender Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 698 reviews
Dog-friendly park near Lake Michigan offering a sandy beach, hiking trails and picnics.
Havenwoods State Forest
4.6 ★★★★★ 669 reviews
State forest popular for viewing birds & wildlife, with serene trails & kids' nature programs.
Calumet County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 639 reviews
Spot with electric & basic campsites for tents & RVs, plus winter activities such as sledding.
Nixon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 625 reviews
Scenic public space featuring a pond, a beer garden, a playground and baseball fields.
Scout Lake Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 619 reviews
This natural wooded area features a lake for fishing, a paved lakeside path & a kids' play area.
Virmond County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 591 reviews
63-acre park with a lake overlook, picnic pavilion & playground, plus trails, benches & open fields.
River Bend Nature Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 537 reviews
Nature-focused spot boasting scenic trails, kid-friendly activities and maple syrup-making exhibits.
Lake Vista Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 527 reviews
Lakeside park with a pier, bike trails, a pavilion, a playground and plenty of seating.
Rotary Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 529 reviews
Park featuring picnic shelters, a trail, softball & volleyball, a playground & restrooms.
Bukolt Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 507 reviews
Riverside park offering swimming & fishing areas, plus athletic fields, a playground & a skate park.
Fox River Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 506 reviews
Vast, clean park featuring frisbee golf courses, playgrounds and sledding hills.
Muskego Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 525 reviews
Tranquil spot on 193 acres, with hardwood forests & wildlife, swimming beach, picnics & camping.
Brown County WI Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 491 reviews
Hiker-friendly park with flat trails as well as more challenging ones, plus ponds and a marsh.
Southport Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 493 reviews
Lakefront park with a playground, picnic tables, and opportunities for relaxation.
Green Isle Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 471 reviews
Park featuring basketball, baseball & soccer along with picnic areas, a playground & river fishing.
University of Wisconsin–Madison Arboretum
4.9 ★★★★★ 442 reviews
1,200 acres of varied habitats including prairies, forests & wetlands plus trails & nature classes.
Pennoyer Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 456 reviews
Established in 1934, this 39-acre park features a playground, restrooms & tennis/pickleball courts.
Sheehan Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 465 reviews
Serene park with sports fields, a playground & seasonal wildflowers, plus cross-country ski trails.
Covered Bridge County Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 434 reviews
Stream-adjacent park for picnics and fishing, featuring a covered wooden bridge built in 1876.
Lake Pacawa Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 436 reviews
Park featuring a beach, playground, and splash pad, plus a picnic area and a baseball field.
Hartung Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 418 reviews
Park featuring trails, a playground, a pond, swings, picnic tables.
Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary & Arboretum
4.8 ★★★★★ 405 reviews
Nature preserve with a 12-acre arboretum, woodlands, and historic buildings, plus trails and stargazing.
Oakwood Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 403 reviews
Relaxed outdoor spot with baseball fields and tennis courts as well as a playground and a pond.
Rod & Gun Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 389 reviews
35-acre park featuring 8 spring-fed ponds & offering a volleyball court, playground & picnic spots.
Great River Landing
4.7 ★★★★★ 384 reviews
Picnicking, biking, fishing, and sunsets are available at this spot overlooking the Mississippi and Black Rivers.
Enos Colburn Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 404 reviews
Park with tennis courts and a pool, baseball fields, and basketball courts, plus a playground.
Big Bay Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 374 reviews
Lakefront beach with hiking paths and picnic areas, known for its tranquil atmosphere.
Maywood
4.8 ★★★★★ 362 reviews
This 135-acre nature park features 6 ecosystems, an arboretum & a butterfly & hummingbird garden.
Buttermilk Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 372 reviews
Hilly park with 20-acres of lawns, playgrounds, tennis & basketball courts & a sledging slope.
Peabody Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 369 reviews
Multi-use facility with numerous sports courts, picnic areas, disc golf, a boat ramp & wading pool.
Hoyt Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 365 reviews
A former quarry, this recreational area has picnic shelters with stone fireplaces & a trail network.
Heesakker Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 354 reviews
Hiking trails feature at this community park with fishing, sport courts & winter ice skating.
Rockport Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 350 reviews
246-acre space with a Native American-themed playground, outdoor pool & winter cross-country skiing.
Peace Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 347 reviews
City park featuring a large wooden playset, mountain biking trails, and a picnic area.
Nordic Skiing and Hiking Trails
4.8 ★★★★★ 295 reviews
Popular place for hiking and cross-country skiing with multiple trails for varying difficulty levels.
Sanders Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 296 reviews
Community park featuring picnic areas, a playground, scenic nature trail & campgrounds.
Dorothy Carnes County Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 257 reviews
Landscaped park with a lake, trails, playgrounds and picnicking plus birding.
Raymer's Cove
4.8 ★★★★★ 237 reviews
Nature preserve with hiking trails leading to a small beach on the lake.
Natureland Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 231 reviews
Relaxed park featuring spring-fed water and numerous walking trails.
Willowood Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 241 reviews
Neighborhood park with sport courts & fields, a playground, ice-skating & trails.
Cravath Lakefront Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 255 reviews
Manicured grassy area and lakeside park for fishing and picnics.
Sam Poerio Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 245 reviews
70-acre suburban park with baseball fields, picnic shelters, a playground, parking & restrooms.
1000 Islands Environmental Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 224 reviews
Kid-friendly, free nature center with trails for hiking and observing wildlife.
Lions Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 234 reviews
Relaxed local park featuring baseball fields, tennis courts and playgrounds as well as walking paths.
Bristol Woods County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 224 reviews
Kid-friendly destination featuring miles of trails for hiking, bird-watching and nature viewing, plus playgrounds.
Tivoli Island Natural Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 227 reviews
Park offering a dam, fishing, walking paths, and wildlife, plus picnic tables.
Webster Park | Leased by the City of Wauwatosa
4.4 ★★★★☆ 215 reviews
Clean recreation area featuring a modern playground as well as a picnic area, a grassy field and soccer goals.
Lake View Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 213 reviews
Relaxed park with a dog run, grills and a playground plus views of Lake Michigan.
Jordan County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
Spacious and private campsites along with playground areas, plus bathrooms.
Stigler Nature Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 190 reviews
Preserve featuring a 1.18-mile loop trail, plus a small creek and bridges.
Hamus Nature Preserve & Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 186 reviews
Nature preserve featuring a trio of ponds, picnic tables and barbecue grills, as well as walking trails for dogs.
Kettle Moraine State Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 183 reviews
State park featuring a lake, picnic tables, and a public restroom, plus trails.
Stricker's Pond
4.7 ★★★★★ 181 reviews
Trails winding through a park, featuring basketball and tennis courts, plus a soccer field.
Prospect Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 168 reviews
Wooded picnic-table park featuring a playground, an overlook and a pavilion with fireplace and barbecue facilities.
Paul E. Stry Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 168 reviews
Unpretentious nature reserve boasting scenic trails and waterfalls as well as a pond and fountain.
Putnam Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 166 reviews
Numerous native trees, plants, animals & birds populate this diverse wilderness area with trails.
Sauk Creek Nature Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 148 reviews
Secluded spot featuring a small waterfall, hiking trails, deer, salmon and trout.
Mill Pond Plaza
4.7 ★★★★★ 148 reviews
Pleasant park with a dam and river views that's popular for picnics and photography.
Friedenfeld Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 151 reviews
City park with a playground, baseball fields, soccer field, and walking trails.
Erickson Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 137 reviews
Park featuring a dam, trails, picnic areas, and a fishing pier, plus a kayak launch.
Turtle Creek Greenway Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 138 reviews
Mary Knoll Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 143 reviews
Compact park area featuring forested trails, tennis courts & a children's playground.
Baird Creek Bike Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 125 reviews
Scenic trail featuring lush woods, a paved path and a creek, along with hiking spots.
Shaler Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 135 reviews
Fishing is available at this city park with a memorial and picnic tables.
River Barn Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 131 reviews
Relaxed, clean park known for baseball fields (3 of them ) and softball tournaments.
Schoen Laufen Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 131 reviews
Picnic tables, gravel trails, and a river are featured at this kid-friendly park.
Ice Age Trail - Monches Segment
4.8 ★★★★★ 122 reviews
Wooded hiking area featuring a shaded, hilly trail with flowing water.
Katie's Garden
4.7 ★★★★★ 121 reviews
Landscaped outdoor space featuring a stream and various gardens.
Silver Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 123 reviews
Lakeside area for kayaking and canoeing, plus hiking and fishing.
Veterans' Memorial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 116 reviews
Park featuring green lawns, riverside views, and a stage where live music is performed on Thursdays.
Quarry Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 123 reviews
Wooded area showcases hiking & mountain biking trails with steep hills, sharp bends & rocky terrain.
Asylum Point Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 123 reviews
Park offering lake views, picnic areas, kid-friendly hiking trails, and a lighthouse.
Carriage Hills Estates Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 116 reviews
Lake-dotted green space featuring kids' play areas and basketball and volleyball courts.
Sanders Park Hardwoods State Natural Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 116 reviews
Relaxing hardwood park offering walking trails through the center, as well as a campground.
Happy Hollow Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 120 reviews
Modest park, offering hiking trails and boat launches, plus river views.
Duck Egg County Forest
4.6 ★★★★★ 111 reviews
Peaceful park featuring rocky trails alongside a fast-flowing stream, as well as a dam.
Hartbrook Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 106 reviews
Popular spot featuring playground equipment and a merry-go-round, as well as basketball and baseball courts.
MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 102 reviews
Quiet urban nature reserve with a playground and a nature center plus educational exhibits.
Domer Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 107 reviews
Casual park featuring picnic tables, trails and riverside benches.
Shorewood Nature Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 100 reviews
Nature preserve featuring kid-friendly hikes, a beach, and a trail.
Wehmhoff Jucker Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 104 reviews
Riverfront playground with basketball courts to shoot hoops and a pavilion, plus benches.
Oak Creek Parkway Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 106 reviews
Play area with swings and a slide, plus a hill popular for sledding.
Babe Mann Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 104 reviews
Relaxing park and water recreation area for picnics, running and fishing.
White River Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 99 reviews
Trails for biking and walking (with a few benches and picnic tables along the way) in a flat trail system.
Cudahy Nature Preserve
4.4 ★★★★☆ 100 reviews
Park featuring scenic wooded trails for kid-friendly hikes and bird watching.
Kinnickinnic River Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 90 reviews
Relaxed, scenic outdoors recreational area featuring hiking trails (some steep, good for sledding) and fishing.
Token Creek Conservancy
4.7 ★★★★★ 89 reviews
Wooded park featuring picnic tables, a covered area and a bridge, as well as trails and a cemetery.
Elmwood Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 93 reviews
Wooded park featuring baseball fields, a playground, swings and picnic tables.
Mountain Bay State Recreational Trail Lakeview Drive Access
4.9 ★★★★★ 83 reviews
Dog-friendly place featuring an extensive network of trails for walking, biking and hiking.
Rosary Walk | Our Lady of Guadalupe
4.9 ★★★★★ 80 reviews
Beautiful, reflective sanctuary with gardens, a rosary walk and a station of the cross.
Nishan Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 85 reviews
Park offering a baseball field and a playground, as well as picnic tables.
Elmer and Edna Culver Wetlands Conservancy
4.7 ★★★★★ 82 reviews
Relaxed, park-like expanse popular for hiking, with springs and a wetland on-site.
Rose Lake State Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 79 reviews
Nature preserve offering picnic tables, trails, an observation deck, and wetland views.
Ice Age Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 83 reviews
Kid- and bike-friendly hiking area with walking trails and wildlife sightings.
Village of Allouez- Wiese Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 87 reviews
Park featuring soccer fields, picnic tables and a disc golf course along the East River.
Koziczkowski Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 78 reviews
Stute Springs & Homestead Nature Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 66 reviews
Well-kept nature trails through peaceful woods plus barns and other structures from a former farm.
Sather Nature Center
4.4 ★★★★☆ 69 reviews
Natural space featuring a paved path, dirt tracks, picnic areas and a river.
Millennium Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 64 reviews
Paved trail featuring benches, educational plaques, cross-country ski areas and a dog park.
Kurth Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 60 reviews
Park with a playground, baseball field, and slides, as well as tennis and soccer fields.
Mush-Ko-Se-Day Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 54 reviews
Park with kid-friendly hiking trails and picnic areas.
White River State Trail Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 49 reviews
Peaceful, kid-friendly area with trails for hiking, walking, and biking.
Muskego Horn Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 55 reviews
Menasha Conservancy Area
4.4 ★★★★☆ 49 reviews
Nature trail system featuring deer, birds and lush vegetation, plus cross-country skiing in winter.
Forest Beach Migratory Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 46 reviews
Nature preserve popular with birders featuring a variety of wildlife.
Taylor Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 45 reviews
Sunset Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 43 reviews
Park on the Fox River with a trail, benches, and sunset views.
Glen Fox Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 44 reviews
Stone Family Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 35 reviews
Badertscher Preserve
4.2 ★★★★☆ 33 reviews
Park featuring hiking trails, which are suitable for kids.
High Grove Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 31 reviews
Fellenz Woods
4.6 ★★★★★ 26 reviews
Tranquil area of mowed prairie with paths and river access for hiking, birding and strolling.
Keating Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 23 reviews
Ice Age Trail, Dunes Segment
4.8 ★★★★★ 21 reviews
Spring Creek Reserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 8 reviews
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