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Glacial Erratic Boulder on Harwood Lake Segment of Ice Age National Scenic Trail

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Chippewa Moraine Segment of Ice Age National Scenic Trail

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Ice Age Trail sign on the McKenzie Creek Segment of Ice Age National Scenic Trail

expansive view as seen from atop Gibraltar Rock

The view extends for many miles from atop Gibraltar Rock.

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Blue Hills Felsenmeer in Wisconsin.

Ice Age National Scenic Trail sign near the McKenzie Creek Segment

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Yellow blazes indicate that you are on Ice Age National Scenic Trail

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Trail on the Straight Lake Segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.

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Trail on the Pine Lake Segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail

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Trail on the Harwood Lake Segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail

Physical Address:

8075 Old Sauk Pass Road

Cross Plains, WI 53528

Mailing Address:

8075 Old Sauk Pass Road

Cross Plains, WI 53528

contact-details

Phone Number: 608-798-8700 Voice

Email Address: iatr_administration@nps.gov
Description:

Fees

Entrance Fees

Entrance Passes

The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, managed and maintained by dedicated volunteers, Ice Age Trail Alliance, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, local partners, and the National Park Service.

park designation:National Scenic Trail

Directions:

Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans nearly 1,200 miles across Wisconsin. Major commercial airports are located in cities and regional hubs throughout the state, offering access to the trail. Numerous trailheads with parking are available, allowing you to explore the trail at various entry points along the route.

For detailed directions, please visit this link.

Directions

Operating Hours:

Trail

The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is not your 'typical' park. The trail is almost 1,200 miles long and crosses the state of Wisconsin north to south and east to west. The Trail is open year round. However some segments may be closed during Wisconsin's November 9-day gun deer hunting season. Additional information about hunting seasons, trail conditions and closures along the rest of the trail is available from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Ice Age Trail Alliance.

National Park Service Office

The operating hours for the National Park Service office located at 8075 Old Sauk Pass Road in Cross Plains, Wisconsin are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except holidays.

Exceptions:

Memorial Day Holiday Closure (May 29, 2025 - May 29, 2025)

Veterans Day Holiday Closure (November 11, 2025 - November 11, 2025)

Thanksgiving Holiday Closure (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)

Christmas Holiday Closure (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)

New Year's Day Holiday Closure (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Closure (January 20, 2025 - January 20, 2025)

Washington's Birthday Holiday Closure (February 17, 2025 - February 17, 2025)

Independence Day Holiday Closure (July 4, 2025 - July 4, 2025)

Labor Day Holiday Closure (September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025)

Columbus Day Holiday Closure (October 13, 2025 - October 13, 2025)

Weather Information:

Wisconsin has four distinct seasons. Summers are generally warm, while winters are cold, often bringing significant snowfall. Weather conditions can vary widely throughout the year and location on the trail. Prepare accordingly for each season when visiting the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.