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Trail Conditions
NOTICE: Access to Lower Hixon Trailhead from Milson Court to Quarry Road will be closed until further notice due to annual freeze/thaw conditions.
NOTICE: Grand Crossing Trail is closed for repair and reconstruction. Please follow posted detours.
Paved Trails to use during Freeze/Thaw conditions:
- Chad Erickson Memorial Park
- Marsh Trails (Jim Asfoor, Vietnam Veterans, Willow)
- Green Island Trails
- Pammel Creek Trail
- Bud Hendrickson Trail
- 3 Rivers State Trail
Trail Systems & Maps
Hixon Forest - 2600 Old Quarry Rd
Hixon Forest (WINTER)
Upper Hixon Forest – 709 CTY Rd FA
The Gateway - 3020 Grandad Bluff Rd
La Crosse River Marsh - 789 Myrick Park Dr
Mathy Quarry - N3065 CTY Rd FA
Hass Tract – 3720 Easter Rd
Skemp Tract - CTY Rd B
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| Android | Apple iOS |
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Support Your Trails
The City of La Crosse’s trail system is a vital part of our community's park system, providing residents and visitors with safe, accessible, and sustainable options for recreation, transportation, and community connection. These multi-use trails are an extension of our public parks system—supporting public health, environmental stewardship, and economic vitality.
Your donation directly supports the care, improvement, and expansion of this valued public asset. From resurfacing and signage to habitat preservation and safety upgrades, community contributions help us enhance these spaces for current users and future generations.
Support the trails that support you.
Hunting Reminder: Please be aware that many City owned properties in the Blufflands are open annually for hunting according to local, state and federal regulations. These properties remain open for all users during hunting seasons. We encourage everyone using these lands to wear bright florescent colors, remain on designated trails, and to keep their animals on leash.
For a complete listing of City owned properties open to hunting click here. *All state and federal hunting regulations must be followed. For a complete listing of hunting seasons please visit: https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/hunt/dates.html
Trail Etiquette
Trail Information
Restoration Project Overview - available Here
Hiking in La Crosse, Wi webinar by Emma Malooly, Riverside Corporate Wellness Fitness Trainer - available Here
Rules & Regulations
No Camping
No Fires
No Smoking
No Littering
Animals in City Parks & Trails must be on leash
Trail Conditions
*Disclaimer: Trailbot is not a City of La Crosse product and
is not maintained by the City of La Crosse.
SEASONAL CLOSURE: Twister & Mr. Hyde
The sections of Twister & Mr. Hyde that cross into private property (see map below) are closed from November 1 through January 1. Please respect posted signage.