Hillsboro State Trail:
Wisconsin
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Description:
The 4.3-mile Hillsboro State Trail will make you feel instantly at home. Easy and flat, a short excursion on this trail will take you from Hillsboro to Union Center on a smooth gravel surface. But this trail is more of a draw for what it connects you to than for the trip itself.
In Union Center you can hook up with the "400" State Trail, which connects to the Elroy-Sparta and Omaha rail-trails to the north. Access this longer trail system for amenities such as campsites, trail information kiosks, picnic rest areas, and restroom facilities.
In Hillsboro you have your pick of activities. Outdoor types will find hiking opportunities in Wildcat Mountain State Park, canoeing on the Kickapoo River, bird watching at the Wildcat Mountain State Park Wildlife Reserve, or trout fishing at Hillsboro Lake. Shoppers will enjoy the farmer's market (May to October), with local produce and Amish baked goods brought to market by buggies from the surrounding Amish community. History buffs will want to stop by the Field-Veteran's Memorial Park to pay tribute to local veterans. And architecture enthusiasts can explore one of the largest concentrations of round barns in the United States. Many were built and designed by Alga Shivers, an African-American settler and son of a slave who escaped to the area via the Underground Railroad.
Finally, the calendar of events in this town will hold anyone's interest. Hillsboro stakes its claim as the "Czech Capital of Wisconsin," and every June a week-long celebration marks local heritage with spirited music and dancing, handmade crafts, and Czech fare such as roast pork, sauerkraut, and dumplings. The town also hosts a two-day tractor pull around July Fourth, and the region's largest Labor Day celebration complete with a parade, carnival, and softball tournaments.
Whether you come to Hillsboro for a day or a week, be sure to travel its hometown rail-trail as a way to immerse yourself in the flavor of this lively community
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Parking & Trail Access:
Take WI-33/WI-82 into the town of Hillsboro, 33/82 will become Water Avenue; turn left on E. Madison Street, then go two blocks; trail head will be on your left.
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good trail
By steve yanna on November 12, 2006
This summser 06 I rode the 400 trail 5x and twice I
included the Hillsboro trail.
This trail is very scenic and
in good condition. As good
as the 400 if not better. Riding the 400 is not complete without the pleasent
ride to Hillsboro. I highly
recommend this trail. Enjoy!!
Needs work
By Ron Jurgens on August 27, 2003
"This short trail has a nice rest area in Hillsboro. The trail, though, isn't very well maintained, although the surface is solid. "
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