The Hike

Summer Fun Hike.  This hike will feature beautiful rolling and winding terrain with fantastic views of kettles, a boulder train, and ephemeral ponds.

Event Details

This is a free event.  Hikers can choose from two one-way hiking options, or a round-trip group hike.

Shuttles (for one-way hikers) will depart from the Poplar Lane parking lot between 8 and 8:45 a.m.  One-way hikers can choose a 3.4 mile hike (from Hoot Owl to Poplar – leashed dogs welcome) or a 5.6 mile hike (Helf Road to Poplar – sorry no dogs between Helf and Hoot Owl).

The group hike (a 6.8 mile out-and-back) will depart from the Poplar Lane parking lot at 9 a.m.  Participants can choose to do the full 6.8 mile round trip or turn back sooner to hike a shorter distance.

Family friendly.  Dogs (must be leashed) are welcome on the group hike and on the 3.4 mile one-way hike.

Delicious summer snacks and drinks will be provided.

Follow the Central Moraines Chapter’s group page on Facebook for updates.

What to Bring

Dress for the weather. Closed toe shoes, a water bottle, and your preferred insect repellent are recommended.  Hiking poles if you use them.

Hike Location

We’ll gather at the Ice Age Trail’s roadside parking lot on Poplar Lane, between Hatley and Ringle, about 15 miles east of Wausau.

GPS coordinates:  44.900494; -89.382500