Iat - Monticello Segment

The Iat - Monticello Segment is a 6.6-mile point-to-point hike in Wisconsin, about a mile from the town of Monticello. It rises from 824 feet to 1,054 feet, with a total elevation gain of 222 feet and a total loss of 393 feet over the course of the route. The climb is moderate, and the steepest stretch comes at about 3.7 miles in, where the grade reaches 8 percent. Bikes are allowed on this route, so it works for both hikers and riders. The trip takes about 2.5 hours, and the Iat - Albany Segment lies just 0.1 mile away, making it easy to pair the two for a longer outing. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show July highs around 82°F with lows near 63°F, while winter brings highs in the 20s and regular snow days from December through February. Nearby options include the Havenridge Nature Trail and Walnut Trail, both about 3.7 miles away, and the Little Sugar River, a canoeing route roughly 4.5 miles off.