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Wisconsin
Mcdonald Creek Hwt
28.7 mi
Distance
1,332 ft
Gain
10h 3m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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Mcdonald Creek Hwt
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 28.7 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,332 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,332 ft
- Highest point
- 1,740 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,642 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
McDonald Creek Hwt is a substantial out-and-back trail covering 28.74 miles in Wisconsin, offering hikers an extended journey through diverse terrain along McDonald Creek. This lengthy route provides an immersive experience in the region's natural landscape, with the creek serving as a constant companion throughout the hike. The out-and-back format allows hikers to turn back at any point while enjoying the same scenic path in both directions.
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