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Wisconsin
Saint Croix National Scenic River
1.7 mi
Distance
190 ft
Gain
37 min
Time
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What we do know
Inside Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway
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Saint Croix National Scenic River
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.7 mi
- Elevation gain
- 190 ft
- Elevation loss
- 190 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- National Park Service
About this trail
This scenic 1.66-mile out-and-back trail along Wisconsin's Saint Croix National Scenic River offers intimate access to one of the state's most pristine waterways. Hikers enjoy riverside views, native forest, and the gentle character of this federally protected corridor. The trail showcases the natural beauty that makes the Saint Croix a premier destination for water-based recreation and land-based exploration.
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