Wisconsin · Cross-country skiing

Old Military Road

1.0 mi
round trip
157 ft
climb
776 ft
high point
Out and back
route
May–Oct
best months

Is Old Military Road open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway. It doesn't name Old Military Road, so check the source for the area it covers.

  • North Parking Lot at Osceola Landing to Close for Bridge Construction

    Park closure covering Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway · NPS · Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway

As of · Source: NPS · Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Old Military Road is a short, easy cross-country ski route in Wisconsin, set within the Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway and Wild River State Park. The land is managed by State Park and Recreation, and the route is an out-and-back that covers about 1.9 miles with a total elevation gain of 10 feet. The climb is minimal, with the steepest stretch at about 5% grade near the start, and the high point sits at 776 feet. Winter is the natural season for this route. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show January highs around 22°F with lows near 0°F, while February runs about 27°F by day and 3°F at night. Spring and fall bring milder conditions, with May highs near 69°F and October highs around 57°F. Deer Creek Loop lies just 0.2 miles away, and the Malter F. Mondale River Trail and Pioneer Trail are each about 0.7 miles off. For an overnight stay, Interstate State Park Campground is roughly 9 miles away.

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