If you’ve hiked it, you know: The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is a true Wisconsin treasure. Now the trail has reached a significant milestone, and it’s officially recognized as an official unit within the National Park Service. The recently announced administrative change in status promises a host of benefits for this iconic trail, elevating its stature and opening access to new funding opportunities. Here’s what you need to know about this trail and its new status.

The Ice Age Trail is a rugged hiking path that traces the terminal moraine from the last Ice Age.
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The path winds through a huge swath of Wisconsin. It passes through 30 counties, from Door County to the Minnesota Border.
Alltrails / Gavin S. Slyman
While a small number of people hike the entire trail very year, many enjoy a piece of the path at the time - just find a trailhead and follow the yellow blazes.
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The trail is very popular. An economic impact study conducted in 2019 revealed that the Ice Age Trail attracts around 2.3 million visitors annually.
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Scores of volunteers, supporters, and conservationists support and maintain the trail. It's no small feat, but they keep the trail in great condition.
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The trail's new NPS status has a lot of benefits. It grants the Ice Age Trail equal legal standing with other National Park Service destinations. This designation not only acknowledges the trail's geological, economic, and historic significance but also opens up new funding opportunities for its preservation and development.
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I’ve explored quite a bit of this Wisconsin treasure and would love to hike the whole thing. Maybe someday! Learn more about the Ice Age National Scenic Trail on the trail’s website. Get all your hiking shoes and supplies at REI – and here are some more Wisconsin attractions and other must-see places.

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Ice Age Trail - Verona Segment, Ice Age National Scenic Trail, Verona, WI 53593, USA