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        Kegel Alpha is a trail system located in Franklin on the city's southwest side. Kegel Alpha is mostly singletrack, with both easy and challenging loops that feature flowing trails, tight and twisty sections, and more climbing than available at Oak Hill or Hoyt.

        Rules
        * Multi-use trails (hiking only, shared biking/hiking, and bike only)
        * Open dawn until 10pm
        * Closed when muddy
        * e-Motos and dirt bikes (gas or electric) are not allowed in any Milwaukee County Park
        Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
        eBikes Allowed: No
        Land Status: County Park
        Land Manager: Milwaukee County Parks
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        Region Details
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        Region Status
        Open as of Jul 6, 2026
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        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        13
        Trails Mountain Bike
        5
        Trails Winter Fat Bike
        5
        Trails Hike
        11
        Trails Trail Running
        11
        Total Distance
        6 miles
        Total Descent Distance
        2 miles
        Total Descent
        432 ft
        Total Vertical
        158 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        861 ft
        Reports
        221
        Photos
        105
        Completed Counter
        1,255

        Popular Kegel Alpha Mountain Biking Trails

        100 3.3 3 miles 207 ft 192
        This is the main loop for the Kegel-Alpha system. It is recommended to use the cut-off trail on the north end after recent precipitation, as the northern most section by the river takes a long time to dry out.
        95 4.0 1,010 ft 55 ft 118
        The return trail for sessioning the downhill section of the 2.0 trail.
        85 4.0 2,618 ft 3 ft 93
        The old section of the Kegel-Alpha trail before the 2.0 rework. This section runs near the marsh and river so remains wet much of the year. Only ride when dry please.
        80 4.0 892 ft 31 ft 52
        segment to get to the downhill lines. This was originally a downhill segment named "Whitesnake" for the former Rock Downhill Bike Park in 2013.
        70 5.0 1,617 ft 0 ft 32
        This trail is a jumpline that features over a dozen table tops and a steep S-turn berm at the end. This was originally a machine built trail named "Rolling Stones" for the former Rock Downhill Bike Park in 2013.

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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        • 1 rides

        Kegel Alpha Mountain Bike Routes

        6 miles 306 ft 7 Race
        Ride within your abilities and within all NICA rules and guidelines. Student Athletes must be with their...

        Photos of Kegel Alpha Mountain Bike

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        Videos of Kegel Alpha Mountain Bike

        Alpha downhill section
        0:20 | 152 | Jan 16, 2021
        alpha double to hip
        0:05 | 91 | Jan 16, 2021
        What's Left of The Rock Bike Park- 2016
        0:23 | 608 | Apr 12, 2016
        Kegel-Alpha MTB trail at night
        22:11 | 108 | Aug 6, 2024 , Franklin
        youtuber The inaugural Tuesday Night Ride #TNR on...
        5:20 | 458 | Aug 24, 2022 , Franklin
        Whitnall Park/The Rock - Alpha Trail
        7:50 | 624 | Jun 19, 2022 , Franklin

        Recent Trail Reports

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        Recent Comments

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        RabeekmanreportKegel Alpha 2.0H h I. Do
        Jun 6, 2026 @ 2:51pm
        Jun 6, 2026
        AlexHatlevigtrailKegel Alpha 2.0Great trails! Easy riding with some fun ups...
        Oct 23, 2022 @ 1:01pm
        Oct 23, 2022

        Nearby Areas

        namedistance
        Hoyt Park8.8 km
        Minooka Park 2 28.9 km
        Oak Hill 3 512.4 km
        Meadow View Bike Park 1 114.6 km
        Kletzsch Park Trails 615.8 km

        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
        Mountain Bike54 miles358 ft1 mile157 ft
        #6,607#2,52010221612,260
        Winter Fat Bike54 miles358 ft1 mile157 ft
        #19#21177
        Hike115 miles289 ft1 mile98 ft
        1218542
        Trail Running115 miles289 ft1 mile98 ft
        #14,149#5,980218556

        Frequently Asked Questions About Kegel Alpha

        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Kegel Alpha?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Kegel Alpha are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Kegel Alpha?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Kegel Alpha are:
        • September (19 activities)
        • August (17 activities)
        • November (17 activities)
        Check the Kegel Alpha reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Kegel Alpha?
        There are 4 parking locations listed in Kegel Alpha. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
        What is the longest trail in Kegel Alpha?
        The longest trail in Kegel Alpha is Kegel Alpha 2.0 at 3.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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