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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 Status
      Open as of Jul 6, 2026
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      Stats

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      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
      1,291

      Popular Kegel Alpha Mountain Biking Trails

      • 100 ★ 3.3 • 3 miles • 207 ft • 194 •
      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 • 120 •
      The return trail for sessioning the downhill section of the 2.0 trail.
      • 70 ★ 4.0 • 2,618 ft • 3 ft • 94 •
      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.
      • 85 ★ 4.0 • 892 ft • 31 ft • 57 •
      segment to get to the downhill lines. This was originally a downhill segment named "Whitesnake" for the former Rock Downhill Bike Park in 2013.
      • 80 ★ 5.0 • 1,617 ft • 0 ft • 37 •
      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.

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      Kegel Alpha Mountain Bike Routes

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      Videos of Kegel Alpha Mountain Bike

      Alpha downhill section
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      0:20 | 155 | Jan 16, 2021
      alpha double to hip
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      0:05 | 92 | Jan 16, 2021
      What's Left of The Rock Bike Park- 2016
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      0:23 | 610 | Apr 12, 2016
      Kegel-Alpha MTB trail at night
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      22:11 | 126 | Aug 6, 2024 , Franklin
      youtuber The inaugural Tuesday Night Ride #TNR on...
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      5:20 | 475 | Aug 24, 2022 , Franklin
      Whitnall Park/The Rock - Alpha Trail
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      7:50 | 640 | Jun 19, 2022 , Franklin

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Recent Comments

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      AlexHatlevigtrailKegel Alpha 2.0Great trails! Easy riding with some fun ups...
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      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Hoyt Park 18.8 km
      Minooka Park 2 28.9 km
      Oak Hill 1 512.4 km
      Meadow View Bike Park 1 114.6 km
      Kletzsch Park Trails 215.8 km

      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike54 miles358 ft1 mile157 ft
      #6,630#2,49810221612,315
      Winter Fat Bike54 miles358 ft1 mile157 ft
      #49#25177
      Hike115 miles289 ft1 mile98 ft
      #13,059#5,4091218549
      Trail Running115 miles289 ft1 mile98 ft
      #14,873#6,314218562

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ 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.
      ▼ 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.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Kegel Alpha?
      ▼ How many trails are in Kegel Alpha?
      Kegel Alpha has a total of 13 trails. Of those, 5 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Kegel Alpha to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Kegel Alpha?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Kegel Alpha is Kegel Alpha 2.0 with 207 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Kegel Alpha?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Kegel Alpha is Kegel Alpha 2.0 with 212 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Kegel Alpha?
      Kegel Alpha supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Kegel Alpha?
      The following bike services are available in Kegel Alpha:
      • Bike Shop (1)
      Browse the full Kegel Alpha directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Kegel Alpha?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Kegel Alpha is Uphill Trail with an average grade of 6.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Kegel Alpha?
      Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Kegel Alpha. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Kegel Alpha?
      The overall region status for Kegel Alpha is Clear / Green. Out of 5 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 5
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Kegel Alpha?
      The most popular Strava segments in Kegel Alpha are:
      • Soggy Bottom (1,422 athletes)
      • HJ Alpha- The way Backup (1,275 athletes)
      • White Snake XC DH (1,130 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Kegel Alpha.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Kegel Alpha?
      There are 16 technical trail features (TTFs) in Kegel Alpha. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Kegel Alpha.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Kegel Alpha?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Kegel Alpha?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Kegel Alpha are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Kegel Alpha.
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