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SaveMilwaukee trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running and Adaptive Biking. Scenery includes lakes and creeks. Many trails are family friendly.
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- Mountain Bike
12 trails
- Adaptive Bike
6 trails
- Hike
12 trails
- Trail Running
12 trails
Region Details
- 3
- 9
Region Status
Open as of Aug 16, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 12
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 12
- Trails E-Bike
- 3
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 12
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 6
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 12
- Trails Trail Running
- 12
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 1
- Total Distance
- 41 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 15 miles
- Total Descent
- 720 ft
- Total Vertical
- 182 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 761 ft
- Reports
- 6
- Photos
- 24
- Completed Counter
- 1,066
Popular Milwaukee Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 2,126 ft • 6 ft • 106 •
Paved path along the east side of Lakeshore State Park.
• 85 ★ 4.0 • 9 miles • 55 ft • 88 •
This is a paved trail following an old railway path. West of Canal St it is mostly separated from roads and the urban setting. East of Canal St, the path follows to the side of the road into Downtown.
• 70 ★ 4.0 • 4 miles • 110 ft • 82 •
North end of Oak Leaf Lake Line. Passes Bradford Beach and ends at Lake Park. Can loop up one side of Lincoln Memorial Dr and back on the other from the Oak Leaf Milwaukee River Line.
• 50 ★ 4.0 • 12 miles • 129 ft • 55 •
Paved path that travels between Brown Deer Rd and Veterans Park by the lakefront. There is a pedestrian bridge near McKinley Marina to cross Lincoln Memorial Dr and access the lakefront paths and parks.
• 45 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 35 ft • 41 •
Paved path through Lakeshore State Park (island next to Summerfest).
• 35 ★ 4.0 • 4,537 ft • 31 ft • 35 •
Spur of the Hank Aaron Trail system from the ball park to the Domes. Ebikes have no class designation but Wi DNR imposes a 15 mph speed limit.
• 25 ★ 0.0 • 1 mile • 22 ft • 13 •
Less popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 0.0 • 2 miles • 12 ft •
Less popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.
Photos of Milwaukee Mountain Bike
Videos of Milwaukee Mountain Bike
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Jun 5, 2025
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheridan to Grant | Apr 2, 2026 @ 7:43pm (America/Chicago) Apr 2, 2026 | Unknown | KeithzQRHIK | ||
| Lakeshore Park East Trail | Oct 1, 2023 @ 12:55am Oct 1, 2023 | Ideal | soul-sacrificed | ||
| Oak Leaf Trail - Milwaukee River Line | Aug 15, 2023 @ 4:24pm Aug 15, 2023 | Ideal | Ampfrog | ||
| Hank Aaron State Trail | Aug 15, 2023 @ 4:04pm Aug 15, 2023 | Ideal | Ampfrog | ||
| South Shore to Bayview | May 29, 2021 @ 10:51am May 29, 2021 | Ideal | bcborder |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| chrica04 | like | directory | activity #106782678 | Oct 28, 2026 @ 6:13pm Oct 28, 2026 |
| Joe9xT74k | wishlist | trail | activity #95729648 | May 28, 2026 @ 1:22pm May 28, 2026 |
| etnc | like | directory | activity #92943457 | Apr 19, 2026 @ 6:36am Apr 19, 2026 |
| Tony9704 | ridden | trail | activity #92570429 | Apr 13, 2026 @ 5:49pm Apr 13, 2026 |
| KeithzQRHIK | add | report | activity #91792551 | Apr 2, 2026 @ 5:43pm Apr 2, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | North of Mill Rd (Glendale), the trail is more... | Aug 15, 2023 @ 4:30pm Aug 15, 2023 | ||
| trail | Nice paved path through meadows, passes Three... | Aug 15, 2023 @ 4:09pm Aug 15, 2023 |
Local Badges
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Climbing 10k Badge0 awarded -
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Epic Ride Descent 2k0 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge0 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge0 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Wauwatosa Bicycle Pump Track | skill park | Milwaukee |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 12 | 41 miles | 719 ft | 15 miles | 184 ft | #4,901 | #41 | 21 | 6 | 5,761 | ||
| E-Bike | 3 | 11 miles | 230 ft | 5 miles | 177 ft | 4 | 458 | |||||
| Gravel Bike | 12 | 41 miles | 719 ft | 15 miles | 184 ft | #8,403 | #2,676 | 16 | ||||
| Adaptive Bike | 6 | 24 miles | 354 ft | 8 miles | 125 ft | #3,046 | #12 | 3 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 1 | 2 miles | 16 ft | 1,978 ft | 46 ft | #8,403 | #2,676 | |||||
| Hike | 12 | 41 miles | 719 ft | 15 miles | 184 ft | #6,373 | #36 | 6 | 180 | |||
| Trail Running | 12 | 41 miles | 719 ft | 15 miles | 184 ft | #5,730 | #28 | 6 | 329 | |||
| Nordic Ski | 1 | 9 miles | 190 ft | 5 miles | 174 ft | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Milwaukee?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Milwaukee are:
- Hank Aaron State Trail (4/5)
- Lakeshore State Park Trail (4/5)
- Oak Leaf Trail - Milwaukee River Line (4/5)
- Hank Aaron State Trail (4/5)
- Lakeshore Park East Trail (4/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Milwaukee?
There are 4 parking locations listed in Milwaukee. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Milwaukee?
The longest trail in Milwaukee is Oak Leaf Trail - Milwaukee River Line at 12.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Milwaukee?
The best hiking trails in Milwaukee are:
- Oak Leaf - Lake Line
- Lakeshore Park East Trail
- Hank Aaron State Trail
- Oak Leaf Trail - Milwaukee River Line
- Lakeshore State Park Trail
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Milwaukee?
The best trail running trails in Milwaukee are:
- North River Walk Way
- Lakeshore Park East Trail
- Beerline Trail
- Oak Leaf - Lake Line
- Oak Leaf Trail - Milwaukee River Line
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How many trails are in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee has a total of 12 trails. Browse top mountain biking trails in Milwaukee to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Milwaukee?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Milwaukee is Oak Leaf Trail - Milwaukee River Line with 129 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Milwaukee?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Milwaukee is Hank Aaron State Trail with 191 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Milwaukee?
The following bike services are available in Milwaukee:
- Bike Shop (7)
- Club (1)
- Trail Association (1)
- Trail Builders (1)
- Other (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Milwaukee?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Milwaukee is Oak Leaf - Lake Line with an average grade of 0.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Milwaukee?
The overall region status for Milwaukee is Clear / Green. Out of 5 trails:
- Clear / Green: 5
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Can I ride an ebike in Milwaukee?
There are 3 trails in Milwaukee that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Milwaukee?
The most popular Strava segments in Milwaukee are:
- Oak Leaf Sprint (14,162 athletes)
- Veterans Park Sprint (13,145 athletes)
- Art Museum Sprint (12,190 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Milwaukee?
There are 2 technical trail features (TTFs) in Milwaukee. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Milwaukee.
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Milwaukee?
Yes, there are 6 accessible/adaptive trails in Milwaukee. View all adaptive trails in Milwaukee for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Milwaukee?
There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Milwaukee directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Milwaukee?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Milwaukee are:
- Hank Aaron State Trail
- Lakeshore State Park Trail
- Oak Leaf Trail - Milwaukee River Line
- Hank Aaron State Trail
- Lakeshore Park East Trail
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Milwaukee?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Milwaukee are:
- Hank Aaron State Trail (4/5)
- Lakeshore State Park Trail (4/5)
- Oak Leaf Trail - Milwaukee River Line (4/5)
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