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      Onalaska trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking and Adaptive Biking. Popular destinations include Greens Coulee Park and Mayo Clinic Health System.
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      Region Details
      • 2

      Region Status
      Open as of Aug 22, 2021
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

      Trails (view details)
      20
      Trails Mountain Bike
      2
      Trails Gravel Bike
      2
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      2
      Trails Hike
      20
      Trails Trail Running
      20
      Total Distance
      29 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      8 miles
      Total Descent
      1,536 ft
      Total Vertical
      576 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,214 ft
      Completed Counter
      115

      Popular Onalaska Mountain Biking Trails

      100 0.0 19 miles 96 ft 47
      This 24-mile trail travels through prairies and backwaters of the upper Mississippi River valley. Built on an abandoned Chicago-Northwestern railroad line, the trail has a finely crushed limestone surface suitable for walking and...
      50 0.0 2 miles 42 ft 6
      Moderately popular white difficulty paved path. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike221 miles121 ft5 miles89 ft
      #13,619#4,1061,004
      Gravel Bike221 miles121 ft5 miles89 ft
      3
      Adaptive Bike221 miles121 ft5 miles89 ft
      #3,102#6663
      Hike2029 miles1,535 ft8 miles577 ft
      #6,690#2,335286
      Trail Running2029 miles1,535 ft8 miles577 ft
      #7,352#2,42662

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Onalaska?
      Onalaska has 2 areas to explore for mountain biking.
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Onalaska?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Onalaska are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Onalaska?
      There are 4 parking locations listed in Onalaska. 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 Onalaska?
      The longest trail in Onalaska is GRST (Trempealeau to Onalaska) at 19.2 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Onalaska?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Onalaska?
      How many trails are in Onalaska?
      Onalaska has a total of 20 trails. Of those, 2 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Onalaska to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Onalaska?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Onalaska is GRST (Trempealeau to Onalaska) with 96 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Onalaska?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Onalaska is GRST (Trempealeau to Onalaska) with 116 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Onalaska?
      Onalaska supports the following activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Adaptive Biking, Trail Running.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Onalaska?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Onalaska is Rose Street Bikeway with an average grade of 0.4%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Onalaska?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Onalaska. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Onalaska?
      The most popular Strava segments in Onalaska are:
      • The Crux of Z (1,061 athletes)
      • Bridge (156 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Onalaska.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Onalaska?
      Yes, there are 2 accessible/adaptive trails in Onalaska. View all adaptive trails in Onalaska for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Onalaska?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Onalaska?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Onalaska are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Onalaska.

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