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2.7 miles
Distance
145 ft
Climb
-32 ft
Descent
00:36:34
Avg time
115 ft
Altitude change
602 ft
Altitude min
733 ft
Altitude max
602 ft
Altitude start
715 ft
Altitude end
0.8%
Grade
-10.5%
Grade max
21.6%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
2,028 ft
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
00:36:34
Avg time
Handcut Details
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Activities
- Nordic Ski
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- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaPeninsula State Park
Fish Creek, Wisconsin -
Difficulty Rating
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Trail TypeDoubletrack
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Snow GroomingClassic
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Bike TypeGravel
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular In Reverse
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Climb DifficultyGreen
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Physical RatingEasy
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Ride in RainYes
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Land OwnerWisconsin DNR
This trail winds through old growth forest and across some open prairies via double track and single track. It can be ridden in both directions. More experienced riders can find little side hits and let off the brakes in some areas. You can use this trail to combine other trails in the area to do a large loop. Typically, this trail can be ridden in the wet.
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State Parks require a pass to ride these trails
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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Directions to handcut trailhead
(45.130360, -87.234990)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Handcut
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Where is Handcut located?
Handcut is located in Peninsula State Park, Fish Creek, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the Peninsula State Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 45.13036, -87.23499.
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What is the elevation gain for Handcut?
Handcut has 145 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 32 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 602 ft to 733 ft.
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Is Handcut a point to point trail?
Handcut is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is doubletrack.
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How long is Handcut?
Handcut is 2.7 miles long. The trail type is doubletrack.
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