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2,831 ft
Distance
87 ft
Climb
-94 ft
Descent
00:01:31
Avg time
-5 ft
Altitude change
812 ft
Altitude min
906 ft
Altitude max
906 ft
Altitude start
902 ft
Altitude end
-0.2%
Grade
-18.9%
Grade max
13.6%
Grade min
1,355 ft
Distance climb
1,358 ft
Distance down
118 ft
Distance flat
00:01:31
Avg time

Log Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Nordic Ski
  • Riding Area
    Hixon Forest - Lower and Upper
    La Crosse, Wisconsin
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    45 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 50 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
    • 100 in Nordic Skiing
  • Global Ranking
    #110784 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #30093 in Trail Running
    • #103611 in Hiking
    • #2692 in Nordic Skiing
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Doubletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC, Fat, Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions[+]
    • Both Directions for Gravel Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    All seasons, when dry
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    Bridge
  • Land Owner
    Outdoor Recreation Alliance \"ORA Trails\"

Log Loop has been around for decades as part of the Lower Hixon Trail System - This trail is groomed & used for XC Skiing in the Winter Months, please respect the work the XC Skiers put into grooming and do not leave ruts in the winter months. This is a shared use that was opened to bike use in summer of 2019. Please Respect other Hikers and trail users in this region.

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From Bicentennial Trail and Aspen Trail

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Multi Use, please respect other users, especially hikers.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 14 miles avg distance
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Apr 23, 2025 @ 1:24pm
Apr 23, 2025
 Please do not leave ruts
Mar 3, 2024 @ 7:30am
Mar 3, 2024
Nov 22, 2022 @ 1:06pm
Nov 22, 2022
 reporter Freeze / Thaw cycles, melting snow and muddy conditions expected until real winter arrives
Mar 24, 2022 @ 11:00am
Mar 24, 2022
 reporter Closed for Spring thaw Mud and Ice prevalent
Aug 19, 2021 @ 11:58am
Aug 19, 2021
 reporter Dry
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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Log Loop located?
        Log Loop is located in Hixon Forest - Lower and Upper, La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the Hixon Forest - Lower and Upper trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.81368, -91.19425.
        ▼ How hard is Log Loop?
        Log Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 0.2%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Log Loop?
        Log Loop has 87 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 94 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 812 ft to 906 ft.
        ▼ Is Log Loop a point to point trail?
        Log Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is doubletrack.
        ▼ How long is Log Loop?
        Log Loop is 2,831 ft long. The trail type is doubletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Log Loop?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Log Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Log Loop?
        Log Loop is best visited during: All seasons, when dry.
        ▼ How do I access Log Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Log Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Log Loop?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 minutes to ride Log Loop. The trail is 2,831 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Log Loop?
        Log Loop is a moderately popular trail. There have been 1,137 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,253 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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