Get on your bikes and ride!

Wisconsin has been ranked one of the top states for cyclists, and Green Lake shows visitors why. Explore the area on miles of paved trails and casual rides around the lake, or participate in the annual Green Lake Bike 100 event, held the first Saturday in June.

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Biking in Green Lake

See all of our bike routes below or stop by the Green Lake Chamber of Commerce for a free pocket-sized map of our bike routes. Don’t have a bike? We’ve got you covered! Rent a bike by the hour or day from Lake Street Marina at 463 Lake Street or Moboevo at 528 Mill Street in Green Lake.

biking routes

1. LOOP THE LAKE

23 MI.
Enjoy beautiful views of the lake on the most popular bike route in this part of the state. This route circles Green Lake and is a combination of on-road and trail riding. download loop the lake map
Parking: Town Square Trailhead, Green Lake


2. LAUREE’S TRAIL

10 MI. | 6.8 MI. | 3.2 MI.
These paved multi-use paths connect the Green Lake Conference Center (GLCC) to Ripon. From the trailhead, head west through the GLCC (3.2mi) or east to Ripon (6.8mi).
Parking: Town Square Trailhead, Green Lake or at Green Lake Fortifi Bank on Hwy 23


3. NORTHWESTERN TRAIL

2.5 MI.
This shaded old railroad bed takes bicyclists through the city of Ripon, around Ripon College, past beautiful Victorian homes and onto Watson Street
to explore a treasure-trove of boutique shops and restaurants.
Parking: Along Cty Rd PP north of Hwy 23 Ripon or at the Ripon Public Library, 120 Jefferson St.


4. MASCOUTIN VALLEY STATE TRAIL

11 MI.
This trail stretches between Berlin and Ripon along the old Milwaukee railroad bed. A packed limestone base, the trail passes through protected wildlife areas
and wetlands.
Parking: Lot off Locust Street north of Ripon or lot on State Hwy 49 south of Berlin


5. EAST END LOOP

18 MI.
Take an agricultural tour on this loop with scenic hills, fields & farmsteads.
Parking: Town Square Trailhead, Green Lake


6. CERESCO PRAIRIE CONSERVANCY MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAIL

2.5 MI.
Experience the thrill of jumps and switchbacks with nice climbs for the off-road adventure seekers. Built on the side of a hill, this trail winds through hardwoods and tall prairie grasses. Open in winter for fat-tire cycling.
Parking: Lot behind Ripon College Willmore Center at 400 Union Street, Ripon


7. LITTLE GREEN LOOP

22 MI.
Visit Big and Little Green Lake as you climb the hills between glacial drumlins and farmland. Pack a picnic and end your ride with a refreshing dip in Big Green Lake.
Parking: Dodge Memorial County Park


8. HUCKLEBERRY LOOP

22 MI.
Enjoy the quiet rolling country paved roads of Green Lake County. This trail crosses Snake Creek and continues to the Fox River.
Parking: The 300 Club, Green Lake


9. WHITE RIVER MARSH LOOP

18 MI.
Take in the sights and sounds of White River Marsh, a wetland and bird watching paradise home to many whooping cranes. Not shown on map.
Parking: American Legion, Princeton


10. FOREST RIDGE LOOP

19 MI.
This route on paved, rural roads takes you through the rolling hills and farmland.
Parking: Town Square Trailhead, Green Lake


11. EXT. LITTLE GREEN LAKE LOOP

28 MI.
A longer version of the Little Green Lake Loop, this route passes through farmland, a sand mine and marshland.
Parking: Dodge Memorial County Park


12. MARQUETTE/GRAND RIVER ROUTE

16 MI. Not shown on map.
With views of Lake Puckaway, this route will take you through the wetland of Grand River Marsh and rural Green Lake County.
Parking: Doc Meyers Community Park, Kingston


13. AMISH COUNTRY ROUTE

19 MI.
This route will take you through scenic Amish Country. Explore an Amish bakery, greenhouse, buggy shop or general store along your ride. Not shown on map.
Parking: Doc Meyers Community Park, Kingston

 

 

 

MAPS

Master Green Lake Map: CLICK HERE 

City of Green Lake Map: CLICK HERE

Green Lake Country Area Outdoor Adventure Map: CLICK HERE