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Shuttled Hike for the Highland Lakes Segment

August 10 @ 8:00 am - 10:30 am

Hike your own hike with shuttles offered at 8:00 AM, 8:45 AM, 9:30 AM and 10:15 AM. 6-person max per shuttle time. Registration required here!

Distance 12.8 miles
Difficulty Rating 3 out of 5
Approximate time to complete based on a 2-mph hiking pace = 6.5 hours

This 12.8-mile segment is named for the abundance of lakes located in the area that serves as the headwaters for the Hunting, Eau Claire, and Prairie rivers. It features the Parrish Terminal Moraine and part of the segment follows the base of a ridge that is the highest outer moraine ridge anywhere on the entire Ice Age Trail. Note: water crossing at West Branch of the Eau Claire. Be prepared to hike the full 12.8-mile distance.

Event Details:
What to bring: Dress in layers for variable weather conditions, including rain gear. Sturdy hiking boots or shoes are recommended. Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, first aid and be prepared for ticks and mosquitos. Navigation tools – Far Out app or map and a light. Dogs or other pets: There is not space for pets on these shuttles.
This is the fourth segment hike for 2024. See the other shuttled hikes scheduled for May, June, July, and September. Hike all of the segments and CRs in Langlade County to earn your chapter patch and apply here!

Location:
Park at County Road T Townline Lake Rest area. GPS Coordinates 45.375806, -89.294922
Shuttle goes to County Road B, Camp Susan entrance. GPS Coordinates 45.351174, -89.175476

There is limited parking, please consider carpooling.
Nearest Trail Town is Antigo.

Details

Date:
August 10
Time:
8:00 am - 10:30 am
Event Category:

Organizer

Melinda Nelson
Email
melindagrieger@gmail.com

Venue

Townline Lake parking area
45.375806, -89.294922 + Google Map