Hiking in WalCo
Along one of several lakes or streams, through the woods or down a former railroad line, check out these locations to discover more of WalCo, up close.
Williams Bay
Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy
Explore the oak woods, deciduous forest, and vast prairie. Walk, run, or meander through the 231 acre property, and rediscover yourself in nature. Uncover the unexpected on one of the many trails taking you through various areas of species of sedges, grasses and hardwood trees.
Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva Loop
Geneva Lake Shore Path is a dog-friendly lakefront trail which extends for 26 miles around Geneva Lake with an up close view of historic estates and stunning homes with beautifully landscaped yards and gardens. It is recommended that the trail is traversed in small sections and it can be accessed from several points. Dogs are welcome to accompany you on the trail but must be leashed, cleaned up after, and are not permitted to stray onto properties.
Whitewater
Kettle Moraine State Park
Covering more than 22,000 acres of forested glacial hills, kettle lakes and prairies, the Southern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest is interlaced with more than 100 miles of mountain biking, horseback riding and hiking and nature trails. Paddling, boating, swimming, fishing, hunting and winter sport opportunities are all available. There are three family campgrounds, a horseriders camp, two group camps and remote backpack shelters on the Ice Age Trail.
Lake Geneva
BIG FOOT BEACH STATE PARK
Located on the shores of Lake Geneva, Big Foot Beach State Park offers 5 miles of hiking trails, a family campground, a swimming beach and picnic and playground areas. Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are popular in winter.
Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures
Enjoy over 12 miles of wooded single-track trails for hiking and mountain biking. Bike on intermediate to advanced and expert level skills. Elevation gains and lots of turns on our 100-acre property guarantee an exciting workout in a natural setting. The trails wind through the forest and feature obstacles on the intermediate and expert level routes including ladder bridges, jumps and switchbacks that make it a regional favorite.
Elkhorn to Springfield
White River State Trail
This 19-mile trail follows a former rail corridor as it travels between Elkhorn and Springfield in Walworth County and continues into Racine County, with a short gap in Burlington. The trail passes by numerous bridges, scenic vistas, quaint towns, farmlands and wetlands.
Whitewater
Rice Lake Nature Trail
Hike along this quiet undisturbed section of Rice Lake to see what kind of animals live there, what they eat and what kind of plants grow there. An elevated wildlife observation blind is located along the trail. Don’t forget your binoculars.
Whitewater
Natureland Park
Natureland’s 122 acres contain four (4) hiking trails which provide an opportunity to observe the beautiful Kettle Moraine terrain. Springs and wetlands support a variety of vegetation displaying the ecological diversity found in the park.
Elkhorn
Price Park
Three nature trails are available at this County nature conservancy. Maps, overviews and virtual tours are available online.
Lake Geneva
White River County Park
White River County Park is Walworth County’s largest park. With nearly 200 acres and two (2) miles of frontage along the White River, there are three (3) nature trails available.