On Saturday we plan to ride the northern half of the bike trail route starting in Wilton. Riders have the option of riding approximately 46 miles round trip from Wilton to Sparta on this abandoned railroad track, which includes 2 rock tunnels and a lunch break in Sparta. Riders can opt for a shorter distance with a lunch break in Norwalk on the return.
On Sunday we’ll drive to Elroy and ride the southern part of the route—Elroy to Wilton (approximately 38 miles round-trip)—with a lunch break in Wilton. If you have boundless biking energy, the Elroy-Sparta State Trail also connects to other local trails that you could add on Friday or Sunday, such as La Crosse River State Trail, 400 State Trail and Mill Bluff State Park. Leader: Ed Hanlon ehanlon@rgla.com Wk: 847-916-2708 M:847-275-7452
Additional Information:
Trail passes ($5/person/day) are not included in the price. Instructions for obtaining the passes will be sent via a separate email. Flashlights and jackets are needed for the tunnels, which are dark and cool and water from springs above can trickle onto the trail. Bikers should walk bikes through the tunnels.
Trail surface is crushed limestone.
Link to trail information and maps:
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