Are dogs allowed on Great River Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Great River Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Great River Trail?

No, Great River Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Great River Trail?

Great River Trail is rated easy. It is 18.1 miles long with 1,280 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

See Illinois trail conditions

EasyPoint to Point

Illinois

Great River Trail

Fulton, Illinois

18.1 mi

Distance

1,280 ft

Elev. Gain

6h 8m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The city page has information.

From Wikipedia

The Great River State Trail is a 24-mile (39 km) rail trail between Onalaska and Marshland, Wisconsin. It is designed for foot, bicycle, equestrian or light motorized traffic. It is designated as a multiuse trail, offering recreational access to the routes, and is open to the public.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:167 ft

Max:189 ft

390 ft

395 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.