The Scuppernong Trail Hike was established in 2020 and was held annually in late April at the Scuppernong Loop Trail System. In 2026 the hike was moved to June and we changed the hike route to hiking the Eagle Ice Age Trail Segment (~5.0 Miles) and part of the Scuppernong Ice Age Trail Segment (~2.7 miles).

The Eagle Segment of the Ice Age Trail (IAT) in Wisconsin's Kettle Moraine State Forest is about 5 miles in length and offers an easy, varied hike through glacial landscapes, featuring wet prairies, sedge meadows, and wooded areas, highlighted by Brady's Rocks (a Niagara Escarpment outcropping) and scenic views, boardwalks and occasional wet spots. It's known for diverse terrain, wildlife, and glacial remnants, providing a taste of the larger 1,200-mile IAT.

The section of the Scuppernong Segment of the Ice Age Trail in Kettle Moraine State Forest (Southern Unit) is moderately difficult 2.7 mile hike known for its glacial features like kettles, spring-fed pools, forests, and scenic overlooks.

Camping in the area is available (Not Included) at the Pinewoods Campground - Directly located on the Scuppernong Ice Age Trail segment (additional 2 miles hike from the end of the official hike route). Camping is also available at the Ottawa Lake Campground. If you wish to camp, you can make reservations through the Wisconsin DNR Camping Reservation System.

Parking for the event is located at the Scuppernong Trail system, located in the Southern Kettle Moraine State Forest on County Highway ZZ just east of Highway 67 north of the Village of Eagle. A state park vehicle sticker is required and is not included in the event registration fee. Park stickers can be obtained at the Scuppernong Trailhead or the Southern Kettle Moraine Ranger Station.

Join us for a day of hiking in the Ice Age Tail. Take a shuttle to the start of your 2.7 mile or 8.0 mile hike and hike back to the Scuppernong Loop Trail parking lot. All registered participants will receive a limited edition commemorative patch. Badger Trails provides safety checkpoints along the trail with water refill stations. Badger Trails monitors your progress on the trail and is there to provide assistance if needed. Restrooms are only available at the Scuppernong Loop Trail parking lot.

Self Guided Hike option - Can't attend the official hike date?  We will send you a patch and trail map in the mail so you can hike the trails on your own. Please contact the WI DNR to find out about any trail closures, restrictions and hunting seasons prior to planning your self guided hike.

 

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