What are the hours at Ice Age National Scenic Trail?

Mon: All Day; Tue: All Day; Wed: All Day; Thu: All Day; Fri: All Day; Sat: All Day; Sun: All Day (Trail)

Does Ice Age National Scenic Trail require a reservation?

No timed-entry or vehicle reservation is required to enter Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Individual tours, campgrounds, or backcountry permits may still need to be booked separately.

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Is Ice Age National Scenic Trail open right now?

Q: Is Ice Age National Scenic Trail open right now?

As of October 14, 2026, Ice Age National Scenic Trail is partially closed. Reroute in Effect — Sand Creek Segment

National Scenic Trail · WI

Partially closed

Ice Age National Scenic Trail is partially closed.

Why this statusReroute in Effect — Sand Creek Segment

Last checked Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:58 GMT

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The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes.

Type: National Scenic Trail
State: WI
Nearest town: Cross Plains

About Ice Age National Scenic Trail

The Ice Age National Scenic Trail spans 1,200 miles, traverses some of Wisconsin's finest geologic and glacial features, and passes through the ancestral lands of 15 Tribes. The Trail is built, managed and maintained by dedicated volunteers, Ice Age Trail Alliance, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, local partners, and the National Park Service.

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Visitor info

Address8075 Old Sauk Pass Road, Cross Plains, WI 53528

Phone(608) 798-8700

Websitewww.nps.gov/iatr/index.htm ↗

Hours

Mon	All Day
Tue	All Day
Wed	All Day
Thu	All Day
Fri	All Day
Sat	All Day
Sun	All Day

Trail

Getting thereIce Age National Scenic Trail spans nearly 1,200 miles across Wisconsin. Major commercial airports are located in cities and regional hubs throughout the state, offering access to the trail. Numerous trailheads with parking are available, allowing you to explore the trail at various entry points along the route.

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How we read this status

We derive Ice Age National Scenic Trail's status from the National Park Service's own alerts and operating hours, refreshed hourly — this is our reading, not an official determination. As of the last check: Reroute in Effect — Sand Creek Segment Full method: how we check park status.