Ice Age Trail — Kettle Moraine North landscape

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Ice Age Trail — Kettle Moraine North

~2 days · 8.6 mi · easy · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance8.6 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain735 ft
Gain / mile85 ft
High point1,191 ft

What the Ice Age Trail — Kettle Moraine North is known for

The Greenbush Segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail crosses the wooded glacial terrain of the Northern Kettle Moraine State Forest, about 8.5 miles point-to-point between STH-67 and CTH-P. A reservable Adirondack-style backpack shelter along the segment makes it a natural overnight.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Ice Age Trail — Kettle Moraine North on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 3,100 ft to 3,907 ft over 8.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 3.3 mi · 39%
  • Downhill 4.3 mi · 50%
  • Flat 1.0 mi · 11%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Ice Age Trail — Kettle Moraine North take?

Most backpackers hike the Ice Age Trail — Kettle Moraine North in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 8.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Ice Age Trail — Kettle Moraine North?

The Ice Age Trail — Kettle Moraine North climbs roughly 735 ft total — about 85 ft per mile, topping out near 1,191 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.

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