Ice Age Trail — Langlade County landscape

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Ice Age Trail — Langlade County

~2 days · 10.1 mi · easy · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance10.1 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain781 ft
Gain / mile77 ft
High point1,821 ft

What the Ice Age Trail — Langlade County is known for

The Kettlebowl Segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County, Wisconsin — about 9.9 miles point-to-point through the glacial kettles and moraines around the Kettlebowl Recreation Area. One of seven IAT segments in the county; an easy overnight.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Ice Age Trail — Langlade County on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 4,993 ft to 5,974 ft over 10.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 4.9 mi · 49%
  • Downhill 3.8 mi · 38%
  • Flat 1.4 mi · 14%

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 — Langlade County take?

Most backpackers hike the Ice Age Trail — Langlade County in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 10.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Ice Age Trail — Langlade County?

The Ice Age Trail — Langlade County climbs roughly 781 ft total — about 77 ft per mile, topping out near 1,821 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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