Ice Age National Scenic Trail (U.S. National Park Service)

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A Mammoth Walk

A mere 15,000 years ago during the Ice Age, much of North America lay under a huge glacier. Mammoths, saber tooth cats and cave lions roamed the earth! Some of the best evidence of this glacier is found in Wisconsin such as the state’s many lakes, river valleys, gently rolling hills, and ridges. The nearly 1,200 mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail, established in 1980, traces the glacier's edge. Come, explore, and enjoy!

		Map and Directions There are hundreds of trailheads and access points located along the 1,200 mile route of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Some of these are located near established communities, state and local parks with facilities. Access points are generally located every few miles, however, in remote areas they can be more than 10 miles apart. more...

Write to

National Park Service
700 Rayovac Drive Suitre 100
Madison, Wisconsin 53711

Phone

Phone:
(608) 441-5610

Fax

(608) 441-5606

Climate

The Ice Age NST traverses 1,200 miles throughout Wisconsin. The climate varies considerably across the state with an average annual temperature of 39 F in the north to about 50 F in the south. The average dates of first snowfall varies from early November in the north to early December in southern Wisconsin counties.