05/31/2026
One of the reasons Boscobel is Wisconsin's outdoor recreation destination
Learn about the region's history and catch a glimpse of wildlife as you hike through the Driftless hills and valleys in Grant County. From modern paved and lit trails to rustic paths in the woods, you'll enjoy your hike in every corner of this county.
Grant County features more than 40 miles of hiking trails. Blaze your own trail at these locations:
-> Badger Hut Trail, Potosi
This hilly, wooded trail is only about 1 mile, but may be challenging for some. Follow the road past the cemetery, watching for numbered signs noting significant historic points. The trail passes many "badger huts" where lead miners created temporary shelters while mining the hillside. Learn about the region's mining history and take in the scenic beauty on this self-guided walking tour.
https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/wm5kwx_badger_hut_trail_potosi_wi
-> Boscobel Bluffs State Natural Area, Boscobel
This 389-acre property overlooks Boscobel and the Wisconsin River. It features unique wind-blown features, rare dry prairie habitat, as well as oak savanna and oak woodlands. Hike approximately 4 miles through natural landscapes.
https://www.mississippivalleyconservancy.org/boscobel-bluffs-state-natural-area
-> David Canny Rountree Branch Trail, Platteville
This 3-mile paved and lit trail features artwork and kiosks celebrating the trail volunteers and the region's history. Offshoots of the trail include the walking loop at Mound View Park & Campground (1 mi., paved and gravel), Memorial Park prairie loop (1 mi., gravel), Mound View State Trail (7 mi., paved) and Knollwood Trail (1 mi., paved and packed dirt).
https://www.plattevillearboretum.org/
-> Lancaster Trail, Lancaster
This 2.1-mile loop trail north of Lancaster is considered moderately challenging with an elevation gain of 190 feet. It is used for hiking mountain biking and running.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/wisconsin/lancaster-loop-trail
-> Mound View State Trail, Platteville to Belmont
This 7-mile paved rails-to-trails project connects Platteville to Belmont, passing both the Platte Mound (featuring the World's Largest 'M') and Belmont Mound (with Belmont Mound State Park). This trail connects to the Pecatonica State Trail in Belmont.
https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/moundview
-> Nelson Dewey State Park, Cassville
This state park offers 2 miles of hiking trails. Each of the five trails are less than a mile long, but offer a variety of scenery, including great views of the Mississippi River valley.
https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/nelsondewey/recreation
-> Riverside Park, Cassville
This 2-mile paved trail follows the Mississippi River in Cassville between the dog park and the car ferry landing.
https://cassville.org/parks/
-> Sanders Creek Trail, Boscobel
This 1.5-mile multi-use trail follows Sanders Creek from downtown Boscobel to the Wisconsin River.
https://wisconsin-explorer.blogspot.com/2020/11/walking-sanders-creek-trail-in-boscobel.html
-> Wyalusing State Park, Bagley/Wyalusing
The 14 miles of hiking trails include steep climbs or descents and stairways, with excellent views from the bluffs. The nine individual trails vary in length, from 0.5 to 3.1 miles.
https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/wyalusing/recreation/hiking
-> Victora Riverside Park, Muscoda
Follow the Wisconsin River from the campground to Riverdale School on this half-mile paved path with river, prairie and wooded views.
https://www.muscoda.com/parks-and-recreation
