Aldo Leopold Legacy Trail System
Old Abe State Trail

The Old Abe State Trail is a cooperative effort between the State of Wisconsin and Chippewa County. This paved 19.5-mile trail connects Lake Wissota State Park and Brunet Island State Park in Cornell. The trail, an abandoned railroad grade, has been developed for bicyclists, snowmobiles, walkers (including wheelchair users), and in-line skaters. The southern portion of the trail is developed for horseback riding.

The trail winds through agricultural and forest land while following the undeveloped shoreline of the Chippewa River. This trail features an abundance of wildlife and natural beauty, with many historical sites along the way. Eventually the Old Abe Trail will connect with the Chippewa River Trail in Eau Claire and the Red Cedar Trail in Menomonie, making this a 70-mile trail system.

Chippewa Valley Trail System Map [PDF 173KB]

How to Get There

The trail can be entered at various locations including the junction of County Highways S and O, Lake Wissota State Park, Brunet Island State Park, or Jim Falls.

More Information

State trail passes are required. A brochure of the trail is available at Lake Wissota and Brunet Island state park offices.

Chippewa County Parks [exit DNR]
Old Abe State Trail [exit DNR]

For more information, ask:

Old Abe State Trail
23125 255th St.
Cornell, WI 54732
(715) 239-6888