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Bridge over a river of Conover-Phelps Trail in Vilas County, Wisconsin

Conover-Phelps Trail

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Length:
10.2 miles
Land Surface:
Mountain Biking/Paved

This newly completed trail connects its two namesake communities along the former Chicago Northwestern railroad bed with 10.2 miles of aggregate (railroad bed portion) and asphalt (last mile heading into the Phelps trailhead). The trail is ideal for biking and hiking with views of woodlands and wetlands and three water crossings along the way. The western trailhead is the Conover Town Park and the eastern trailhead is located in the Lakefront Pines Park in Phelps.

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Conover Phelps Trail
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Trail Details

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Amenities

  • Pets Allowed
  • Water Views
  • Disabled Access
  • Bike Repair Station
  • Picnic Area
  • Restrooms

Directions

From the Town of Phelps take County Hwy E north .5 miles to County Hwy K. Turn west on County Hwy K 1 mile to Song Hill Lane. From the Town of Conover take County Hwy K east 2.1 miles to Muskrat Creek Road. Take Muskrat Creek Road north .25 miles to the crossing of the abandoned railroad grade.

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