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Elroy-Sparta State Trail (extended)
Cycling Route
Details
78.54 mi
1,194 ft
You’ll find yourself winding through woodlands, wetlands, farms and fields on this route. Silos and farmhouses are blurs at the edge of the small town of Elroy, where the converted rail-trail begins (60 miles northwest of Madison). You can head out on a multiday adventure, choosing from more than 100 miles that vary in length and difficulty. Three old tunnels add chilly mystery to the easygoing ride. (608) 463-7109; elroy-sparta-trail.com
Created By
Kevin Duval
Route and Elevation
Segments
| Name | Distance | Elev. Diff. | Avg. Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shortest distance between two points. | 5.22 mi | 23 ft | 0.1% |
| Kendall to Tunnel | 11.85 mi | 305 ft | 0.2% |
| Elroy Westbound Climb | 3.41 mi | 236 ft | 1.3% |
| Tunnel 2 Climb Westbound | 2.09 mi | 154 ft | 1.4% |
| Sparta Tunnel Climb Westbound | 3.34 mi | 210 ft | 1.2% |
| Post Tunnel Plunge | 2.86 mi | -180 ft | -1.2% |
| Straight road to Bitch Bridge | 1.72 mi | -30 ft | -0.3% |
| West Salem to Onalaska Dirt TT | 6.34 mi | -75 ft | -0.2% |