Hike the Lakeshore Chapter
Download a Regional Map and Segment Descriptions
To see a regional overview map of Ice Age Trail segments in this area and a free excerpt from our Ice Age Trail Companion Guide 2011 providing driving directions and descriptions of each segment, click here to download a map/description packet. For highly detailed maps suitable for hike navigation, check out our Ice Age Trail Atlas.
Notes on Route Changes and Current Conditions
The map below shows all official Ice Age National Scenic Trail segments (blue lines; actual trail is marked with yellow blazes) and unofficial connecting routes (green lines; actual routes are unmarked). Notes (if any) on route changes and current conditions are indicated by “push pins” on the map; details for each push pin are shown below the map.
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The data shown on this map is for general information purposes only. The Ice Age Trail Alliance gives no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of these data. It is strongly recommended that only the Ice Age Trail Atlas and Ice Age Trail Companion Guide 2011 be used as official resources for information about the Trail.
As the Ice Age Trail evolves toward completion its route changes over time as volunteers build new sections and other sections are rerouted or closed. Weather and activities such as hunting and land management (e.g., logging) can also alter Trail navigation and access. Pushpins on the map above and detailed comments below (if any) are intended to keep Ice Age Trail users up to date on current Trail conditions and route changes (compared with the Ice Age Trail Atlas and Ice Age Trail Companion Guide 2011).
Lakeshore:Guidebook Correction
La Budde Creek Segment connecting route correction
effective date: May 10, 2011
Ice Age Trail Atlas Map 90f, 91f; Ice Age Trail Companion Guide p. 57
There is a discrepancy in the Guidebooks for the Connecting Route between STH-32 and CTH-FF. The correct route is listed below with the correction underlined.
From the previous county section at STH-32 (County Line Rd.) and S. Cedar Lake Rd., continue straight on CTH-MC south 1 mile. At CTH-EH turn right, use caution crossing STH-57, and go west 0.9 miles. At Rhine Rd. turn left and go south 1.9 miles. At CTH-FF turn right and go west 0.9 miles to Trail access on south side of road for the La Budde Creek Segment.
Lakeshore:Segment Closure (temporary)
5/12 Tisch Mills Segment probably muddy. 1 1/2" of rain.
effective date: Aug 10, 2011
Ice Age Trail Atlas Map 98f; Ice Age Trail Companion Guide p. 43
5/2012 The Tisch Mills (formerly Kohnle) Segment is probably muddy due to spring flooding. The segment stretches about 1.5 miles from Nuclear Rd & CTH BB to Mill Rd.
Lakeshore:New Trail Segment
Mishicot Esker and field trail
effective date: Sep 09, 2011
Ice Age Trail Atlas Map 97f; Ice Age Trail Companion Guide p. 45
New Segment Open!
North of Mishicot off of Pit Rd. is a new segment going up, along, and down a thirty foot high esker. The trail continues to the west between farm fields and a small woodlot to exit on Princl Road.
Lakeshore:New Trail Segment
Dunes Segment extended
effective date: Sep 24, 2011
Ice Age Trail Atlas Map 95f; Ice Age Trail Companion Guide p. 50
The Dunes segment of the Ice Age Trail runs through the Woodland Dunes Preserve and is concurrent with Trillium Trail for part of its length. It was rerouted off Woodland Drive on September 24th, 2011 (see the chapter's webpage for a recap of the project). The trail now turns south through a pine forest and crosses inactive railroad tracks through woods and continues through the Aurora Medical Center Healing Garden to exit through the rear of the Aurora Medical Center parking lot onto Taylor St. There, one can safely cross STH 42 (Memorial Dr.) to continue on the Ice Age Trail as it shares the Mariners Trail.
Lakeshore:Segment Closure (Permanent)
East Twin River Segment Closure
effective date: Feb 15, 2012
Ice Age Trail Atlas Map 97f; Ice Age Trail Companion Guide p. 44
The short out-and-back East Twin River Segment of Ice Age Trail, located north of Rock Ledge Rd. as shown on the middle-left side of Ice Age Trail Atlas Map 97f, is closed and no longer in use. Please do not hike here.