Old Abe Trail

Trail Uses: Biking, Hiking, In-line Skating, Snowmobiling, Horseback Riding

Directions: One of the trailheads is located northeast of Chippewa Falls. From Highway 53, follow County Highway S for about 5.5 miles. At the junction if Highway S and Highway O, turn left on 97th Avenue.

The other trailhead is located in Cornell at the Mill Yard Park. Highway 64/178 and Park Road.

Fees: Passes are required for all persons 16 or older biking, in-line skating and horseback riding. Seasonal passes are $15 and are good on all Wisconsin State Trails. Daily passes are $4. Passes are available at various local merchants, Chippewa County Parks and Forest Office, Cornell Visitor's Center and the Chippewa Falls Area Visitor Center.

Trail Description: The Old Abe Trail is a paved, 17.4 mile, multi-use trail. It winds through agricultural and forest land while following the Chippewa River. There is an abundance if wildlife and natural beauty.