What kind of ride is Elroy-Sparta State Trail?

Elroy-Sparta State Trail near Sparta, Wisconsin is a rail-trail ride, best for family-friendly. the original rail-trail, famous for its three hand-dug tunnels.

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Rail-trail

Elroy-Sparta State Trail

Near Sparta, Wisconsin

TypeRail-trail

Who it’s forFamily-friendly

Best seasonSummer & fall

the original rail-trail, famous for its three hand-dug tunnels.

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Conditions, traffic, and trail surfaces change — check local closures and rules before you ride, and share the road and the trail.

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