Biking
Biking Trails in East Central Wisconsin
Biking is more than just outdoor recreation, in Wisconsin we value every opportunity to get out into nature and explore the world around us! Biking is a wonderful way to explore Sheboygan, WI and the surrounding biking community of East Central Wisconsin, whether you bring your own bikes from home or rent a few from Green Bicycle downtown Sheboygan.
Test your endurance and connect with your inner adventure seeker mountain biking at Evergreen Park in Sheboygan or nearby at the Greenbush Recreation Area Trails. For a smoother journey, discover a leisurely journey on the 117-mile paved Old Plank Road Trail running parallel to highway 23 from Sheboygan to Greenbush.
Bikers don't need to hibernate during winters in Wisconsin, fat tire bikes are ideal for unstable surfaces, including snow to take your biking adventure to the next level. Plan to return to Sheboygan this winter to explore Evergreen Park by fat tire bike!
So whatever the the season, reconnect with nature in East Central Wisconsin and make Sheboygan your next biking adventure destination with family or friends!
East Central Wisconsin Biking Bucket List
From Travel Wisconsin's Official Biking Guide.
Mountain Bike Trail #2 on the Map
Distance: 6 miles
These Sheboygan trails can be ridden in many different ways and offer a nice mix of climbs and descents along the six miles of trails.
Mountain Bike Trail #4 on the Map
Distance: 9 miles
Four loops of challenging mountain bike tails total nine miles in Glenbeulah. The Greenbush trails dish out some tough Kettle Moraine singletrack. The glaciers that moved throughout his area left behind deep hollows with steep sides. This trail system provides lots of flow and plenty of rocks. Mountain biking throughout the Greenbush trails is fun but a rocky, roller coaster ride.
Multi-Use Trail #7 on the Map
Distance: 6 miles
The Rawley Point Trail connects Mariners Trail in Two Rivers with Point Beach State Forest. The six-mile trail flows through cedars, hemlock, pines, and birches, and ends near the Rawley Point Lighthouse - the tallest lighthouse on Wisconsin's shore.
Multi-Use Trail #5 on the Map
Distance: 6 miles
Enjoy this six-mile paved lakeshore trail joining Manitowoc and Two Rivers. This trail features gardens, telescopes, parking turn outs, restroom facilities, and picnic areas. Along the way, visit lighthouses, restaurants, motels, and gift shops. At the north end, the trail connects to the six-mile Rawley Point Trail at Neshotah Beach in Two Rivers. This seven-mile section utilizes city streets, limestone surfaces, and a five-mile section through the State Forest.
Road Bike Tour #1 on the Map
Distance: 28 miles
The area around Kiel and Elkhart is among the prettiest of rural Wisconsin. A huge 180-degree bend in the Sheboygan River, the vast Sheboygan Marsh and rolling Kettle Moraine hills are backdrops for the area's many dairy farms. Your pedal through the countryside will be a roller coaster ride over moderately steep hills, each just high enough for a fine view and speedy run down. Near Kiel, an old road has been turned into a bike and pedestrian trail with great views of the Sheboygan River.
Use the paved shoulder on highways 32 & 57
Road Bike Tour #2 on the Map
Distance: 28 miles
The vast expanse of Lake Michigan is the star attraction at Point Beach State Forest. Head south from Point Beach trailhead on highway O. The paved Mariners recreational Trail connects Point beach with Two Rivers, where the trail follows the beach nearly all the way to Manitowoc. Five miles to the north, an easy roll over gentle terrain brings you to Mishicot. Leaving Mishicot, the hilliest part of the tour lies ahead. After crossing the East Twin River you're back in easy riding country. Turning east, Lake Michigan comes into view. Swing south on Lakeshore Road back to the trailhead at Point Beach.
CALUMET PARK TRAILS
Mountain Biking Trail #1 on the Map
Distance: 5 miles
NEW FANE TRAILS
Mountain Biking Trail #3 on the Map
Distance: 5.5 miles
MASCOUTIN VALLEY STATE TRAIL
Multi-Use Trail #6 on the Map
Ripon, WI
Distance: 20 miles
EISENBAHN STATE TRAIL
Multi-Use Trail #1 on the Map
West Bend, WI
Distance: 25 miles
FRIENDSHIP STATE TRAIL
Multi-Use Trail #2 on the Map
Brillion, WI
Distance: 4 miles
NEWTON-BLACKMOUR STATE TRAIL
Multi-Use Trail #3 on the Map
New London, WI
Distance: 24 miles
WILD GOSE STATE TRAIL
Multi-Use Trail #8 on the Map
Fond du Lac, WI
Distance: 34-miles
WIOUWASH TRAIL
Multi-Use Trail #9 on the Map
Oshkosh, WI
Distance: 19 miles norther segment, 22 miles southern segment
Featured Cycling
Green Bicycle Co. Rentals
Pedal your way to adventure in Sheboygan with a bike rental! They offer three-speed city bikes available in a variety of sizes and styles. Rentals available Wednesday - Sunday include a helmet and lock. Rental rates range from $20-$30. They also offer bicycle services.
SHEBOYGAN COUNTY CYCLING
Sheboygan County Cycling promotes all forms of cycling, for all people, who live, work, and play in Sheboygan County. They coordinate volunteers for trail maintenance at Evergreen Park, Rocky Knoll, and Greenbush as well as trail grooming operations in the Northern Kettle Moraine State Forest. They also host events throughout the year including the Sheboygan County Cycling Classic.
BIKING SHEBOYGAN
Learn more about biking in Sheboygan from Visit Sheboygan. Explore all the trails Sheboygan has to offer cyclists with this comprehensive overview.
Interurban Trail
The route of the Sheboygan Interurban Trail is based on the Interurban railway that connected the City of Milwaukee to Sheboygan. During its operation, the Northern Route of the interurban line was also made famous for transporting African-American blues musicians to the main recording studio for Paramount Records recording label in Port Washington and ultimately in Grafton, Wisconsin.
Today, the Sheboygan Interurban Trail is a 14-mile paved and on-road trail that spans from the Ozaukee County/Sheboygan County Line to the City of Sheboygan. About 5.5 miles from the County line to the Village of Oostburg is off-road. The on-road sections traverse town roads with very, very low traffic volumes. About 1.5 miles of the on-road section traverses the main park road in the Kohler-Andrae State Park.
The Trail connects the Sheboygan County communities of Oostburg, Cedar Grove, and Sheboygan.
State Trail Pass
Trail passes are required for riders age 16 and older on many state trails. Wisconsin state trail pass fees are the same for residents and nonresidents. The annual pass is good for the calendar year and the daily pass is good for the day of purchase.
You can buy a state trail pass at a state park: Annual and daily admission stickers and state trail passes can be purchased at most Wisconsin State Park System properties via the following methods:
- In person at a property drive-up window during office hours (credit cards, cash or checks accepted).
- At a self-registration station, available at every state park, forest, recreation area and trail from 6 a.m.-11 p.m. daily (cash or check accepted).
- At an electronic sales kiosk, available at many properties from 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. daily (credit cards accepted).
- Via phone, by calling a local state park property office directly during office hours (credit cards accepted).
Buy at a DNR service center: State park stickers and state trail passes can also be purchased in person at open DNR service centers.
Additionally, a vehicle admission sticker is required on all motor vehicles stopping in state parks, forests and recreation areas.
