Welcome
The Green Circle is a 26-mile scenic hiking and biking trail that loops
through the Stevens Point area and connects with over 20 miles of
additional trails. It winds through forests and parks, over wetlands, and along rivers, recalling the days of huge pineries, pioneer settlements, and the lore of the Wisconsin and Plover Rivers.
Since 1989, Portage County residents, businesses, local governments,
and the university have worked together to develop the Green Circle,
one of the first in the nation to encircle an entire community.
The main loop of the Green Circle is made up of 12 connecting trail segments
( click here to view a map). All urban residents are within
10 minutes of the trail system, and yet, more than 80% of the Green
Circle travels through secluded parks and natural areas.
Click on topics to the left to plan your trip and discover more
about the Green Circle.
Current Trail Conditions
(updated
12/13/11)
All trail sections are open and in good condition. Visit the new
Green Circle Photo Gallery to see
pictures of the trail in different seasons. You can browse by
location (University Trail, Moses Creek Trail, etc.) or by topic
(wildlife, mushrooms and plants, etc.). Thanks to all of the
photographers who donated these beautiful images!
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