Rustic Roads

2024 edition
 Rustic Roads
Contents
Governor’s Message 1
Rustic Road Index 2
Rustic Road Locator Map 3
Southwest 4
Southeast 16
Northwest 56
To nominate a new Rustic Road 112
Rustic Roads Board 113
What is a Rustic Road? 114
Wisconsin Scenic Byways 116

The Wisconsin Rustic Roads Guide is published Wisconsin

by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Lake Superior
Byway
in cooperation with the Rustic Roads Board. Nicolet-Wolf River
Scenic Byway

Wisconsin's Scenic Byways Door County

Coastal Byway
This guide also includes Wisconsin's five Scenic Byways Wisconsin
Great River Road
and Scenic Byway program information. Byways that
are within five miles of a Rustic Road are highlighted.
Lower Wisconsin
River Road

Front cover photo: Rustic Road 60, Kate Reichl

Back cover photo: Rustic Road 24, Deano Holzbauer

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Governor’s Message
Rustic Roads take us to quiet scenes that
define our state.

These less-traveled routes show us the lakes

that glaciers left behind and the bluffs they
left untouched. They span our varied forests
and tour our diverse agricultural heritage.

This backroads journey began in Taylor

County in 1975 and now includes the 126
Rustic Roads featured in this guide. The program continues to grow
thanks to local participation and a neighborly instinct to share
some hidden gems for no other reason than to bring people joy.

Thank you to the many photographers who have captured the

beautiful images used for the Rustic Road Guide and web pages.
Please continue to share the memories you create.

No matter how you travel these roads, or in what season, please

enjoy the beauty of our state and the people you meet along the way.

Governor Tony Evers

Rustic Road 60, Vilas County, Jeff Vaughan

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Rustic Road Index
Keep track of your visits. Check them off as you go!
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 R-1 56  R-34 93  R-67 67  R-100 76

 R-2 16  R-35 30  R-68 39  R-101 77
 R-3 57  R-36 30  R-69 40  R-102 47
 R-4 58  R-37 31  R-70 11  R-103 78
 R-5 17  R-38 94  R-71 68  R-104 48
 R-6 59  R-39 95  R-72 41  R-105 79
 R-7 86  R-40 96  R-73 69  R-106 49
 R-8 87  R-41 63  R-74 105  R-107 80
 R-9 88  R-42 32  R-75 12  R-108 81
 R-10 17  R-43 32  R-76 70  R-109 108
 R-11 18  R-44 97  R-77 106  R-110 49
 R-12 19  R-45 64  R-78 107  R-111 82
 R-13 60  R-46 98  R-79 71  R-112 14
 R-14 20  R-47 98  R-80 71  R-113 109
 R-15 61  R-48 33  R-81 42  R-114 83
 R-16 21  R-49 34  R-82 42  R-115 50
 R-17 89  R-50 35  R-83 72  R-116 83
 R-18 61  R-51 65  R-84 43  R-117 51
 R-19 22  R-52 36  R-85 43  R-118 110
 R-20 23  R-53 99  R-86 44  R-119 111
 R-21 4  R-54 6  R-87 45  R-120 52
 R-22 24  R-55 7  R-88 45  R-121 15
 R-23 90  R-56 8  R-89 72  R-122 84
 R-24 91  R-57 100  R-90 46  R-123 53
 R-25 25  R-58 101  R-91 13  R-124 54
 R-26 4  R-59 102  R-92 73  R-125 85
 R-27 26  R-60 103  R-93 73  R-126 55
 R-28 62  R-61 104  R-94 46
 R-29 27  R-62 66  R-95 74
 R-30 28  R-63 37  R-96 47
 R-31 5  R-64 9  R-97 108
 R-32 92  R-65 38  R-98 75
 R-33 29  R-66 10  R-99 14

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Rustic Road Locator Map
Northwest
BAYFIELD
DOUGLAS

Northeast
ASHLAND
IRON

100
125 95 VILAS
79 WASHBURN 108 60
98 80 111 PRICE FOREST FLORENCE
15 105 58
BURNETT 71 ONEIDA 74
93
SAWYER
59 MARINETTE
83 114
POLK BARRON RUSK
28 62 34 32 119
18 LINCOLN
118
101 41 LANGLADE
67 78 97
103 TAYLOR
113
ST. CROIX DUNN CHIPPEWA 1 44 38
13 116 6 MARATHON MENOMINEE 39
3 4 CLARK
9
89 73 OCONTO 109 77
PIERCE
92 EAU CLAIRE 47
107
SHAWANO

51 45 DOOR
122 PEPIN 76 WOOD PORTAGE WAUPACA
46 KEWAUNEE
BUFFALO TREMPEALEAU
17 57 OUTAGAMIE
8 7
23 61 40
JACKSON 24 53
54
BROWN MANITOWOC

91
JUNEAU ADAMS WAUSHARA WINNEBAGO
123
CALUMET 16
MONROE 102 117 48
LA CROSSE 50 72
MARQUETTE
GREEN
64 31 14 LAKE FOND DU LAC SHEBOYGAN
26 121 22 82
104 63
VERNON 56
112
55 COLUMBIA DODGE
RICHLAND 49 106 WASHINGTON
21 69 OZAUKEE
110 33 52 65
SAUK DANE
CRAWFORD JEFFERSON WAUKESHA MILWAUKEE
10 115
IOWA
70 96 84
124 19 86 2 42
GRANT
75 20 88 87
LAFAYETTE 81 GREEN ROCK WALWORTH 126RACINE 25 5
99 68 120 85 30 37
94 27 90 35 29
12 11 KENOSHA
43

Southwest
66
36

Southeast
This guide is also available on our website as a PDF. Our website includes
a link to an online state Rustic Roads map, as well as links to individual
Rustic Roads, features and online maps.

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Southwest
R-21
Southwest Wisconsin: Sauk County. Just
off County PF, follows portions of Schara
Road, Ruff Road, Orchard Drive and
Slotty Road. Natural Bridge
State Park

Map: R-21 online map

Length: 8.6 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
Ruff Road, Orchard Drive and Slotty Road are narrow, unpaved roads.
They wind through rolling, rugged terrain near Natural Bridge State
Park. The park is the location of the Raddatz Rock Shelter, the oldest
documented site of primitive man in the upper Midwest. Schara Drive
extends along a ridge bordered by oak, maple, basswood and hickory
trees. Remains of an old barn and home foundation are visible
from the road. A walk during the spring and summer reveals many
wildflowers along the roadside and in the open fields.

R-26
Southwest Wisconsin:
La Crosse
La Crosse County.
County MM, beginning
Wi Riv
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and ending at US 14 and

on R
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US 61.
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Map: R-26 online map

Length: 5.3 miles
Surface: Paved
La Crosse County MM combines beautiful scenery and history,
offering the traveler views of the Mississippi River Valley, the
Wisconsin Great River Road and the Mormon Coulee Creek Valley.
“Brinkman’s Ridge” provides a panorama of the Mississippi River,
including the wildlife refuge at Goose Island. This route also passes
the 1854 Oehler Mill site, as well as a century-old root cellar.

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R-31
Southwest Wisconsin:
La Crosse County. R-31
travels along several streets West Salem
Neshonoc Lake

in the village of West Salem

to County C, north to WIS 16,
then loops around Swarthout
Lakeside Park, back to WIS 16.
Map: R-31 online map
Length: 2.6 miles 90 90

Surface: Paved
R-31 travelers can view a pair of historic homes: the Palmer-
Gullickson Octagon House, on the National Register of Historic
Places, and the Hamlin Garland Homestead, where the late Pulitzer
Prize-winning author, who was born near West Salem, did much
of his writing. Other points of interest include the former home of
Thomas Leonard, founder of West Salem, and Swarthout Lakeside
Park, a recreation area near Lake Neshonoc.
Along Rustic Road 31, La Crosse County, Kerry G. Hill

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R-54
Southwest Wisconsin: Jackson
County. North Settlement Road, from
County O north to WIS 54. Exit off I-94
at the Millston exit.
Map: R-54 online map
Black River
Length: 12.3 miles State Forest

Surface: Paved
R-54 travels through the Black River
State Forest which boasts beautiful
hardwood stands and pine tree
plantations. Sandhill cranes, bald
eagles, duck, geese and other wildlife
94
are abundant. The traveler may
see a variety of plant life including
94
sphagnum peat moss beds and native
wildflowers.
Rustic Road 54, Jackson County, Dave Jackson

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 Rustic Road 55, Vernon County, Jane Carlson

R-55
Southwest Wisconsin:
Vernon County. Tunnelville
Road, beginning at its
junction with WIS 131 to its
intersection with County SS.
Map: R-55 online map
Length: 2.8 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved
portions
In the spring, Tunnelville Road is characterized by fields of trillium.
In summer, ferns and wildflowers line the steep road edges. The fall
foliage is always colorful, and in winter the travelers will appreciate
the views of the hillsides covered with snow.

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R-56
Southwest Wisconsin:
Vernon County. Portions of Dutch
Hollow Road, Sand Hill Road,
Ontario
Hoff Valley Road and Lower
Wildcat
Ridge Road. R-56 begins at the Mountain
State
intersection of Dutch Hollow Road Park

and WIS 131, extending to the

intersection of Lower Ridge Road
and WIS 131.
Map: R-56 online map
Length: 8.6 miles
Surface: Paved
This route offers many scenic
views including Wildcat Mountain
State Park, Amish farms, log
cabins, a round barn and examples of contour farming.

Rustic Road 56, Vernon County, Robb Zimdars

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 Along Rustic Road 64, La Crosse County, Jane Carlson

R-64
Southwest Wisconsin:
La Crosse County. Northwest
of Holmen, R-64 makes a loop
River

off US 53/WIS 93, following

Black

Amsterdam Prairie Road and Old

93 Road. Van Loon
Wildlife Area
Map: R-64 online map
Length: 2.7 miles
Surface: Paved Wisconsin Great Rive
r Rd.

Located near the Van Loon Wildlife

Area, this route offers a rather
unique combination of historic
transportation, architecture and scenic views. From Amsterdam
Prairie Road, it is possible to enter by foot to historic McGilvray
Road, also known as 7-Bridges Road. McGilvray Road is on the
National Register of Historic Places with its seven rare bowstring-
arch bridges. Travel one mile south to link to the Wisconsin Great
River Road, one of Wisconsin's Scenic Byways.

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Rustic Road 66, Lafayette County, Mike Bie

R-66
Southwest Wisconsin:
Lafayette County. Just off
County W in the town of
Benton, following portions
of Buncombe, Kennedy,
Beebe and Ensch roads.
Map: R-66 online map
Length: 7.5 miles
Surface: Paved
Beautiful scenery and history distinguish this Rustic Road. R-66
travels the unglaciated “Driftless Area” of southwestern Wisconsin.
Tree-lined roads wind through the hilly fields and farmlands. In
autumn, R-66 displays spectacular fall colors. An abandoned lead
mine, complete with tin shacks, rusted ore buckets and piles of
tailings, is visible from Kennedy Road. The mining industry in this
part of Wisconsin once produced 85% of the nation’s lead.

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R-70
Southwest Wisconsin:
Grant County. Leave US Stitzer

61 at Liberty Ridge Road;

portions of Hill Road,
Ridge Road, Sleepy Hollow
Road, and Scenic Road to
County E.
Map: R-70 online map
Length: 10.1 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
R-70 meanders through the contour-striped farms and tree-covered
hills of the Platte River Valley. Liberty Ridge Road passes a church
built in 1861 by German settlers, then ambles into the quaint
community of Stitzer. The other branches of R-70 pass through the
rambling countryside. One of the area's few remaining one-room
schoolhouses is located on Scenic Road.

Rustic Road 70, Grant County, Jane Carlson

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R-75
Southwest Wisconsin:
Iowa County. Portions of
Ogden Road, Bromley Road
and Turnbull Road between
County A and County G in
the town of Mifflin.
Map: R-75 online map
Length: 3.7 miles
Surface: Paved
R-75 is located in the “Welsh
Settlement” area, so named
because immigrants from
Wales settled in Iowa
County during the mid 1800s. The countryside is beautiful during all
seasons. Wildflowers and wildlife abound.

Rustic Road 75, Iowa County, Jan Day

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 Rustic Road 91, Trempealeau County, Paul Rokus, Jr.

R-91
Southwest Wisconsin:
Trempealeau County.
River Drive, forming a loop
off WIS 54.
Gr reek
C

Map: R-91 online map

an
t

Length: 5 miles
Surface: Paved and
unpaved portions Black River

River Drive is a scenic,

partly unpaved loop,
not far from the Wisconsin Great River Road, between WIS 54 and
the Black River. It crosses over Grant Creek and passes through
river bottoms, alternating between wild, wooded areas and open
farmland. Drive slowly; you are likely to spot stately sandhill cranes
as well as wild turkey and deer.

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R-99
Southwest Wisconsin:
Grant County, town of Potosi.

Rd.
Segments of River Lane,

iver
Slazing and Brewery Hollow

at R
roads forming a loop off WIS

Gre
133 (Wisconsin Great River

nsin
Road).

co
Wis
Map: R-99 online map
Length: 3.4 miles
Surface: Paved
The route reflects the region’s Mississippi River

beer-brewing history and

features hills, bluffs and
rolling farmlands along with various types of wildlife. The River Lane
Road segment represents the only Rustic Road section that follows the
Mississippi River.

R-112
Southwest Wisconsin: Sauk County.
Bundy Hollow Road, between County
G and South Dutch Hollow Road.
Map: R-112 online map
Length: 2.8 miles
Surface: Paved
R-112 is a picturesque road in the town
of La Valle that slopes and curves
between the hills. The views from
the road alternate between pastures
and croplands with wooded hillsides.
The woods, fields and wetlands along
Bundy Hollow Road provide a habitat
for many birds and other wildlife.

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 Rustic Road 121, Juneau County, Diane Dahl

R-121
Southwest Wisconsin:
Juneau County. Lee Road,
from WIS 80 to County S in
the towns of Plymouth and
Fountain.
Map: R-121 online map
Length: 2.9 miles
Surface: Paved
This peaceful, hilly and
twisty road offers an idyllic
overlook on miles of farm
landscapes, hills, bluffs, and ridges, left untouched by the glaciers
that once covered much of Wisconsin. Both sunrises and sunsets are
spectacular, with fog and mist often gathering in the valleys below.

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Southeast
R-2
Southeast Wisconsin: Racine

Maple Rd.
County. North from Burlington Waterford
along Honey Lake Road, Maple
Road and Heritage Road to County
D. Continuing north along Maple Washington Ave.

Road to WIS 83. R-2 connects to

R-25 via Washington Avenue.
Rochester
Map: R-2 online map leR
d.
ap
Length: 7.9 miles
M

Surface: Paved
Burlington
Under a canopy of trees, this route
provides vistas of rolling fields and
dairy farms. There is a marsh with waterfowl, muskrat houses and
other wildlife in the Wehmhoff Woodland Preserve on the south end
of the route.

Along Rustic Road 2, Racine County, TJ McCarthy

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R-5
Southeast Wisconsin: Racine County.
Loomis Road beginning at WIS 164,
north to Fries Lane and the intersection
of Fries Lane and WIS 36.
Map: R-5 online map
Length: 3.1 miles
Surface: Paved
Loomis Road was originally laid out as
a territorial road in 1840 and retains
much of its original rustic lines. This
route passes Colonel Heg Memorial
Park, which commemorates Wisconsin’s
top-ranking officer killed in action Waterford

during the Civil War. A museum in the

park honors the heritage of the area’s Norwegian settlers and their
contribution to Wisconsin’s development. There is also a small log
cabin built in 1837 and moved to the park in 1928.

R-10
Southeast Wisconsin: Waukesha
County. R-10 includes portions of Upper
Nashotah

County B and Mill Road between

County P and Main Street. R-10, R-115 Lower
Nashotah
and R-86 form a continuous route.
Map: R-10 online map Upper
Nemahbin
Length: 2.5 miles 94
Surface: Paved
This curving trail rides the narrow 94
Lower
isthmus between Upper and Lower Nemahbin

Nashotah lakes, then runs south past

Upper Nemahbin Lake. The broad fields
of Pabst Farms and the remainder of its once-famous dairy barns lie to
the west. To the north of Mill Road, the red-tiled spires and gables of
Nashotah House Seminary can be seen.

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R-11
Southeast Wisconsin: Walworth
County. To the east of Lake Geneva,
R-11 includes South Road, Steele Road,
Spring Valley Road and Knob Road

Mill St.
2
R-1
between WIS 50 and WIS 36. The route
connects to R-12 and R-36.
Map: R-11 online map R-
12

Length: 10.3 miles

Surface: Paved
This gently winding route provides

R-36
excellent views of glacial Kettle Moraine
topography. R-11 passes through large
R-36
wooded areas of oak, maple and hickory,
offering glimpses of a game farm and
scenic agricultural land.

Along Rustic Road 11, Walworth County, TJ McCarthy

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 Rustic Road 12, Walworth County, Sheila D. Hall

R-12
Southeast Wisconsin: Walworth Lyons

County. This route includes Back

R-11
Road, Sheridan Springs Road, Spring
Valley Road and Church Street,
between WIS 50 and WIS 36. R-12
connects to R-11 and R-36.
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Map: R-12 online map

Length: 5.7 miles
Surface: Paved
Lake
Geneva
At various points the road offers
panoramic views of lush green hills
and valleys. The sharply curving
route passes outstanding Kettle Moraine formations, pine and
spruce plantations, a tamarack swamp and several ponds. R-12
crosses the White River and runs through the community of Lyons
with its several quaint churches.

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R-14
Southeast
Wisconsin: Adams
County. Ember Drive
between County A
and County B.
Map: R-14 online
map
Length: 2 miles
Surface: Unpaved
This thickly forested area supports a multitude of wildlife and
wildflowers. R-14 winds up through a cleft on top of a bluff. A natural
spring runs from the top of the bluff down the side of the road to
the east.

Rustic Road 14, Adams County, Kerry G. Hill

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 Along Rustic Road 16, Manitowoc County, Kerry G. Hill

R-16
Southeast Wisconsin: Manitowoc
County. Sandy Bay Road runs along
Lake Michigan from County V, south to
the corporate limits of Two Rivers. Point
Beach
State
Map: R-16 online map Forest

Length: 5.2 miles

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Surface: Paved
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This gently winding route runs

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through Point Beach State Forest.

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R-16 is bordered on both sides by thick

groves of deciduous and coniferous
trees. Sandy Bay Road offers many
glimpses of birds and other wildlife, as well as open vistas of natural
sand dunes, including juniper bushes and other shrubbery.

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R-19
Southeast Wisconsin: Dane
County. Lalor Road, north
from County B to Goodland
Park Road.
Map: R-19 online map Lake
Waubesa

Length: 2.3 miles Waubesa

Wetlands
Surface: Paved State
Natural
Area
Bordered on either side
by native prairie plants,
including numerous stands
of wild plum and scattered
wild asparagus, R-19 crosses
Swan and Murphy Creeks
and borders the Waubesa Wetlands State Natural Area. Set back in
the evergreens along one side of the road is the William Lalor Farm,
originally purchased from the government in 1846. The original deed
was signed by President James Polk.

Rustic Road 19, Dane County, Jane Sutter

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 Along Rustic Road 20, Dane County, Kristine M. Stueve

R-20
Southeast Wisconsin: Dane
County. Dyreson Road, from
Schneider Road north to County AB.
Ya

Map: R-20 online map

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ara
Riv

Length: 2.9 miles

er

Surface: Paved
Lake Kegonsa
Rich in heritage, Dyreson Road
travels through fertile farmland
and wooded areas. The road offers
an excellent view of Lake Kegonsa
as it crosses County B. The historic
Dyreson Bridge over the Yahara
River is the site of early Indian and
pioneer crossings and is adjacent to ancient Indian effigy mound
sites. Nearby wetlands provide glimpses of native waterfowl, fish
and wildlife. Also located on the road is Dyreson House, an early
Wisconsin homestead listed on the Wisconsin State Historical
Society’s Architecture and History Inventory.

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R-22
Southeast Wisconsin:
Green Lake County. White Big
River Road from County D Island
Rd.
to Big Island Road, north W
hit
of Princeton. eR
ive
r

Map: R-22 online map White River

Marsh State
Wildlife Area
Length: 5.5 miles
Surface: Unpaved and
paved portions
This picturesque road
passes through the White River Marsh Wildlife Area. Abundant with
wildlife, this road crosses the Sucker Creek and the White River.

Rustic Road 22, Green Lake County, Dale Voskuil

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Along Rustic Road 25, Racine County, Photo courtesy of Wisconsin Historical Society

R-25
Southeast Wisconsin:
Racine County. Oak Knoll
Road from County DD to Washin
gton Ave.
its junction with
County D. R-25 connects
Honey
to R-2 via Washington Creek State
Wildlife Area
Avenue.
Map: R-25 online map
Length: 2.6 miles
Surface: Paved
Adjacent to the Honey Creek Wildlife Area, this road passes the
Franklyn Hazelo House (c. 1858), listed on the National Register of
Historic Places.

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R-27
Southeast Wisconsin: Green
County. Park Road forming a
loop off of County F.
Map: R-27 online map
Length: 4.3 miles
Surface: Paved
Along this scenic and historic
route you will find the Decatur

Su
historical marker as well as

arg
Ri
ve
Indian campsites, the oldest

r
home in Decatur and the
Decatur Lake and Dam. With its
excellent views of high bluffs
and dense woods, Park Road
travels through some of the most
beautiful landscape in the area.

Along Rustic Road 27, Green County, Marilyn J. Mathison

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 Rustic Road 29, Walworth County, Jess Ell

R-29
Southeast Wisconsin:
Walworth County.
Snake Road, from
the intersection with
Lake
WIS 50 in the city of Geneva
Lake Geneva, west to the
intersection with WIS 50
in the town of Geneva.
Map: R-29 online map Geneva Lake

Length: 2.7 miles Big Foot Beach

State Park
Surface: Paved
This loop is located in a countryside of natural beauty. Bounded
in some places by split rail fencing, R-29 passes through an area of
native vegetation and wildlife near Geneva Lake that is particularly
beautiful in autumn.

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Rustic Road 30, Racine County, Jesse Clark

R-30
Southeast Wisconsin: Racine
County. Includes portions of
Hillcrest, Hanson, Division and
Malchine roads between County
K and WIS 36.
Map: R-30 online map
Length: 2.3 miles
Surface: Paved
R-30 passes through woods,
rolling meadows and lowland
marshes abounding with native
vegetation and wildlife. Along
the route is a historic one-room
Waterford
school house.

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R-33
Southeast Wisconsin: Washington
County. Portions of St. Augustine
Road, Monches Road, Emerald Drive,
Shamrock Lane and Donegal Road.
This route lies between County Q and
County K.
Map: R-33 online map
Length: 12.1 miles Lowe Lake

Surface: Paved
This winding, hilly route passes
through a natural kettle area. While the
area is mainly devoted to agriculture,
R-33 offers travelers a view of the church
spires atop Holy Hill, a well-known
seminary in southeastern Wisconsin. Another section of the road
provides a view of Lowe Lake.

Along Rustic Road 33, Washington County, Suvi S. Tory

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R-35
Southeast Wisconsin: Rock
County. Serns Road between
County N and North John Paul
Road in the town of Milton.
Map: R-35 online map
Length: 2.7 miles
Surface: Paved
Stretching north out of the
town of Milton, Serns Road
traverses picturesque and
gently rolling agricultural
terrain.

R-36
Southeast
Wisconsin:
R-11

R-11
Walworth County.
R-11

Includes Cranberry
Road and Berndt
Road east from
WIS 50, with
connections to R-11
and R-12.
Map: R-36 online
map
Length: 3.6 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
This narrow, hilly route got its name from early settlers who
harvested cranberries from nearby marshes. R-36 winds through
Wisconsin farmland, glacial marshes and knobs. It features a wide
variety of trees and shrubs.

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R-37
Southeast Wisconsin: Racine
County. Three Mile Road,
beginning at 108th Street east to
its intersection with County U.
Map: R-37 online map
Length: 1.8 miles
Surface: Paved
Numerous old oak trees and rail
fences border this linear route.
It has never been widened, nor
has its basic course been changed
since it was originally laid out in
the early 1800s.

Rustic Road 37, Racine County, Kerry G. Hill

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R-42
Southeast Wisconsin: Racine
County. Hoosier Creek, Wheatland
and Brever roads between
County JB and WIS 142.
Map: R-42 online map
Length: 5.7 miles
Surface: Paved
A canopy of large oak and black Burlington
walnut trees grace Wheatland
Road, just south of WIS 142.
Travelers to this area will enjoy
the open agricultural and marsh
vistas as well as an old brick
farmhouse and several barns. Hoosier Creek Road is a half-mile away
from the Fox River, providing fishing areas and panoramic views.
Note: For safety reasons, Hoosier Creek Road (near County JB) is closed at
the railroad tracks and is no longer a continuous north-south route.

R-43
Southeast Wisconsin: Racine
and Kenosha counties. County B
from WIS 142 in Kenosha County
to WIS 11 in Racine County. ver
White Ri ail
State Tr

Map: R-43 online map

Length: 3.7 miles
Surface: Paved
Passing through open
agricultural land with only a few
residences, this route provides
direct access to the Bong
Recreational Area and the White
Richard Bong
River State Trail. State Recreation Area

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R-48
Southeast Wisconsin: Waushara
County. 26th Road, beginning at
County H northwest to County W. This R-117
R-117

route connects with R-117.

Map: R-48 online map Pi
ne
Ri
Length: 2.1 miles ve
r

Surface: Paved
This road curves among rolling hills,
typical of the ground moraines found
in Wisconsin’s central plains region.
R-48 passes through the valley of the
Pine River, a Class 1 trout stream.
Much of the agricultural land and
fallow fields found along this route support ring-necked pheasants,
sandhill cranes, deer, red fox, beaver, otter and a wide variety of song
birds. A log cabin and two farmhouses, built before the Civil War on
160-acre Homestead Act grants, are visible from R-48.

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R-49
Southeast
Wisconsin: Sauk Wisconsin River
90 94
and Columbia 39

counties. Levee
Road, beginning
at County T in 39
Sauk County 90
94
east to WIS 33 in
Columbia County.
Map: R-49 online map
Length: 9.8 miles
Surface: Paved
Levee Road travels through the Aldo Leopold Reserve along the
Wisconsin River. Motorists, bikers and hikers can see prairie grasses,
wildlife, trees and marsh along the river’s south shore.

Rustic Road 49, Sauk and Columbia counties, Thomas F. Coulton

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R-50
Southeast Wisconsin: Adams County. Cottonville Avenue (Old
State Road), from 8th Drive east to 4th Avenue.
Map: R-50 online map
Length: 4.6 miles
Surface: Unpaved
The locals call Cottonville Avenue “Old State Road” because it was
laid out by the state, probably in the 1800s. Vistas along this road
include native lowland and upland trees, shrubbery and marshes.
Wild birds, deer and grouse abound.
Drive
8th

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R-52
Southeast Wisconsin:
Washington and Ozaukee
counties. Portions of Paradise and
Washington drives, and Wausaukee,
St. Augustine, Bluegoose and
Knollwood roads between County
M and abutting County Y south of
Rd.

Newburg.
Map: R-52 online map
Cedarburg
Length: 6.7 miles Bog State
Natural Area
Surface: Paved and unpaved
portions
This wooded, rural road is located in one of the highest points in
Washington County and offers a scenic panorama of the surrounding
countryside. There are several historical buildings and farmsteads
including a log home and an old fieldstone house dating to the late
1800s. While on Blue Goose and St. Augustine roads in Ozaukee
County, travelers will go past portions of the Cedarburg Bog State
Natural Area—one of the largest and most biologically diverse
wetland areas in Wisconsin.

Along Rustic Road 52, Washington and Ozaukee counties, Suvi S. Tory

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 Rustic Road 63, Sheboygan County, WisDOT photo

R-63
Southeast Wisconsin:
Sheboygan County. County S,
WIS 23 north to the Village of
Glenbeulah.
Map: R-63 online map
Kettle Moraine
State Forest
Wade House

Length: 2.4 miles

Historic Site

Surface: Paved and unpaved

portions
County S rests on the remains
of glacial sand and stone. The glacial soil here is so poor, you’ll notice
several old farm fields being reclaimed by trees and shrubs. The
last portion of R-63 is old forest with steep Kettle Moraine hills and
curves. The Rustic Road route ends at the village limits of historic
Glenbeulah. The Wade House state historic site and the Wesley W.
Jung Carriage Museum are both must-see attractions.

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R-65
Southeast Wisconsin: Ozaukee
County. Hawthorne Road between
Wauwatosa Road and Granville Bonniwell Rd.

Road in the city of Mequon.

Granville Rd.
Hawthorne Rd.
Map: R-65 online map
Length: 2 miles Highland Rd.

Surface: Paved and unpaved

portions

Wauwatosa Rd.
Farmdale Rd.
Hawthorne Road is the only
unpaved road in the city of
Mequon. Much of the road is lined
with oak, maple and weeping
willow trees that provide a canopy
in the summer and a blaze of
color in the fall. The open land
along R-65 is under cultivation or is pasture land for horses and sheep,
offering pleasant agricultural vistas. The area surrounding the road
is habitat for deer, rabbits, hawks and songbirds. The road is popular
with hikers, bikers, equestrians and motorists.

Along Rustic Road 65, Ozaukee County, Jane C. Van Treeck

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R-68
Southeast Wisconsin: Rock County. Riley
Road, from Stebbinsville Road to US 14.
Map: R-68 online map
Length: 5.7 miles
Surface: Paved
R-68 passes through woodlands, rolling
meadows and lowland marshes abounding
in native vegetation and wildlife. The
route passes the historic Richardson Grout
House. At the south end of Riley Road, a
wayside park offers rest and relaxation.

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R-69
Southeast Wisconsin: Columbia
County. Old Agency House Road,
from East Albert Street to the north
end near the Old Indian Agency Indian Agency House
Historic Site
er
House. Fox
Riv

Map: R-69 online map

nal
e Ca
Length: .75 miles

tag
Porc
Surface: Paved

tori
His
R-69 travels along the Portage
Canal. On one side of the road,
wetland habitat harbors sandhill
cranes, great blue herons and many
other birds. This road leads to the
historic Indian Agency House, built in 1832. This federal-style house
is on its original site and is one of the oldest in Wisconsin. It is also on
the National Register of Historic Places and is open to the public.

Along Rustic Road 69, Columbia County, Brad Basten

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R-72
Southeast Wisconsin: Winnebago
County. Mountain Road, beginning
and ending with County M.
Map: R-72 online map
Length: 3.1 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved
portions Rush Lake
State Natural Area

R-72 offers great wildlife and

wildflower viewing in a serene
setting. Mountain Road passes
through the Rush Lake State
Natural Area. It is home to many birds including sandhill cranes,
short-eared owls, northern bobwhite, quail and pheasants. The
traveler will encounter an abundance of wildflowers bordering the
roadway including Mayapples, trilliums, Canada anemone, wild
geraniums, Solomon’s seal, wild roses and goldenrod.

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R-81
Southeast Wisconsin:
Green County. Marty Road
beginning at County H and
ending with WIS 39.
Map: R-81 online map
Length: 2.9 miles
Surface: Paved
R-81 runs for most of its
length along a ridge offering
wonderful vistas of Wisconsin’s rolling hill country. The route is
partially tree-lined with canopies of hardwood trees. Wildflowers and
wildlife abound. Marty Road was constructed in the late 1800s as a
farm supply conduit and five original farmhouses can be seen from
the road.

R-82
Southeast Wisconsin:
Fond du Lac County.
The route in the town
of Ashford is situated
between WIS 67 in the Campbellsport
north and County W in
the south.
Map: R-82 online map
Length: 9.4 miles
Surface: Paved
R-82 is comprised of five
roads: River, Spring,
Rolling, Cloverland and Katzenburg drives. This route takes travelers
through wetlands, rolling hills, old-growth wooded areas and scenic
agricultural areas.

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R-84
Southeast Wisconsin:
Roc
Jefferson County. k Rive
r

Bark River Road in the

town of Koshkonong
beginning at Rock
River Road ending at Fort Atkinson
County N. Bar
k Riv
Map: R-84 online map
er

Length: 2.2 miles

Surface: Paved
R-84 follows the Bark River. This route features wooded areas and
agricultural vistas. In the summer, a popular stop for outdoor
enthusiasts is the unique artesian drinking fountain located halfway
along the route. Native vegetation and wildlife include deer, turkey,
cranes, hawks and owls.

R-85
Southeast Wisconsin:
Walworth County. Includes
portions of Kearney and Potter Sugar
roads, forming a loop off County Creek

DD in the town of Spring Prairie.

Map: R-85 online map
Length: 2.5 miles
Surface: Paved
Potter Road runs adjacent
to winding Sugar Creek as Burlington
both pass through Nature
Conservancy forests and
wetlands. The steeply glaciated
uplands of Kearney Road include
a mix of farmlands and pine woodlots.

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R-86
Southeast Wisconsin: Waukesha
County. Includes portions of Waterville
Road, County ZZ and Piper Road, from
State Trail
US 18 to WIS 59. R-10, R-115 and R-86 Glacial Drumlin

form a continuous route.

Map: R-86 online map Dousman

Length: 7.3 miles Ice Age

Trail
Surface: Paved
R-86 offers the traveler scenic views
of rugged forest and open prairie as Ice Age
Trail
it meanders through the Southern
Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Kettle Moraine
State Forest

Forest. The Waterville Road route also Ice Age

Trail
provides access to the Ice Age Trail,
Glacial Drumlin State Trail and the Nor th
Prairie
Scuppernong Hiking Trail.

Rustic Road 86, Waukesha County, Suvi S. Tory

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R-87
Southeast Wisconsin: Jefferson
County. Includes portions of
Creamery, McIntyre, Poeppel and
Pond roads from US 12 to WIS 26.
Map: R-87 online map
Length: 6.8 miles
Surface: Paved
R-87 winds through hilly, active
farmland interspersed with
canopies of trees. Deer, wild
turkey, cranes and hawks are frequently seen. The route
also features a family cherry orchard and the historic South
Koshkonong Cemetery.

R-88
Southeast Wisconsin: Jefferson and
Walworth counties. Cold Spring Road
from Carnes Road near County N to
West Main Street.
Map: R-88 online map
Length: 3.5 miles
Surface: Paved
R-88 travels through a gently rolling
countryside of mixed farm fields
and woods. In places, large oaks arch
over the road. There are several very
beautiful barns built close to the
road. Near the south end, you’ll see
a handsome, brick Victorian farmhouse in excellent condition.
Along the route you can also see the St. John's Church built in 1884,
beautifully-kept Cold Spring Cemetery dating back to the 1840s and
historical markers commemorating Abraham Lincoln’s service in
the Blackhawk War and Governor Peck's boyhood home.

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R-90
Southeast Wisconsin: Green County.
Portions of Preston, Mill and Kaderly
roads between County OK and County G.
Map: R-90 online map
Length: 3.2 miles
Surface: Unpaved
Local residents go out of their way to
travel along this quiet country road.
It offers stunning vistas of rolling
countryside rising to distant hills. Stalwart 300-year-old oak, basswood,
hickory and maple trees form a shady green tunnel in spring and
summer that turns russet and gold in autumn. On County G, at the
eastern end of this route, is a striking contrast of yesterday and today—a
weathered old barn opposite a large, modern dairy operation.

R-94
Southeast Wisconsin: Green County. Skinner
Hollow Road from WIS 81 to County J in the
towns of Jordan and Adams.
Map: R-94 online map
Length: 4.6 miles
Surface: Paved
Skinner
Creek
Skinner Hollow Road offers scenic views of
streams, valleys and wooded areas. Rich in
history, the road’s name comes from one of the
area’s first recorded lead prospectors, John B.
Skinner. Various prospect diggings or “badger holes” are located
along the area’s valley and many Native American artifacts have
also been found in this area. As the road crosses Skinner Creek, it
passes through an area that was once a mill pond for one of the area’s
early sawmills. Three cheese factories once operated along the road,
although only one remains as a residence. R-94 overlooks prairie
remnants, wetlands and rock outcroppings that provide habitat for
abundant wildlife from bald eagles to sandhill cranes.

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R-96
Southeast Wisconsin: Dane
County, town of Cottage Grove.
Nora Road located off County N
just south of Cottage Grove.
Map: R-96 online map
Length: 3.6 miles
Surface: Paved
R-96 is a mix of rolling hills,
farmlands, woods and marshes
inhabited by cranes, deer and a
variety of other wildlife.

R-102
Southeast
Wisconsin:

er
Riv
Waushara
can
County. Me

Cumberland
Avenue and 7th
Drive forming a
loop off WIS 21 in the town of Richford.
Map: R-102 online map
Length: 2.2 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
R-102 features roadside panoramas of native trees, prairies and dense
woods that form a canopy in the spring and summer that turns
golden in the autumn. This beautiful forest and field mix supports a
multitude of wildlife including deer, red fox, pheasants and sandhill
cranes, short-eared owls and many songbirds. Wildflowers such as
wild geraniums, Solomon’s seal and wild asparagus are abundant,
and Amish buggies are a common sight. The route is near the Mecan
River segment of the Ice Age Trail.

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R-104
Southeast Wisconsin:
Marquette and Columbia
counties. 14th Road and Barry
Road between County O and
County CM.
Map: R-104 online map
Length: 2.8 miles
Surface: Paved
French
This route passes over hills Creek State
Wildlife Area
and valleys closely bordered
by mixed hardwood forests
and large cottonwood trees.
Picturesque, century-old
farms can be seen from several
locations in addition to remnant prairie patches and abundant
wildlife. R-104 provides access to the French Creek Wildlife Area.

Rustic Road 104, Marquette and Columbia counties, Erin Alisha Brown

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R-106
Southeast Wisconsin: Dodge
County. Ledge, North Point,
South Point and West Point
roads south of WIS 49 and Horicon National
Wildlife Refuge
County Z intersection, town of
LeRoy.
Map: R-106 online map
Length: 7.2 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved
portions
R-106 has rolling hills and wonderful farm vistas. Parts of the route
are adjacent to the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge. The Bud Cook
Hiking Trail is accessible from West Point Road and has viewing
scopes to see wildlife in the marsh. The southern end of West Point
Road also provides access to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Educational
Barn, where visitors can learn more about the Horicon National
Wildlife Refuge.

R-110
Southeast Wisconsin:
Columbia County.
Portions of O’Connor,
Van Ness and Chrislaw
roads between WIS 60
(Lower Wisconsin River
Road) and WIS 113. Lower Wisconsin River Road

Map: R-110 online map

Length: 5.9 miles
Surface: Paved
R-110 meanders through prime agricultural land interspersed with
ponds and small lakes, marshland and rolling hills covered in trees.
This route is north of the Lower Wisconsin River Road. Wildlife
abounds through the route. Outstanding fall foliage makes R-110 a
great tour route.

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R-115
Southeast Wisconsin: Waukesha Upper
County. Waterville Road, from US 18 to 94
Nemahbin

County DR.
Map: R-115 online map Lower
Nemahbin
94

Delafield
Length: 2.9 miles
Surface: Paved
Summit
The trees and dense foliage of R-115
create a canopy overhead at the northern
end of the route. It is interspersed with
views of marshland, lakes and prairies.
Travelers may see wild turkey, deer, Waterville
Millpond

herons, hawks and owls. This segment of e Trail

Glacial Drumlin Stat
Waterville Road also provides access to
the Lake Country and Glacial Drumlin trails. R-115 connects R-10 and
R-86 into a continuous route.

Along Rustic Road 115, Waukesha County, Kerry G. Hill

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 Rustic Road 117, Waushara County, Jeff Vaughan

R-117
Southeast Wisconsin:
Waushara County. County W,
Portage Street, Portage Road,
and Covered Bridge Road from
26th Road to County A. This Pin
Saxeville
e Riv
route connects with R-48. er

Map: R-117 online map

Length: 1.8 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved
R-117 is a tree-lined route interspersed with views of the Pine River.
Wildlife abounds; travelers may see eagles, sandhill cranes, geese,
turkey, duck and deer as well as a Class 1 trout stream. Several historic
buildings are located along the route including the town hall, post
office, historic homes and a keystone bridge. The Jefferson Davis
Bell, a Civil War relic, is found there as well. R-117 also has one of the
state's last covered bridges. It provides access to Covered Bridge Park,
a wonderful place for visitors to walk and explore.

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Rustic Road 120, Walworth County, TJ McCarthy

R-120
Southeast Wisconsin:
Walworth County.
Peck Station Road, Troy Wildlife Area
from County A south to Troy Wildlife Area
County ES in the town of
Lafayette.
Map: R-120 online map
Length: 2 miles
Surface: Paved
Peck Station Road, named
after a Western Union
Railroad stop, is agricultural in character and quite colorful in the
fall. The former inn still exists as a private home. At the east side
of its intersection with County A is the Troy Wildlife Area, offering
many recreational opportunities, including hunting, fishing, cross
country skiing and hiking.

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R-123
Southeast Wisconsin:
Rat River Rat River
Winnebago County. Medina M
Wildlife Area

Junction Road and a portion

Wiouw

Pio
nee
d
.
N. Loop Rd

.R
of Pioneer Road north of

ash Sta
Medin a Jct

r Rd .
Fairview Road.

Trail te
Fairview Rd.
Map: R-123 online map
10 10
Length: 3.2 miles
Friendship State Trail

Surface: Paved and unpaved

M

This roadway takes visitors

past the remnants of Medina Junction, a once bustling train depot
from the early twentieth century that included a stock yard, a
restaurant and store. Trains carried freight daily through the depot to
destinations throughout the state and beyond.
The roadway offers views of the Rat River Wildlife Area, and is close
to the southern segment of the Wiouwash State Trail as well as the
Friendship State Trail, which is just south of this route.
Many types of birds and wildlife, including duck, geese, herons,
cranes, beaver, muskrats, and reptiles call the marshes surrounding
this roadway home.
Rustic Road 123, Winnebago County, Jeff Vaughan

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R-124
Southeast Wisconsin: Dane S Klevenville
te
Tra
il
Sta
County. Town Hall Road from WIS Mount Horeb ry
Rid
ge
lita
92 to County S. Mi

Town Hall Rd.

P

Map: R-124 online map PD

Length: 4.8 miles

To
wn
Ha
18

ll R
Surface: Paved
151

d.
92

Town Hall Road twists through hilly

Fryes Fe
Donald
Rock Trail
canopies of hardwood trees and

eder
descends into valleys and across Donald
County Park
winding trout streams. Historic

M
t.
Mount

Ve
homes and buildings from the 1800s

rn
Vernon

on
Cr
ee
k
and 1900s line the road. This is the
Driftless area, lacking glacially transported sediments (drift), where
streams carved into rock surfaces, creating a rugged topography and
deep valleys, formed some 450 million years ago. Sandstone bluffs
and outcrops, such as Donald Rock, show a geological history of huge
sand dunes cementing into stone and then eroding as continental
seas retreated.
The valley at the southern end of Town Hall Road provided spring
water for Native Americans and is now a 782-acre Donald County
Park that offers a range of recreation.
Rustic Road 124, Dane County, Town of Springdale

52
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 Rustic Road 126, Walworth County, Ken Zess

R-126
Southeast Wisconsin:
Stone School Rd.

Walworth County. Bell School

Hillburn Mill Rd.

Road and a portion of Hillburn East Troy Bell School Rd.

Honey Creek Streambank
Protection Area

Mill Road north of WIS 20. Honey Creek

Map: R-126 online map

Length: 3.6 miles
Carver School Rd.

Hill Valley Dr.

Surface: Paved 20

R-126 features sweeping

agricultural vistas, preserved Miller Rd.

farms and woodlots. The

Honey Creek Streambank Protection Area is an inviting 251-acre public
recreation area for hiking, hunting, fishing, canoeing, wildlife viewing,
birding, trapping and cross-country skiing. Bell School No. 7, a one-room
schoolhouse, was built in 1853 and is now a private residence and on the
Wisconsin Architecture and History Inventory.

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Northwest
R-1 Timm’s Hill
National Trail
Northwest Wisconsin: Taylor North
Harper Lake

County, between WIS 102 and South

Harper Lake

County D near Rib Lake.

Map: R-1 online map
Length: 5 miles
Surface: Unpaved
Wisconsin’s first Rustic Road was
dedicated in 1975. A historical
marker alongside the road commemorates the designation. R-1 crosses
through hills and valleys created by the last Wisconsin glacier nearly
12,000 years ago. A public beach is located midway on the road at South
Harper Lake, Timm's Hill National Trail, connects to the nearby Ice
Age Trail with R-62. Timm's Hill Observation Tower, nine miles to the
north, is open year-round for hiking, skiing and snowshoeing.

Along Rustic Road 1, Taylor County, Kerry G. Hill

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 Rustic Road 3, St. Croix County, Ann Junker

R-3
Northwest Wisconsin: St. Croix County.
R-3 begins at WIS 128 and follows the
outer edges of a watershed and county
park and ends at County E.
Map: R-3 online map
Length: 3.6 miles
Surface: Paved
This narrow road borders the Glen
Lake
heavily wooded Glen Hills County Park
area, as well as privately owned farmland.
The blacktop road curves over many hills
with open views of farmland to either
side. Picnic at the nearby county park, or enjoy the beach on Glen
Lake. Rustic Road 3 is part of a St. Croix County bike route. At its
north end, R-3 connects to R-4.

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Along Rustic Road 4, St. Croix County, Sheri A. Erickson

R-4
Northwest Wisconsin: St. Croix
County. South of Glenwood City
beginning at WIS 128 south to its
intersection with County W.
Map: R-4 online map
Length: 4.6 miles
Surface: Unpaved
R-4 runs east of R-3 and borders the
east side of the Glen Hills County
Park watershed area. Beautiful fall
colors mark the road in autumn, Glen
Lake
along with many coniferous trees.
Watch for glacial rock formations and
wild turkey.

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R-6
Northwest Wisconsin:
Chippewa County. County E,
from the junction of WIS 64
north to the Chippewa-Rusk
county line.
Map: R-6 online map
Length: 13.3 miles
Surface: Paved
R-6 is part of the old Flambeau
Trail, an important route for
early travelers heading north.
The road traverses county forest
lands and a part of the Ice Age
National Scientific Reserve in
Chippewa County.

Along Rustic Road 6, Chippewa County, Don F. Hardy

COV E R CO N T E N T S INDEX M AP 59
Along Rustic Road 13, St. Croix County, Ross Johnson

R-13
Northwest Wisconsin: St.
Croix County. Trout Brook Road River Rd.

between Baer Drive and River

Trout Brook Rd.

Willow
Road. River State
Park
Map: R-13 online map
r
ve
Ri

Length: 3 miles
ow
ill
W
St. Croix River

Surface: Paved Lake Mallalieu

This road passes through hilly

terrain along the western edge of er D
r.
Ba
scenic Willow River State Park.
This route meanders through
heavily wooded areas past several
artesian wells.

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R-15
Northwest
Governor Knowles
Wisconsin: State Forest

Burnett County.

r
West River Road and

ive
xR
oi
Cr
Skog Road between

.
St
Shogren Road and
Hickerson Road.
Fish Lake
Map: R-15 online map Wildlife Area

Length: 5.4 miles

Surface: Paved
R-15 is close to Governor Knowles State Forest to the north and the
Fish Lake Wildlife Area to the south. This route offers beautiful
vistas of coniferous and hardwood trees. Several hiking trails
intersect with the road. R-15 is within a quarter-mile of the St. Croix
River, a National Wild and Scenic River.

R-18
Northwest Wisconsin: Barron
County. 23rd Street, 15¾ Avenue,
Rice
25th Street and 17¼ Avenue Lake
beginning and ending at County M.
Map: R-18 online map
Length: 6.8 miles e
Av
Surface: Paved
4
3/
15

Dense stands of white oak, aspen

and birch trees line this narrow
Cameron
Rustic Road.

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R-28
Northwest
Wisconsin: Polk
County. Mains
Crossing (old
Highway 8),

Ap
ple
beginning at the

Riv
er
intersection of
County H then
extending east to County D.
Map: R-28 online map
Length: 5.2 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
Passing Apple River County Park and crossing the scenic Apple River,
R-28 is characterized by pleasant views of deciduous forests and open
farmland. Located along the route are three small churches, two
cemeteries and the Apple River Town Hall.

Along Rustic Road 28, Polk County, Sandra Stevermer

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 Rustic Road 41, Polk County, Sheryl Kieselhorst

R-41
Northwest Wisconsin: Polk
County. Clara Lake Drive and
70th Street between County E and Clara Lake Dr.
County G.
Map: R-41 online map
Length: 2.3 miles Little Blake
Lake Clara Lake
Surface: Paved and unpaved
70th St.

portions
This road wanders past scenic
woodlands and farmlands. Clara
Lake Drive passes the Hunky Dory
Farms Resort, built in 1902 and
still in operation. A canopy of
trees shade the unpaved portion
of this beautiful road.

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Along Rustic Road 45, Eau Claire County, Katie M. Weisbecker

R-45
Northwest
Wisconsin:
Goat Ranch Rd.
Eau Claire County.
Goat Ranch Road Coon
Fork Lake

from County H.
Map: R-45 online
map
Length: 2.7 miles
Surface: Unpaved
R-45 is a narrow, scenic, unpaved roadway carved through the heart of
the Eau Claire County Forest. Watch for deer and other wildlife.

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R-51
Northwest Wisconsin:
Pierce County. Portions
of 20th Avenue, 197th
Street and 50th Avenue
from County CC to

Wi
sc
on
County AA.

sin
Mis

Gr
ea
Map: R-51 online map

siss

tR
ive
ippi

rR
Length: 4.3 miles
Rive

d.
Surface: Unpaved, r

closed in winter
Just east of the Wisconsin Great River Road, located near rolling
agricultural farmland, this narrow, winding, unpaved road
frequently crosses a trout stream in the midst of dense woodlands.
Just a few miles south of County CC is a wayside historical marker and
a replica of the house where Laura Ingalls Wilder grew up. She wrote
about this house in her book Little House in the Big Woods.

Rustic Road 41, Polk County, Sheryl Kieselhorst

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Along Rustic Road 62, Price County, Ken Zingg

R-62
Northwest
Wisconsin: Price
County. County
Timm’s Lake

RR, beginning at Timm’s Hill

County Park Pearson Lake
the intersection Bass
Lake

of County C,
Timm’s Hill
northeasterly to the National Trail

intersection with
WIS 86.
Map: R-62 online map
Length: 2 miles
Surface: Paved
Although this Rustic Road is short in distance, it is long in aesthetic
qualities. R-62 offers the only access to Timm's Hill County Park, the
highest point in the state of Wisconsin at 1,951.5 feet. Hikers will
enjoy the Timm's Hill National Trail, which links to R-1. Bass Lake,
which borders R-62, teems with northern pike.

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R-67
Northwest Wisconsin: Barron and
Polk counties. Portions of Pine Street,
West Town Line Road, Barron-Polk
Street and 16th Avenue, forming a
loop from US 8 to US 63.
Map: R-67 online map
Length: 4.6 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved
portions West Town
Line Rd.
R-67 winds through woods and
wetlands, along fields and forests, Skinaway
Lake

and around the edge of Skinaway

Lake. Wildlife and wildflowers
abound. This route provides a quiet,
picturesque adventure through the
northwestern Wisconsin countryside.

Along Rustic Road 67, Barron and Polk counties, Kerry G. Hill

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Along Rustic Road 71, Washburn County, Kerry G. Hill

R-71
Northwest Wisconsin: Washburn
County. Lake Road and Little Stone Little
Road between WIS 70 and Stone Lake

County A.
Map: R-71 online map
Length: 2.2 miles Stone Lake

Surface: Paved
R-71 skirts the western shore of
Stone Lake where deer, raccoons,
loons and other waterfowl are
frequently seen. The trees along
the route form a graceful arch
overhead creating a tunnel of green
over much of this two-mile
Rustic Road.

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R-73
Northwest Wisconsin: Clark
County. Robin Avenue and
Cloverdale Road between
County N and County P.
Map: R-73 online map
Length: 2.5 miles
Surface: Unpaved
R-73 is a unpaved road nestled
between quiet woodlands and
picturesque dairy farms. An old
one-lane wooden bridge, which
residents refer to as the “High
Bridge,” is located on Robin
Avenue. Travelers might also
see an occasional Amish horse-
drawn buggy.

Rustic Road 73, Clark County, Marjy Struble-Sanders

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Along Rustic Road 76, Clark County, Marjy Struble-Sanders

R-76
Northwest Wisconsin: Clark
County. Portions of Columbia
Avenue, Middle Road, Fisher
Avenue, Sand Road and Bruce
Bruce Mound Ave.

Mound Avenue between

US 10 and County B in the town of
We

Hewett.
dge
sC

Fiv
eM
Map: R-76 online map
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ile
k

Cr
eek

Length: 9 miles
Surface: Unpaved
R-76 meanders through the Clark
County Forest. The traveler may
see deer, wild turkey, sandhill cranes and possibly a bald eagle. There
is an abandoned trestle bridge used for recreational purposes over
Wedges Creek on Middle Road. At the south end of the township, on
Fisher Road is the “Lone Grave Marker,” the last remaining evidence
of the community of Columbia, which dates back to the 1880s.

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R-79
Northwest Wisconsin: Burnett
County. Glendenning Road beginning
at WIS 35 and ending on County F.

Trail
R-98 is approximately one-half mile to

ate
the south.

ancer St
Map: R-79 online map

Gandy D
Length: 1.2 miles
Surface: Paved

er
Riv
ow
R-79 is a quiet, scenic road under a Round Lake

Yell
canopy of oak trees. The popular
Gandy Dancer State Trail, used by
hikers, bikers and snowmobilers,
bisects this route. Glendenning Road
crosses the Yellow River south of Danbury.

R-80
Northwest Wisconsin: Burnett
County. County E beginning at
the intersection of County A and
following McKenzie Lake until its
intersection with Tokash Road near Middle
McKenzie Lake
the Washburn county line.
Map: R-80 online map
Length: 2.1 miles
McKenzie Lake
Surface: Paved
R-80 is a winding road with gentle
hills that border beautiful McKenzie
Lake. Tall majestic oaks canopy the
road during the summer months.
Duck, bear, deer and eagles are often
visible throughout the year. The road
is often used by pedestrians and bicyclists for recreational purposes.

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R-83
Northwest Wisconsin:
Barron County. 13¾–16th

13¾
Street/Narrow Gauge Bear Lake

–16
Road between County V

th S
t.
and 30th Avenue at the
Barron and Washburn
county line.
Map: R-83 online map
Length: 4.6 miles
Surface: Unpaved
R-83 is in the town of Bear Lake and is on Narrow Gauge Road,
so-called because it follows the route of an old railroad line used in
the logging era. The route meanders through the 4,100-acre Barron
County Forest and intersects the Ice Age Trail. Narrow Gauge Road
passes through diverse terrain with native wildlife and vegetation.

R-89
Northwest Wisconsin: Dunn
County. 410th Street, County D
and 420th Street between County
P and 370th Avenue, the town line
road.
Map: R-89 online map
Length: 4.7 miles
Red Cedar
State Trail

Surface: Paved
This scenic road winds south from
Menomonie through the bluffs of
Rive dar

the Red Cedar River. R-89 follows

r
Ce
Red

the Red Cedar State Trail; once

a railroad bed, now a popular
recreation trail. Halfway along
the route is Devil’s Punch Bowl—a miniature canyon with a small
waterfall created by the last glacier 12,000 years ago. It is now a
2.9 acre scientific area.

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R-92 River
Falls
Northwest Wisconsin: Pierce County.
Happy Valley Road (also known as
770th Avenue and 910th Street) to
710th Avenue east until its intersection
with County O.
Map: R-92 online map 71
0th

Length: 4.1 miles

Av
e.

Surface: Paved
R-92 is a lovely, winding and hilly route that takes the traveler
through a canopy of basswood, elm, maple and oak trees for part of
the route—giving the traveler a feeling of entering a peaceful tunnel.
During spring and summer, the sides of the road are lined with green
foliage and wildflowers such as Dutchman’s breeches, bloodroot,
chamomile and hepatica. Rolling farm fields and steep tree-covered
hills add to the beauty of the road.

R-93
Northwest Wisconsin: Polk County.
Chippewa Trail from 145th Street to
County GG. Luck

Map: R-93 online map Butternut

Lake

Length: 2.8 miles Chip

pew
a Tra
il

Surface: Unpaved
R-93 is a beautiful country road
that meanders through a wooded
area in northwest Wisconsin in
the town of Luck. A tree canopy covers most of this road. Chippewa
Trail also curves around many ponds and wetland areas. Hikers,
bikers and motorists in this area can see wildlife such as turkey and
opossum. Local lore is that the Chippewa Indians used this route in
pre-settlement times as they traveled between Butternut and
Bone lakes.
Note: It is recommended that travelers unfamiliar with the area
access R-93 at County GG.

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Along Rustic Road 95, Bayfield and Sawyer counties, Kerry G. Hill

R-95
Northwest Wisconsin: Bayfield and
Sawyer counties. The route begins
at the intersection of WIS 77 and Chequamegon-Nicolet
National Forest
Federal Forest Road (FR) 203 in the
town of Spider Lake and continues on
a six-mile loop off FR 203 comprised
of FR 622 and Tews Road (FR 206).
The route continues into the town of
Namakagon on Lost Land Lake Road
and terminates at County M. Chequamegon-Nicolet
National Forest

Map: R-95 online map Teal Lake

Length: 16.4 miles

Surface: Unpaved and paved portion *FR = Federal Forest Road

R-95 passes through the

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Along with scenic forest
views, visitors are apt to see a variety of wildlife including swans,
deer, bear, and possibly wolves and elk. There are numerous bike,
ATV and snowmobile trails that cross the route, including the Lynch
Creek Trail that leads to a wildlife-viewing platform.

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R-98
Northwest Wisconsin: R-79
Minerva Lake

Burnett County, towns Gull Lake

of Oakland and Swiss.

Falk Lake

Trail
Beginning at the junction Love Lake

er State
of WIS 35 and Old 35 Road

Gandy Danc
near Danbury, the route
proceeds along CCC Road to
Hayden Lake Road, forming
a loop back to WIS 35. R-79
is approximately one-half mile to the north.
Map: R-98 online map
Length: 8 miles
Surface: Paved
R-98 passes several lakes, featuring prairie lands and canopied
trees, along with abundant wildlife including waterfowl, deer, bear
and eagles.
Along Rustic Road 98, Burnett County, Kerry G. Hill

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Along Rustic Road 100, Iron County, Beth Wroblewski

R-100
Northwest Wisconsin: Iron
County. County G from the
Michigan/Wisconsin border, Oak Lake

continuing south along County H Owl Lake

Long Lake
to County J in Mercer. Virgin Lake

Map: R-100 online map

Length: 13.5 miles Clear Lake

Surface: Paved
Oxbow Lake
Wisconsin’s 100th Rustic Road
Spider Lake
features numerous lakes and
waterways, wildflowers and
wildlife, including deer and Echo Lake

wolves. The route follows part of

the historic Flambeau Trail—an
important commerce route for
Native Americans, voyageurs and explorers.

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R-101
Northwest Wisconsin: Polk
County. County S forming St. Croix Falls
a loop off WIS 35 between
Osceola and St. Croix Falls.
Map: R-101 online map
Length: 4.3 miles ve
r
Ri
ix
Surface: Paved St
.C
ro

R-101 features oak, cedar and Dresser

pine trees, a trout stream, rock
outcroppings and a variety
of wildlife as it follows the
St. Croix River. Trail heads Osceola
are adjacent to the road. The
traveler will also pass by the St.
Croix National Scenic Riverway ranger station and
maintenance facility.
Along Rustic Road 101, Polk County, Kathy Kuehne

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Rustic Road 103, St. Croix and Polk counties, Debra A. Walters

R-103
Northwest
Wisconsin:
St. Croix and Polk
er
iv
xR
oi

counties. Portions
Cr.
St

of 230th Avenue,
Marine Road,
County Line Avenue
and Polk/St. Croix
Road through the
town of Somerset in St. Croix County and the town of Farmington
in Polk County.
Map: R-103 online map
Length: 2.8 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
This route leads to the historic Somerset Landing—a river access
point in the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway that features a
boat launch and other amenities. R-103 features sandstone bluff
outcroppings, tree canopies, prairie and farm views. A snowmobile
route crosses Polk/St. Croix Road and a marked bike route connects to
R-103 at 40th Street.

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R-105
Northwest Wisconsin: Price
County. Forest Road 148 (Smith Round Lake

Rapids Road) and 144 (Shady Chequamegon-Nicolet

National Forest
Knoll Road) forming a loop off
WIS 70 and Forest Road 535.
Map: R-105 online map
Length: 13 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved Chequamegon-Nicolet
National Forest
portions
This 13-mile loop off WIS 70 winds through the scenic Chequamegon-
Nicolet National Forest. Wildlife, forests, scenic farmland and views
of the rambling South Fork of the Flambeau River enhance the drive.
On Forest Road 148, the traveler will pass through the beautiful Smith
Rapids Covered Bridge, which spans the river, and pass by the adjacent
picnic area and equestrian trails. The traveler will also encounter the
restored historic 1876 logging dam on Forest Road 535.

Rustic Road 105, Price County, Jeff Vaughan

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Rustic Road 107, Dunn County, Thomas F. Coulton

R-107
Northwest Wisconsin: ive
r
R
Dunn County. 160th Avenue, ipp
ewa
Ch
650th Street and 50th l
rai
Avenue from County O to Stat
eT
r
County M, town of Peru. Rive
wa
ip pe
Map: R-107 online map Ch

Length: 6.7 miles

Surface: Paved and unpaved
portions
R-107 follows the Chippewa River. The traveler will find wooded areas
with canopies over the road that open up to meadows and picturesque
views. There are numerous water resources, with wetland habitat
throughout. The Chippewa River State Trail crosses the route at
two locations.

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R-108
Northwest Wisconsin:
Sawyer County. Northern
Lights, Boedecker, Seeley
and Janet roads from Seele
y Rd.

WIS 63 to County OO,

towns of Lenroot Seeley
and Spider Lake.
Map: R-108 online map
Length: 3.4 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
R-108 meanders through the Sawyer County Forest and is bordered
by many species of trees including maples, oaks, birch, red and white
pine trees which are home to many birds and mammals. This road
was originally constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation
Corps as a logging road. Travelers may catch a glimpse of the old
"Dynamite Shack", which once stored explosives used to help form
the road through the hills. R-108 is crossed by the Birkie cross country
ski trail and numerous ATV, mountain bike and snowmobile trails.
This road offers all nature lovers a Northwoods experience. R-125 is
located about half a mile to the east.
Rustic Road 108, Sawyer County, Kerry G. Hill

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Rustic Road 111, Sawyer and Ashland counties, Sylvia R. Eisenmann

R-111
Northwest Wisconsin:
Sawyer and Ashland
counties. Portions of
County S, Moose Lake Road, Chequamegon-Nicolet
National Forest

Forest Road 174 and Forest

Road 164 south of WIS 77.
Map: R-111 online map
Length: 25.5 miles
Moose
Surface: Paved and unpaved Lake

portions
R-111 traverses the Chequamegon-Nicolet
National Forest

Chequamegon-Nicolet
National Forest. Near Moose Lake Road and County S there is a scenic
river view. This route has rolling hills covered with many types of
trees making it a popular destination to view fall foliage. Wildlife
abounds with wolf packs, elk, deer and wild turkey.

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R-114
Northwest Wisconsin: Rusk
County. Firelane, Perch Lake,
and North and South Buck’s
Lake roads, between County O
and County F.
Map: R-114 online map
Length: 13.1 miles
Surface: Unpaved
R-114 is located in the scenic
Blue Hills area of Rusk County.
The route includes access to
trails for biking, hiking, skiing and hunting, along with two county
campgrounds and multiple lakes including Perch, Audie, Bucks and
Murphy Flowage. R-114 also provides a very picturesque canopy of
fall colors.

R-116
Northwest Wisconsin:
St. Croix County. 140th
Avenue, from County A
to 120th Street. Ten
Mile C
Map: R-116 online map
Boardman reek

Length: 2.2 miles

Surface: Paved
On R-116, travelers will see oak trees interspersed with wetlands and
agricultural vistas. Ten Mile Creek follows the road for much of its
length, providing travelers with water views visible from the road.
There are several publicly owned wildlife areas devoted to waterfowl
production and habitat protection making this a popular destination
for waterfowl viewing.

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Rustic Road 122, Pepin County, Dan Fedderly

R-122
Northwest Wisconsin: Pepin County.
Semple Road, from County D to County Z
in the towns of Waterville and Waubeek.
Misso

Map: R-122 online map

uri Cre
ek

Length: 2.7 miles

Ea
u
Ga
lle

Surface: Paved
Ri
Se

ve
m

r
pl
eR
d.

Semple Road is enjoyed not only by those

lucky enough to live on it, but also by
bicyclists, hikers, car enthusiasts, and
motorcyclists because of its flowing curves,
hills and the feeling of “remoteness.” Deer,
turkey and bald eagles are frequently seen
along the roadway. A steep wooded bank
dominates one side of the entire route. A
bridge crosses the Missouri Creek, which
lends to this road's scenic vistas. The creek feeds into the Eau Galle
River, part of the nearby Eau Galle River Wildlife Area, which offers
numerous recreational opportunities.

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R-125 63
Cable
Northwest Wisconsin: Bayfield and Sawyer
Jo Ann Lake
Namekag

Tele
on River

ma
counties. Telemark Road and Spider Lake Fire

rk R
Randysek Rd.
Fre

d.
hls
Rd
.

Lane beginning at County Road M and ending

Spider Lake Fire Ln.

at County Road OO and Clear Lake Road.
Map: R-125 online map Timber Trl.

Length: 9.4 miles

Bayfield
County
Bayfield Co. Forest

Sawyer Co.

Surface: Paved and unpaved portions

d.
rk R
Rock Lake Rd.

ma
Tele
Telemark Road and Spider Lake Fire Lane Sawyer
County Pr
es

curve through glacial till deposits in the hills

Forest ton
Boedecker Rd
Rd. Smith Lake .

of Bayfield County Forest, Sawyer County

.
Rd
e
Forest, some wetlands rich with native species

lan
Lake Helane

He
State Natural

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ke

lvd
Area

La

yB
and several lakes. The closed forest canopy

rph
Mu
offers a cool, quiet backwoods feel. R-125 Clear Lake Rd.

connects to a network of singletrack bike,

Nordic ski, and ATV trails, as well as to Lake Helane, a State Natural Area.
The Namekagon River crosses the route in the north, offering camping,
fishing and tubing opportunities.
The road is located just east of the American Birkebeiner Trail,
North America’s largest cross-country ski marathon.

Rustic Road 125, Bayfield and Sawyer counties, Tim Sheldon

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Northeast
R-7
Northeast Wisconsin:
Kewaunee County. Includes portions
of Hrabik Road, Cherneyville Road,
Sleepy Hollow Road and Pine Grove
Road between WIS 29 and County AB.
Map: R-7 online map
Length: 3.5 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved sections
This route wanders past the remains of
an old lime kiln, travels through glacial
deposits and affords views of an old
German home, an old flour mill and several picturesque barns.

Rustic Road 7, Kewaunee County, Dennis A. Schaefer

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 The zoo along Rustic Road 8, Brown County, WisDOT photo

R-8
Northeast Wisconsin:
Brown County. R-8 makes a
Restoration Rd.

loop off County IR, following

Pine Ln.

Sunrise Road, Pine Lane and

Westview Road.
Map: R-8 online map
Length: 3 miles
Surface: Paved
Located in the village of
Suamico, R-8 wanders
between stands of hardwood
and coniferous trees that
stretch along its length. The Brown County Reforestation Camp,
which is accessible from R-8, offers a variety of outdoor activities in
addition to the New Zoo Adventure Park.

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R-9
Northeast Wisconsin: Door
County. County T (Glidden

y
By nty
wa
Drive), between Brauer Road and

tal ou
as r C
Whitefish Bay Drive.

Co oo
D
Map: R-9 online map
Length: 6.7 miles

n
iga
Surface: Paved

M ich
ke
La
Located along the Lake Michigan
shore, just east of the Door County
Coastal Byway, this route passes
through sand dunes, heavy forest
and streams that are natural spawning grounds for trout and smelt.
Other sites include an old sawmill, a fishing site, a log cabin and a
panoramic view of Lake Michigan with a beautiful sand beach.

Along Rustic Road 9, Door County, Kimberly A. Freund

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 Along Rustic Road 17, Portage County, June Goggins

R-17
Northeast Wisconsin: Portage
County. Otto Road from US 10
west to Morgan Road, then south
on Morgan Road to County T.
Map: R-17 online map
Length: 2.7 miles
Surface: Paved Tomorrow River

This scenic route south of

Amherst passes through hilly,
rugged terrain, forests and
fields, offering glimpses of
native wildlife. R-17 also crosses
a boulder-strewn section of the
Tomorrow River.

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R-23
Northeast Wisconsin:
Waupaca County. R-23 begins
in the town of Rural, and
travels west on Rural Road
Hartman Creek
through Hartman Creek State State Park

Park, ending at Hartman Hartman Creek

Long Creek
Creek Road.
Map: R-23 online map
R-24

Length: 3.6 miles

Surface: Paved
R-23, Rural Road, begins in the quaint community of Rural, whose
historic district showcases approximately 17 historic sites, most
of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Proceeding in a northwesterly direction, Rural Road crosses the
Crystal River three times over picturesque stone bridges and through
Hartman Creek State Park, ending at Hartman Creek Road. R-24,
Emmons Creek Road, branches off R-23.

Rustic Road 23, Waupaca County, Jeff Vaughan

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 Along Rustic Road 24, Waupaca County, Kerry G. Hill

R-24
Northeast Wisconsin:
Waupaca County. R-24,
Emmons Creek Road,
extends west from Rural
Road to the Portage Hartman Creek
State Park
County line.
Hartman Creek
Map: R-24 online map Long Creek
R-23

Length: 2.7 miles

Surface: Paved and
unpaved portions
R-24, Emmons Creek Road, branches off of R-23, Rural Road. R-24
crosses a spring-fed trout stream and passes through several stands of
native pines and hardwoods.

COV E R CO N T E N T S INDEX M AP 91
Rustic Road 32, Marinette County, Lisa Rosinsky Photography

R-32
Northeast Wisconsin: Marinette
County. Parkway Road from County W
north to County C, then on County I to
US 8. Also Goodman Park Road from
County I to the park entrance.
Map: R-32 online map
ver

Length: 37.1 miles

Peshtigo Ri

Surface: Paved and unpaved

Wisconsin’s longest Rustic Road,
Pa
R-32 offers a 37-mile journey through Caldron Falls
Reservoir
rk
w
ay
High
Falls
Governor Thompson State Park and Governor Thompson
Rd
.
Reservoir

State Park
several county parks, as well as the
Peshtigo River State Forest. Multiple Thunder
River

species of hardwoods and conifers can

be viewed along the route, along with
numerous granite boulders, outcroppings and abundant wildlife. R-32
also offers vistas of the Thunder and Peshtigo rivers and the High
Falls and Caldron Falls reservoirs.

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R-34
Northeast Wisconsin: Forest
County. From the village of Chequamegon-Nicolet
Alvin, follows portions of National Forest
Nicolet-
Wolf River
Lakeview Drive, Carey Dam Scenic

.
Fishel Rd
Byway
Road and Fishel Road to WIS Care
y Da
m Rd
. Lakeview Dr.
70 (Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Chequamegon-Nicolet
Alvin
Byway). National Forest

Map: R-34 online map Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway

Length: 8.8 miles

Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
Located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, R-34 leads
through a heavily wooded area, including a 50-year-old pine
plantation abundant with wildlife and ideal for hunting, fishing,
hiking, skiing and snowmobiling.

Along Rustic Road 34, Forest County, Kerry G. Hill

COV E R CO N T E N T S INDEX M AP 93
R-38
Northeast Wisconsin:
Door County. R-38, Cana
Island Road, extends from
County Q to Cana Island. Baileys Harbor Boreal Forest and

W. C
Wetlands State Natural Area

Map: R-38 online map

ana
Islan
Length: 2.5 miles

d Rd
Moonlight Bay and Bedrock
Beach State Natural Area Cana
Island

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paved between Moonlight
Bay and North Bay passes
through a unique boreal forest filled with magnificent specimens
of spruce, cedar and white pine as well as various species of rare
and valuable plants. This Rustic Road, near the Door County Coastal
Byway, provides scenic views of the Lake Michigan shoreline as
well as access to Cana Island Lighthouse, which has guided sailors
since 1870.

Along Rustic Road 38, Door County, Door County Visitor Bureau

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R-39
Northeast Wisconsin: Door
County, R-39, Ridges Road runs
from WIS 57 (Door County
Coastal Byway), to Point Drive Moonlight Bay

and Toft Point.

Ridges Sanctuary
State Natural Area

Map: R-39 online map

astal Byway

Length: 2.5 miles

Surface: Paved Toft Point State
Natural Area
Door County Co

R-39 provides panoramic views

of rocky lakeshore areas and Baileys Harbor

dense forests. Both the Ridges

Sanctuary and Toft Point are
part of the wildlife and natural
areas designated by the National Park Service as a National Natural
Landmark. These extraordinary forests and wetlands are home to
more than 475 plant species, including 25 of the 40 species of orchids
native to the state.

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Rustic Road 40, Brown County, WisDOT photo

R-40
Northeast Wisconsin: Brown
County. Trout Creek Drive, North
Pine Tree Road, Centennial Centre
Boulevard, Forest Road and Hill
Drive between County J and
County FF.
Map: R-40 online map
Length: 4.6 miles
Surface: Paved
R-40 passes near Trout Creek
offering the traveler views of natural
woodlands with deep ravines, as well
as picturesque open farmland.

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R-44
Northeast Wisconsin:
Marinette County.
Right-of-Way Road from
Sumac Lane east to Lake Noquebay
State Wildlife Area

County X. A second branch of Lake Noquebay

Right-of-Way Road extends

southeast to Panske Road.
Map: R-44 online map
Length: 6.5 miles
Surface: Paved
Right-of-Way Road crosses two creeks and is adjacent to the Lake
Noquebay State Wildlife Area and Marinette County Forest land.
According to the Loomis Historical Society, R-44 was originally part
of the Wisconsin-Michigan Railroad.

Rustic Road 44, Marinette County, Dennis Schaefer

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R-46
Northeast Wisconsin: Brown
County. Old Plank Road forms a
loop west of WIS 57.
Map: R-46 online map
Length: 1.3 miles

r
ive
R
Fox
Surface: Paved
Old Plank Road is characterized
by ravines, large old trees and a
narrow road surface. It dates back
to Civil War times when it was
used to carry supplies to the
Fox River.

R-47
Northeast Wisconsin: Wittenberg
Shawano County. County
M, between County Q and
US 45.
Map: R-47 online map
Length: 14 miles
Surface: Paved
Tigerton
Featuring open
agricultural vistas against
a backdrop of wooded
hills, R-47 is a traveler’s delight. Historic buildings along the route
include a round barn and a red granite town hall. The road crosses
two streams and passes conifer glens, wetland vegetation and rolling
fields. County M also passes the Tigerton Historical Society Museum
and the Wittenberg Museum.

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R-53
Northeast Wisconsin:
Outagamie County. Portions of
Garrity, McCabe, Greiner and Garrity Rd. 41
Bodde roads between I41 and
County JJ.
Map: R-53 online map
Apple C
Length: 4.1 miles
reek

Surface: Paved
R-53 is located in one of the richest
agricultural areas in the Fox River
Valley. Visitors will find a double r
ive
arch bridge, an old schoolhouse, 41 Fo
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a century farm, an old stone

silo, Apple Creek and a resource
conservation area abundant with wildlife. Construction of this road
dates back to 1857.
Rustic Road 53, Outagamie County, WisDOT photo

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R-57
Northeast Wisconsin:
Waupaca County. Foley Road
and Town Line Road between
US 10 and WIS 54.

Foley Rd.
Map: R-57 online map
Length: 4.1 miles
Surface: Paved
The Ice Age National Scenic
Trail follows this route. A log Waupaca
house used by hikers is located River

on the Foley Road segment.

The scenic beauty of R-57 is
enhanced by rolling hills and
an arch of trees over the road
at two points. Deep ravines
directly off the road are accented with ferns and a variety of wild
flowers. Bluebirds and other wild song birds are regular visitors to
the large apple orchard along both sides of Foley Road. The Waupaca
River flows along a portion of the road; the rapids can be heard at the
Cobbtown Road bridge.
Rustic Road 57, Waupaca County, Pam Wickman

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R-58
Northeast Wisconsin:
Oneida County. Blue Lake
Road, west from US 51 to
Mercer Lake Road, north
to WIS 70. This route Mercer
Lake
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Map: R-58 online map

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Surface: Paved
Blue Lake Road skirts
many scenic Northwoods
lakes while wandering through thick pine and hardwood forests. This
route crosses a railroad bed that was used in the 1800s as a main line
to Minocqua. It has now been converted to the Bearskin State Trail for
hiking and bicycling. There is an ideal spot to launch a canoe where
Blue Lake Road meets the Tomahawk River. The Northwoods beauty
continues along Mercer Lake Road as it travels across two small
creeks, through cedar lowlands, dense pine and hardwood forests
before intersecting with WIS 70.

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Rustic Road 59, Oneida County, Kerry G. Hill

R-59
Northeast Wisconsin: Oneida
County. Sutton Road and
Camp Pinemere Road between
WIS 70 and Blue Lake Road. Mercer
This route connects with R-58. Lake
rail

Kawequesaga
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Lake

Surface: Unpaved, paved

To

portions
R-59 can be characterized as a
lightly traveled Northwoods
wilderness road. Along this route you will see log cabins used by
some of the original homesteaders in the Minocqua area. Sutton Road,
whose narrow roadbed is unpaved, travels through hard-wood and
pine forest offering frequent glimpses of native wildlife.

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R-60
Northeast Wisconsin:
Vilas County. County K, Northern Highland/American Legion
State Forest
between County N and White Sand
Lake
County M. White Birch
Lake
Lost Canoe
Map: R-60 online map Lake
Ballard
Lake

Length: 11.7 miles

Northern Highland/American Legion Little Star
Surface: Paved State Forest Lake

This winding route travels

through the Northern
Highland/American Legion State Forest. Canopies of coniferous and
hardwood trees enhance the scenic beauty of R-60 as it passes near
old logging camp sites, hiking trails and an old sawmill located in
Star Lake. The entire stretch of this scenic drive traverses heavily
wooded areas abundant with wildlife. R-60 offers frequent scenic
vistas of numerous, clear Northwoods lakes and dense forest land.

Rustic Road 60, Vilas County, Jeff Vaughan

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Along Rustic Road 61, Outagamie County, Kerry G. Hill

R-61
Northeast Wisconsin:
Outagamie County. County MM
between County M and WIS 76.
Map: R-61 online map lf Riv
er
Wo
Length: 3.3 miles
Surface: Paved
Many wooded areas, wetlands
and agricultural uses are adjacent
to the road’s 3.3-mile course.
R-61 crosses several streams and
stretches along several wetland
areas that are part of the Wolf
River watershed. Several large white pines can be spotted along this
road, often in combination with large stands of trees.

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R-74
Northeast
Wisconsin:
Florence County.
Ri
ley
Cr Morgan Lake
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On multiple town Po
pple

roads between Ri
ve
r

WIS 139 and Chequamegon-Nicolet

National Forest

County C near the Rock Creek Mud Lake

town of Fence.
Map: R-74 online map
Length: 32.5 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
Located within the scenic Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest,
R-74 abounds with deer, songbirds and other wildlife. R-74 passes
the former Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Camp Newald which
operated from 1933–1942. This route crosses the Popple River, a
designated Wisconsin “Wild River.” It is also near Morgan Lake
Campground which offers swimming, canoeing, fishing, picnicking,
nature viewing and access to ATV routes and trails.
Rustic Road 74, Florence County, Kerry G. Hill

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Rustic Road 77, Door County, Cassandra J. Raymond

R-77
Northeast Wisconsin: Door
County. County TT from the
Coast Guard Station running
northerly to the intersection
of Lake Michigan Drive.
Map: R-77 online map
Length: 3.5 miles
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Just south of the Door County

Coastal Byway, R-77 parallels
Lake Michigan with a Coast Guard station and lighthouse at its
southern end. Many types of trees including cedar, maple, white birch
and pine line the route. A municipal park is also located along R-77.
It was from this spot that Native Americans “portaged” from Lake
Michigan to Sturgeon Bay before the ship canal was constructed.

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R-78
Northeast Wisconsin: Lincoln
County. Tesch Road, beginning and Bill Cross
Wildlife Area
ending on County E.
Map: R-78 online map
Length: 4 miles

New
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions

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trees and across the New Wood River.

on
The northern portion of this route

sin R
iver
is adjacent to the Bill Cross Wildlife
Area which is home to eagles, ospreys,
deer, bear, wolves, mink and otter.
The traveler will see Copper School, an
historic one-room schoolhouse, at the
southern end of the road.

Rustic Road 78, Lincoln County, Dennis Schaefer

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R-97
Northeast Wisconsin:
Marinette County, town of Wolf Lake

Middle Inlet. Sweetheart

City and Creek roads
forming a loop off County
X near the intersection of
US 141 and County X.
Map: R-97 online map
Length: 5 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
A curvy, hilly route passing through many wooded areas that often
form a scenic canopy over the road, R-97 also offers some outstanding
agricultural vistas, abundant wildlife and a view of a small lake.

R-109
Northeast Wisconsin: Oconto
County. North Park Avenue Road,
beginning at County S in the city of
Oconto and ending at Maple School
Grove Road in the town of Little River.
Map: R-109 online map
Length: 2.3 miles
Surface: Paved
R-109 is referred to by some local
residents as “Wisconsin’s Everglades”
because the road runs through a
large complex of coastal wetlands
that ultimately connect to the Oconto
Marsh. Along some parts of the route, travelers will see majestic
cattails that line both sides of the road, as well as blue flag iris, swamp
milkweed, marsh fern and lowland grasses. In the middle of the
route, the trees lining the road form a graceful canopy. R-109 also has
a century-old farmstead visible from the road.

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 Rustic Road 113, Oconto County, Kerry G. Hill

R-113
Northeast Wisconsin: Oconto County.
Old 32 Road, between County W and
County F
Map: R-113 online map
Length: 9.4 miles
ail

Surface: Paved
State Tr

R-113 passes through the Chequamegon-

Nicolet

Nicolet National Forest where beautiful

wooded vistas teem with wildlife and
birds. A complementary feature is the
Mountain Fire Lookout Tower. It was built
in 1934 and is the only fire tower still
standing in the area. R-113 also provides
access to the Nicolet State Trail and cross Chequamegon-Nicolet
National Forest

country ski trails.

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R-118
Northeast Wisconsin: Forest
Kuffner Rd.

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Rat River Rd
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Length: 26.3 miles
Surface: Paved and unpaved portions
Located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, R-118 begins
in the historic logging town of Wabeno. The Knowles Creek
Impoundment and Interpretive Trail is accessible from County C. It
is a popular place to view owls, hawks, eagles, loons, waterfowl and
other wildlife. There is also a short interpretive trail. Indian Market
Road has natural vegetation, travels through the Forest County
Potawatomi community and crosses several creeks. R-118 is a prime
destination to view fall colors since it’s heavily wooded with maples,
oaks, pine and poplar. The Nicolet State Trail and the Nicolet-Wolf
River Scenic Byway are accessible from Wabeno.
Rustic Road 118, Forest County, Wanda Little

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R-119
Northeast Wisconsin: Door Washington
Lake Michigan

County. Beginning at the ferry

Harbor
Jackson
Harbor
docks and County W, this route
is comprised of various segments
of County W and numerous town
roads that hug the shoreline. There
is also a route through the middle West
Harbor
of Washington Island.
Map: R-119 online map Detroit
Harbor
Length: 27 miles
Surface: Paved
R-119 is located on Washington Island. Ferry service to the island
is available year-round from Northport Pier on the northern most
end of the Door County Coastal Byway. The south end of the route
is punctuated with sand dunes, forests and the occasional view of
the rocky shoreline of Lake Michigan. The limestone bluffs along
Mountain Road are part of the Niagara Escarpment. Gently rolling
Town Line and Airport roads pass by forests, lavender farms and
vineyards. Jackson Harbor Road, just past Main Road provides access to
Schoolhouse Beach, a unique stone beach. Little Lake Road is heavily
forested and provides access to People’s Park and the Jacobsen Museum.

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To nominate a new Rustic Road
The next Rustic Road could be the one that you put forward!

When considering a route, the Rustic Roads Board considers these

questions:
• Most importantly: Would you tell somebody to travel
out of their way to see this route?
• What is the overall quality of the Rustic characteristics
of the route?
• What is the probability that the road and surroundings
will stay in their current, unimproved state?

The nomination process starts at the local level.

To get involved, please use this QR code to access detailed online
resources on WisDOT’s web site:

Or contact
State Rustic Roads & Scenic Byways Coordinator
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Madison, WI 53707-7913
(608) 267-3614
WIRusticRoads@dot.wi.gov

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Rustic Roads Board
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Rustic Roads Board
is responsible for assisting in the establishment of the Rustic Roads
system by developing rules and standards and exercising final
approval authority for Rustic Road designation. The 10-member board
represents a broad geographic base within Wisconsin, as well as state,
county and local government and the general public.

Board members
Marion Flood, Chair, Stevens Point
Daniel Fedderly, Vice Chair, Boyceville
Senator Cory Tomczyk,
29th Senate District
Representative Nancy VanderMeer,
70th Assembly District
Ted Cushing, Hazelhurst
Reed Hall, Madison
Marty Krueger, Reedsburg
Dennis Schaefer, Pound
Rustic Road 123, Winnebego
Thomas Solheim, Madison
County, Holly Stevens
Rollie Thums, Rib Lake

Program Contact
State Rustic Roads and Scenic Byways
Coordinator
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 7913
Madison, WI 53707-7913
Phone: (608) 267-3614
WIRusticRoads@dot.wi.gov A Christmas gift created
by Molly Maahs for her
wisconsindot.gov/rusticroads grandmother, who has traveled
all of Wisconsin’s Rustic Roads

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What is a Rustic Road?
The Rustic Roads system in Wisconsin
was created by the 1973 State Legislature
in an effort to preserve Wisconsin’s scenic,
lightly traveled country roads for the leisurely
enjoyment of bikers, hikers and motorists.

To qualify for the Rustic Roads program,

a roadway must have outstanding natural
features along its borders. These might
include rugged terrain, native vegetation and wildlife or open areas
with agricultural vistas that make the road unique. The road should
be a lightly traveled, public access road. It should not be scheduled for
major improvements which would change its rustic characteristics.
A Rustic Road may be a dirt, gravel or paved road. It should be at least
two miles long with a maximum speed limit of 45 mph.

Unique brown and yellow signs mark the routes of all officially
designated Rustic Roads. Each road is numbered. To avoid confusion
with the state highway number, a letter “R” prefix is used with the
number—such as R-50 or R-120.

Rustic Road 1, Taylor County, Kerry G. Hill (below) and Rustic Road 60,
Vilas County, Jeff Vaughan (right)

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 Wisconsin
Lake Superior
Byway

Nicolet-Wolf River
Scenic Byway

Door County
Coastal Byway
Wisconsin
Great River Road

Lower Wisconsin
River Road

Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway

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Wisconsin Scenic Byways
Door County Coastal Byway
Lower Wisconsin River Road
Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway
Wisconsin Great River Road
Wisconsin Lake Superior Byway

Wisconsin’s Scenic Byways are just the ticket for exploring several of
our state’s scenic and natural resources. You will experience many
natural wonders including winding rivers, majestic lakes and bays,
rugged shorelines, breathtaking bluff-top views, rolling hills and
idyllic orchards, and farmlands and forests that are ablaze with color
in the fall.

This section highlights Wisconsin’s five formally designated Scenic

Byways, which range in length from 66 to 250 miles. It includes the
location and mileage of each route.

The byways offer a unique selection of things to do and see:

numerous parks and trails for hiking and biking, boat launches,
historic sites, visitor and learning centers, wildlife viewing areas, local
dining and shops and much more.

Door County Coastal Byway, Wisconsin Great River Road and

Wisconsin Lake Superior Byway are National Scenic Byways.
Wisconsin Great River Road is also an All-American Road. Additional
information about Wisconsin's Scenic Byways is included on the
listed websites.

Enjoy your journeys!

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Door County
Coastal Byway
The Grandview Overlook, Len Villano Photography

Door County boasts spectacular

scenery and views overlooking
Lake Michigan, Green Bay and
the Niagara Escarpment Bluffs,
Door County
including 300+ miles of shoreline. Coastal Byway
Visitors of all ages and abilities can
participate in passive and active
recreation and natural experiences
on land and water. Experience eclectic
dining, shopping, arts, entertainment,
history, wineries, breweries, and agri-tourism
venues. Hometown hospitality, rural charm in
quaint towns and villages – each with their own distinct personality,
plus a wide array of accommodations await you. Our welcome mat
is out and “Our Door is Always Open.”

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Door County Coastal
Byway -
National Scenic Byway
Location
Begins and ends at the junction of
WIS 42 and WIS 57 north of Sturgeon
Bay, forming a loop around the northern
Door County peninsula.

Length Washington Island Ferry, Door County

66 miles Coastal Byway Photography Partnerships

Roadway
WIS 42 and WIS 57 are two-lane
highways that follow Green Bay and
Northport
Lake Michigan. Gills Rock

Some Highlights Ellison Bay 42

Peninsula Players Theatre, Peninsula, NP

Newport and Whitefish Dunes state

parks, Cana Island Lighthouse
Sister Bay
Ephraim ZZ
Additional Information
doorcountycoastalbyway.org
doorcounty.com
Fish Creek 57 Q

www.facebook.com/ F

DoorCountyWisconsin Green Bay 42

Destination Door County Egg Harbor
EE
E E Baileys Harbor
  (800) 527-3529 T

info@doorcounty.com A
G
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Jacksonport
42 I 57
Lake Michigan
Valmy

P Institute
T

M Sturgeon Bay

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Lower Wisconsin
River Road
WIS 60 at US 61, Lower Wisconsin State Riverway Board

Historic river towns with

contemporary flair offer various
lodging options. Rich in history,
the byway holds many stories
of days gone by. From ancient
civilizations and unique burial
mounds to the routes of early
French explorers to lead miners
and pioneers, each community Lower Wisconsin
holds tales of the past. Discover River Road
the interactions with the Native
American people who lived on the land
for tens of thousands of years before
Marquette and Joliet first paddled the
waters of the Lower Wisconsin River in 1673.

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Lake Wisconsin
78
130 60
35 80 View23fromPrairie
Port
12
Andrews
du Sac 60 Lodi
Sauk City 90
GothamBoat Landing at Port 12
Mississippi River Port 113
Andrew Orion
61
Fish Creek Andrews 60 78
Wisconsin River Lone 14
27
Wauzeka
131 60 Rock Spring
Green
Prairie 130
du Chien 80 Madison

133
18

Lower Wisconsin River Road

Location
Begins at the intersection of I-90 and
WIS 60 near Lodi and ends at the junction of
WIS 35 (the Great River Road
All-American Road) in Bridgeport.

Length
100 miles

Roadway
WIS 60 is primarily a two-lane highway that
follows the Wisconsin River.

Some Highlights
Eagle watching, canoeing, angling, access
to state parks, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin,
unique community festivals including Susie
the Duck Days, Bob (Dylan) Fest, Morel
Mushroom Festival, Fur Trader Rendezvous View from Port Andrew Boat Landing
and more at Port Andrew, Lower Wisconsin
State Riverway Board
Additional Information
www.scenic60.com
www.facebook.com/Scenic60
Lower Wisconsin State Riverway Board
 (800) 221-3792, (608) 739-3188
mark.cupp@wisconsin.gov

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Nicolet-Wolf River
Scenic Byway
Nicolet-Wolf River northern lights, Jeffrey Keeble

The Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway connector

Scenic Byway
Byway traverses Wisconsin’s
Northwoods. The 145-mile
route includes views of the Wolf
River -- a protected National
Nicolet-Wolf River
Scenic Byway
Wild and Scenic River -- the
Chequamegon and Nicolet
National Forests, numerous
State Natural Areas, lakes, and
many other scenic areas. Along
this route there are a few rural and
tribal communities and small farms,
with limited development. The bulk of
the byway is located in Forest County, with
segments in Langlade, Oneida and Vilas Counties. The Nicolet-Wolf
River Byway strives to highlight the geological, historical, cultural,
ecological and recreational diversity of Northeastern Wisconsin.

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Nicolet-Wolf River
Scenic Byway
Nelma
Location
The byway’s most southern point Alvin
begins in Langlade County and the most 70
northern point starts in the Town of Alvin
in Forest County. The byway includes WIS
55
Pine Rive
r
70, WIS 55, WIS 52, and WIS 32. Military Military Road
Road is a byway connector.
Chequamegon-
Length Nicolet National
Forest 139
145 miles
32
Hiles
Roadway
NN O
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WIS 70, WIS 55, WIS 52, and WIS 32.

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Some Highlights Crandon Laona
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Forest County
Densely forested, winding roads, Potawatomi
Community

exceptional views, streams and rivers, Sokaogon

Chippewa Padus
canoe routes, old Civil War supply route,
Community

Mole Lake W
unique attractions, thriving habitat Q
Wabeno

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www.facebook.com/
Lily
NicoletWolfRiverScenicByway
Visit Forest County 52 Hollister
  (715) 478-3450
Langlade
mary.visitforestcounty@gmail.com
64

Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway in the midst

of winter, Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway

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Wisconsin
Great River Road
Great River Road in Wisconsin - view from Maiden Rock Bluff, Jay Olson

The only Wisconsin route to enjoy

additional distinction as an All-
American Road National Scenic
Byway, the Great River Road winds
250 miles between the bluffs and
the Mississippi River. Wisconsin’s Wisconsin
longest byway boasts countless Great River Road
magnificent views and numerous
opportunities for hiking, biking and
boating. Resident songbirds, waterfowl,
shorebirds and raptors make it a great
place for bird watching.

Steeped in history, the byway’s 33 river towns welcome visitors with

19th century architecture and distinctive, tourist-friendly businesses.
Museums, historical markers and interpretive centers tell the tale of
people who lived and worked along the mighty Mississippi. This is the
"Mississippi River Coast of Wisconsin!"

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Prescott
35 63
72 12
Diamond Bluff Bay City 10
Hager City
Maiden Rock 94
85
Wisconsin Great Stockholm
Pepin 37
River Road - Nelson 35
88
Alma
All-American Road Buffalo
Cochrane
95 53
City 93
Fountain Centerville
Location City

Begins at the junction of US 10 and WIS 35 Trempealeau 35 Holmen

90
in Prescott, follows WIS 35 south to Kieler. Mississippi River Midway
Onalaska
La Crosse 33
Length
Stoddard
250 miles 162
14
Genoa 56
Roadway Victory
82
De Soto
WIS 35 is primarily a two-lane winding road Ferryville
with some passing lanes and pullouts for 171
Lynxville
scenic outlooks and historical markers. ive
r
nR
35 c o nsi
Wis 60
Some Highlights
Prairie du Chien
Mississippi River State Trail, Lock & Dam Wyalusing 18
61
#4 and #6, Prescott Visitor Center and the Bagley 35
Potosi Brewery Museum Glen Haven
81
Cassville Tennyson
Additional Information Potosi
Dickeyville
www.wigrr.com Kieler
35
www.facebook.com/
WIGreatRiverRoad/
www.explorelacrosse.com
La Crosse Area Convention &
Visitors Bureau
  (800) 658-9424

Riverboat cruise – Prairie du Chien Bridge, Sherry Quamme

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Lake Superior Byway
Relaxing in the park at the harbor in Bayfield, Bayfield County Tourism

As its name implies, the shoreline

of Lake Superior serves as Wisconsin
the exceptional backdrop of Lake Superior
Wisconsin’s northernmost Scenic Byway
Byway. Nearly half a million acres
of forested land, abundant wildlife
and spring-fed trout streams
complement scenic harbor towns,
art galleries, orchards and berry
farms, sand beaches, brownstone cliffs,
and the homelands of the Red Cliff Band
of Lake Superior Chippewa.

Cultural and natural resources are preserved on the 21 islands and 12

miles of mainland shoreline that comprise the Apostle Islands National
Lakeshore and Gaylord Nelson Wilderness Area. Ten lighthouses,
visible from Lake Superior, put a spotlight on this northern gem.

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Byway - National Scenic
Byway
Location
Begins at the junction of US 2 and WIS
13, follows WIS 13 around the peninsula in
northern Bayfield County and ends at
County H in Douglas County.

Length
70 miles

Roadway
WIS 13 is a two-lane highway that follows
the shore of Lake Superior.

Some Highlights Kayaking along sea caves at

Apostle Islands in Bayfield,
Apostle Islands Headquarters, Big Top Travel Wisconsin
Chautauqua, Frog Bay Tribal National Park,
Madeline Island Ferry, Northern Great Lakes
Visitor Center

Additional Information
www.lakesuperiorbyway.org
www.travelbayfieldcounty.com
www.facebook.com/lakesuperiorbyway
Apostle Islands
Bayfield County Tourism National Lakeshore
  (715) 373-6125
info@lakesuperiorbyway.org Red Cliff Indian
13 Reservation

Red Cliff
Bad River Indian
Lake Superior Cornucopia J Reservation
Bayfield
Herbster
J
H

13 Port Wing
C
13 Lake Superior
A
Chequamegon-Nicolet
B National Forest Washburn
H
Chequamegon Bad River Indian
Bay Reservation
B Barksdale
2
Ashland
2

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Program information
Wisconsin’s Scenic Byways Program is a cooperative effort between
the state and local communities to identify some of our most scenic
and historic state and local highway corridors. Started in 2005, it is
part of a broader effort to encourage tourism and economic growth.

To qualify as a Scenic Byway, a roadway must be a non-interstate

highway segment at least 30 miles long. The route should offer
outstanding scenic views or historic resources along with recreation
and cultural amenities.

To achieve state Scenic Byway designation, applicants must complete

a two-step process: a resource assessment, followed by the
completion of a corridor management plan and attainment of
resolutions of support from local governments.

A state Scenic Byway can potentially be designated a National Scenic

Byway or All-American Road, bringing additional recognition and
promotional opportunities. Designated Scenic Byways benefit from
special signage and promotional efforts.

For program or application information: Please visit the WisDOT

website at wisconsindot.gov/scenicbyways

Have Questions?
State Scenic Byways and Rustic Roads Coordinator
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 7913
Madison, WI 53707-7913
  (608) 267-3614
WIScenicByways@dot.wi.gov
wisconsindot.gov/scenicbyways

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Coastal Byway
Driving curvy Highway 42 at the tip of the
Door County Coastal Byway, Destination
Door County

Wisconsin
Great River Road
"Oktoberfest Royalty" - honoring the
wonderful tradition of this magnificent
annual festival - La Crosse and Wisconsin
Great River Road, Travel Wisconsin

Nicolet-Wolf
River Scenic
Byway
Winter on the Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic
Byway, Nicolet-Wolf River Scenic Byway

Lower Wisconsin
River Road
Lower Wisconsin River Road in
Crawford County, Mark Cupp

Wisconsin Lake
Superior Byway
Spending some quality time at one of the
many sand beaches on the Lake Superior
shoreline, Travel Wisconsin

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