Near University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Cofrin Arboretum
Mahlon Creek
Near University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Cofrin Arboretum
Mahlon Woods Trail in the Cofrin Arboretum
Near University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Cofrin Arboretum
Exposed rock of the Niagara Escarpment. Part of the Cofrin Arboretum at UWGB
Near University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Cofrin Arboretum
View of the Green Bay looking North. Part of the Cofrin Arboretum trail system at UWGB
Near University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Cofrin Arboretum
Paved Perimeter loop of the Cofrin Arboretum

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University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Cofrin Arboretum

4.0 (2 Ratings)
A tour of the nature preserve on the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Campus.
4.8
mi
Distance
242
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlySpringViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.76mi
Distance
242ft
Elevation Gain
242ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
742ft
High Point
584ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This is a very beautiful hike in on the university campus. The arboretum is a nature preserve that surrounds the campus. In the summer, you can enjoy the lush green forest surroundings and wildlife. In the fall, the colors will astonish. You can see various birds (cardinals, robins, morning doves, wild turkey, finches, etc.), critters (chipmunks, squirrels, etc.), and deer. There are a number of ponds to go past and even an adorable little chapel. On the eastern portion of the hike is one of the main highlights, the Niagara, which is a natural rock formation that runs along the US and Canada.The main drawback is that the city is never far away on this hike. You can constantly hear the noise of nearby cars and highways. However, it is still nice to get into what feels like a forest in the middle of an urban atmosphere. As you come to the north/nothwest portion, you'll abut the golf course that is also on campus, and the trail takes a distinctly urban feel. The best parts are on the southern and eastern sections that wind through the woods.

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Contributors
Jonathan Gigot