Near Brady's Bluff Trail - East
A winter sun sets over the goat prairie switchback on the Brady's Bluff Trail.
Near Brady's Bluff Trail - East
Soak up this view from the shelter area at the top of Brady's Bluff Trail.
Near Brady's Bluff Trail - East
A switchback cuts through a goat prairie on Brady's Bluff Trail.
Near Brady's Bluff Trail - East
The trail is steep heading down from the top of Brady's Bluff.

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Brady's Bluff Trail - East

5.0 (1 Rating)
A singletrack trail that winds through ravines before switchbacking through a goat prairie that leads to the summit.
0.9
mi
Distance
548
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsSpringViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
This trail is inside Perrot State Park so you'll need a Wisconsin Parks day or annual pass to access it.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.87mi
Distance
548ft
Elevation Gain
78ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
1,172ft
High Point
701ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts at the Brady's Bluff East Trailhead that is adjacent to the Park Headquarters/Ranger building. It is one of the more popular trails in the park due to its easy access and the stunning vista at the peak.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Rick M