Kettle Morain South Trail Head
Dousman, Wisconsin
Camp, Cross Country Ski, Hike, and Swim
The John Muir Trails combined with the Emma Carlin Trails via a connector trail system offers over 30 miles of connected mostly single-track trails in the Southern Unit of Kettle Moraine State Forest.
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WI Kettle Moraine South John Muir Trails - Trailville
John Muir and Emma Carlin Mountain Bike Trails - Kettle Moraine State Forest - Southern Unit
https://www.trailville.com/wiki/WI_Kettle_Moraine_South_John_Muir_TrailsBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Dousman, Wisconsin
- Head west on Elm St toward N Main St (62 ft)
- Turn left onto N Main St (0.3 mi)
- Turn left onto E Ottawa Ave (0.6 mi)
- Turn right onto WI-67 S (5.7 mi)
- Turn left onto Kettle Moraine Scenic DrDestination will be on the left(177 ft)
The John Muir Trailhead is located just north of the town of LaGrange, WI on County Road H (Kettle Moraine Drive). Take State Highway 12 to County Road H (Kettle Moraine Drive). Go North on H about a mile and a half to the trailhead on the West side of the road. There is a large sign designating the entrance. The Emma Carlin Trailhead is located about 10 miles northwest of the John Muir Trailhead on County Road Z
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