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The Hiking Trail Hiding In Milwaukee That Will Transport You To Another World

Milwaukee is a big city, but urban life is here is full of nature. We have over 150 county parks, dozens of trails, and a lake that is greater than all the rest. Check out this trail tucked away in South Milwaukee that transports you to a beautiful hideaway that feels far away, while still being close to home.

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Welcome to Seven Bridges Trail! Kyle H. / Yelp Tucked away in Grant Park lives Seven Bridges: a man-made trail that is simply out of this world.



Seven Bridges is part of the Milwaukee County Parks system, and features trails weaving in and out of Grant Park. The Seven Bridges State Trail is a roughly 1-mile man-made loop. This trail dates back to the 1900s. A M. / Yelp Frederick C. Wulff, who served as the first Superintendent of Horticulture for the Milwaukee parks, lived on the land, and built the foundation for what is now the Seven Bridges Trail. There are limestone staircases, footbridges, and more! emily jean / Flickr Allison K. / Yelp The 1-mile loop that makes up the majority of the trail features footbridges and limestone staircases, making this trail a unique mixture of made-made and natural land. Beneath the bridges, a ravine has formed. If you get brave enough you can jump across the limestone rocks! The trail especially comes to life in the autumn. emily jean / Flickr emily jean / Flickr The trail breaks off into several other trails, such as the famous Oak Leaf Trail. Whether you're looking for a long hike or a leisurely stroll around this loop, Seven Bridges is always one beautiful place to start. And it leads to the breathtaking Grant Park Beach. Jason J. / Yelp A M. / Yelp At the end of your hike, kick back and relax upon the beach of Lake Michigan. Grant Park Beach offers views of the lake and a serene hideaway unlike any other. Seven Bridges is truly a world of it's own. Melissa N. / Yelp Whether it's just you or the whole family, this is one hike that you simply cannot miss. From the limestone rocks to the endless footbridges, this is one trail to get lost in time and time again.

Grant Park is located at 100 Hawthorne Avenue in South Milwaukee. If you take the east entrance off of South Lake Drive and Park Avenue and follow the road to a covered bridge, you’ll find the entrance to Seven Bridges. The trail is open during regular park hours.

Where do you go to get away from city life? What’s your favorite trail? Let us know in the comments!