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Wisconsin has so much to offer for everyone, including those who like to get "off the beaten path". Our DW producers has traveled more trails across the state then anyone, and now they give you the guide to the best trails the state has to offer.
Favorite Biking Trails
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Elroy-Sparta State Trail
A delightful 32 mile ride that includes a three century-old railway tunnels and a succession of friendly, small towns.
Click here for more information on the Elroy-Sparta trail visit
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Peninsula State Park
From scenic bayside trails at sunset to family rides on the hard surfaced routes surrounding the outer rings of the park, Penisula State Park has a biking trail for everyone, including you hardcore bikers who tackle the inner park trails.
For more info on Peninsula State Park visit
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Kettle Moraine State Forest—Northern Unit
The Northern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest is located 45 minutes north of Milwaukee, two trails offer riders beautiful scenics and challenging rides, as they work there way through a forest that is internationally known for its unique glacial features.
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Gandy Dancer State Trail
This county-operated 98-mile multi-use trail crosses the Wisconsin/Minnesota border twice on its way from St. Croix Falls to Superior. A highlight is the 520-foot bridge over the scenic St. Croix River near Danbury.
For more information about the Gandy Dancer State Trail
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Glacial Drumlin State Trail
Developed in 1986, the Glacial Drumlin State Trail
is one of Wisconsin’s best bike trails. Starting in Cottage Grove, the trail goes east for 52 miles where it ends in the Fox River Sanctuary in Waukesha.
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"400" State Trail
Opened in June of 1993, the "400" State Trail is a 22-mile rail bed trail between Elroy and Reedsburg. It connects to the Elroy-Sparta, Hillsboro, and Omaha Trails. Some of the features encountered along the ride include, rock outcroppings, wetlands and beautiful rolling countrysides along the Baraboo River.
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Mountain-Bay Trail
A county-operated 83-mile rail bed trail that passes through a wide variety of landscapes between the Wausau and Green Bay areas. Named for two geological features it connects - Rib Mountain in Marathon County and Green Bay in Brown County - the trail is built on the former Chicago and Northwestern right-of-way.
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Kettle Moraine State Forest—John Muir Trail
This trail system offers 5 different loops each varying in length and difficulty. So from the youngest beginner to the most avid professional, 20 miles of trail offers some of the best off-road biking in the Midwest.
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For more great information on all types of trails visit ustrailmaps.com
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July, 2009
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The Velvet Lips Lounge - Fort Atkinson
I love Fort Atkinson - the Fireside Dinner Theatre, the Hoard Historical Museum, and the quaint downtown shops. Well now there is one more reason to discover this charming city on the Rock River – Velvet Lips Lounge Bar & Grill. I don’t know that, visually speaking, there is another restaurant like it in the whole state. First of all, it’s on the basement floor of one of the renovated buildings in downtown Fort. Second, where else will you find this: Bright pink carpeting with brown leopard spot, an enormous fireplace, a snakeskin couch, two classic antique leather pocket pool tables, some purple walls, some old stone walls, and these incredibly gorgeous crystal chandeliers you’d find in a Trump Tower Building. Somehow, the owners pull it all off. And did I mention, on the two floors above the restaurant you can host private parties and functions with a view of downtown Fort Atkinson that’s hard to beat. And in good weather, they have outdoor dining along the Rock River. The Discover Wisconsin crew and I dined their three times, and at each visit were treated with a friendly staff, and great food. Velvet Lips is open for lunch and dinner, and serves classic American fare with a twist. I tried the Steak Diane, a peppercorn crusted Sirloin Steak topped with a brandy mustard cream sauce, and the Wild Mushroom Ravioli, served in a basil pesto alfredo cream sauce, topped with pine nuts and parmesan cheese. So, if you want to discover a Restaurant that is definitely one of a kind, put Velvet Lips in Fort Atkinson on your list.
The Velvet Lips
10 South Water Street
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 562-lips
www.velvetlipslounge.com
Open for lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every day
Dinners Monday-Saturday
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