Monches/Hwy K parking lot

Spacious lot for parking. Good place to go south on the IAT Monches Segment or north on the IAT Loew Lake Segment. I hiked north this time and was in awe of its beauty and diversity. The trail winds through a variety of ecosystems. I saw several deer, or perhaps the same deer four times. The trail is well-maintained and easy to follow. There are plenty of spaces with benches to stop and take in the scenery. I would highly recommend starting this trail early so you have more time to slow down or stop and enjoy your surroundings.

I went on this path in May, when all the greenery around this area started to bud and bloom. It was a very gorgeous and scenic hike, full of dirt paths, tiny lakes, and beautiful orioles who flew overhead.
I’d recommend this trail to any person who loves the outdoors.

I love this trail 👣, it doesn't matter what time of the year is,. Right now if your going for a hike be sure to bring with you cleats for your shoes, the trail are cover with ice

Its a parking lot. Large gravel lot with space for 30 cars on the gravel, 40 if you get creative. Leads to a beautiful section of the Ice Age trail.

Go south for an uninterrupted 3 miles through moderately easy terrain (after you get past the initial challenging hill) which turns into single track about 1.5 miles in where you cross the river on a beautiful bridge.

Go north for a trail that briefly silhouettes the river, outlines a field, overlaps Emerald Drive for a half mile, and then provides beautiful views of Holy Hill.

Parking lot is well maintained, gravel. Trail maps available at trailhead sometimes.
Head North for Loew Lake unit; starting in pine forest, along the Oconomowoc River, a bridge, and then inland along the ridge. Head South (sw of the intersection) for Monches unit; through oak forest hills before hitting a wood bridge over the river about 2 miles in, then following the river or ridge. Trail does not loop, but is wide, clear and has good signage (posts, yellow tree markers, couple interpretative signs).