HIKE AT SILVER SPRINGS STATE PARK, 8 miles

THIS IS THE SECOND ENTRANCE OFF OF FOX ROAD!!

MEET AT THE PAVILION THAT IS LOCATED JUST INSIDE THE ENTRANCE CLOSEST TO FOX RIVER ROAD AND FOX ROAD. ONCE YOU TURN INTO THE DRIVE, IT WILL BE ON THE RIGHT, QUICKLY.

Plan for muddy, icy or snow covered trails!

One single loop of the entire map will estimate about a 4 mile hike. I intend to do it twice...so, you have your choice of doing the 4 mile or 8 mile, maybe more!

A pool of clear bubbling water which sparkles like silver on sunny days provides the basis for the name of Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area. Even on extremely cold days, this pool does not freeze, and visitors marvel at the bordering beds of watercress. Majestic oaks and prairie grasslands provide a panorama of natural beauty to park visitors. The Fox River runs through this picturesque area which is also home to several small man-made lakes. A natural prairie restoration project gives visitors a feeling of the original landscape with native wildflowers, songbirds, waterfowl and upland game. Picnicking, fishing and hiking are popular pastimes in summer, with ice fishing, sledding, ice skating and cross-country ski trails available for the winter sports lover. For relaxing, exercising or just enjoying nature, Silver Springs is the perfect getaway location.

BRING PLENTY OF DRINKING WATER AND A SNACK

DRESS APPROPRIATELY FOR THE WEATHER, LAYERS MAY BE A GOOD IDEA

WHERE COMFORTABLE HIKING OR WALKING SHOES...WATERPROOF IS A VERY GOOD IDEA RIGHT NOW

TRACTION DEVICES ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED-If there is ice you'll likely struggle and be slower than the rest of us without them.