Brunet Island State Park
Trail Descriptions
Jean Brunet Nature Trail

The Jean Brunet Nature Trail is accessible for people with disabilities.
DNR Photo
The
Jean Brunet Nature Trail is a self-guided walking trail with signs
along the trail describing the history and nature of the area. This 0.8-mile trail dramatically demonstrates the incredible variety in nature that we sometimes take for granted. This trail starts near the main bridge to the island. A 500-foot segment of the trail is paved for handicap accessibility, with a cul-de-sac and table provided at the end for fishing and picnicking.
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
Just under two miles of the Ice Age Trail pass through Brunet Island State Park on the west side of the Chippewa River. From the park, the trail goes northwest 17 miles to the Chippewa Moraine Ice Age National Scientific Reserve. The trail continues east from the park into the town of Cornell.
Nordic Trail
The Nordic Trail, on the mainland, is open to hikers and cross-country skiers. The trail starts at the park office and
leads you along a scenic tour of the Fisher River and over a variety of
glacial terrain. The trail is divided into a short loop and a long loop for a total of 4.3 miles of trail..
It is groomed for classical skiing during the winter. The trail includes
orientation signs to guide you, and there are benches along the way where
you can rest and enjoy the quiet.
Old Abe Trail Link
There is a 1-mile hike/bike only trail link from the park entrance
to the Old Abe State Trail, which
runs from Cornell to Chippewa Falls. A state trail
pass is required to use the Old Abe State Trail for all bikers and in-line skaters age
16 and older.
Pine Trail
The Pine Trail is in an area enclosed by
the loop of the park road. The Pine trail meanders through a Red (Norway)
Pine plantation.
Spruce Trail
The Spruce Trail follows along the Fisher River from the Pine
Trail to the picnic area.
Timber Trail
The Timber Trail is also in an area enclosed by
the loop of the park road. The Timber trail links the north campground to the beach
and picnic areas. This trail leads the hiker through majestic strands of
mature Hemlock and young strands of Aspen.
Last Revised: Tuesday January 17 2012
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