Two children in biking attire are standing next to a sign for the Paul Sandgren Recreational Trail. They are both giving thumbs up, with bicycles leaning against the sign. The background features green trees and foliage, indicating a natural outdoor setting. Oak Hill mountain bike trail.
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Level: Beginner
Length: 5 mi (8 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Loop
Elevation: +67/ -66 ft
Total: 14 riders
 

Mountain Biking Oak Hill

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#103 of 388 mountain bike trails in Wisconsin
#4,996 in the world

Welcome to the Oak Hill Trail: a moderately technical, though fairly flat, ride along the west side of the Menomonee River. Very scenic and mostly singletrack.

This trail system was improved by and is maintained by Metro Mountain Bikers in association with Milwaukee County Parks. Metro Mountain Bikers are the Milwaukee chapter of International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA). Metro Mountain Bikers are dedicated to promoting and preserving environmentally responsible mountain biking opportunities. This trail is one of a system of free trails being developed in Milwaukee County by Metro Mountain Bikers.

Trails are free and open to the public from dawn until 10 PM but may be closed for special events.

Trails are designed for use by mountain bikes. Make sure you have the appropriate equipment and skills to use these trails. Helmet use is STRONGLY recommended.

First added by Chris Chambers on Sep 5, 2016. Last updated Apr 22, 2020. → add an update
Before you go
  • Drinking water: unknown
  • Lift service: unknown
  • Night riding: unknown
  • Pump track: unknown
  • Restrooms: unknown
  • Fat bike grooming: unknown
  • E-bikes allowed: unknown
  • Fee required: unknown
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Getting there
Trail head is on the West side of the Menomonee River. Park North of Capitol Dr on the Menomonee River Parkway. You will see a trail thru the grass next to the bridge, after you cross the bridge there is a trailhead with a sign.


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  • hollyanne99
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    I'd call this an intermediate trail because of how tight/twisty it is between the trees and your likelihood of clipping a tree. There is not much elevation change, and most of it is smooth. It's a loop system with Oak Hill 3 being the outermost loop (with an add on out and back Oak Hill 4 section that sometimes isn't well maintained, but has the best downhill curve where you could fly into the river if you don't control it!) It's a nice urban trail, sometimes with a couple hikers. It does not dry out well, so avoid after rain. You can link it to the unofficial Tosa connector MTB trail that goes to Hoyt Park by taking the parkway across Hwy 100 and jumping onto the connector trail.

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  • Sterli12
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    liked the course, not too hard, but I would say better than a beginner course. Enjoyed it!

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  • William Dussault
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    The trail is great for a short 30-45 minute ride after work or to unwind. It routinely gets very muddy and flooded after rain. A few more wooden tracks in the chronically muddy areas would be fantastic.

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  • Collin Buth
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    Fun trails. Not too intense of a work out. not much climbing to be found because these trails are practically in the city.

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  • Matthew Bonner
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    This trail is great for a quick after-work ride to unwind. The short, low-grade climbs and descents let you pick up the pace, and the little creek crossings let you cool down. This is a very pretty, mellow trail.

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  • Chris Chambers   ✓ supporter
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    Fun twisty singletrack with a couple stream crossings, bridges, small logs and short climbs. Well marked and fun! Runs along the river and is scenic.

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