La Crosse Nature Guide
A one-stop resource of outdoor places for nature connections in La Crosse County
Van Loon Wildlife Area
Hiking/Walking
Cross Country Skiing
Canoeing
Location / Access
Trailhead - McGilvray "Seven Bridges" Rd
Address:
N8327 Amsterdam Prairie Rd
Holmen, WI 54636
(Lat-Longitude: 44.021264, -91.306064)
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Directions:
From La Crosse, take WI-16 to US-53 N in Onalaska. Follow US-53 N to Old Wisconsin 93 Trunk N in Holland. Continue to Amsterdam Prairie Rd (about 1.5 miles)
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Map View of Location
Parking:
There is a gravel parking lot at the start of the trail.
Overview of Parking & Trail Access
Accessible By Public Transport?
No
Site Information
Dominant Features
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Biodiversity Rating: 5/5
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Trail Map - Van Loon Wildlife Area (click for map)
courtesy of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Terrain:
Uneven
Unpaved
Brief, moderate incline to access trail
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Difficulty:
Easy
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Pets Allowed on Leash
Must be leashed April 15-July 31
Additional Notes:
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Camping (primitive)
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Fishing/Hunting
Trees
Water
Features
Property Management and Link to More Information:
Van Loon Wildlife Area is owned by the Wisconsin DNR and trails are maintained by the Friends of McGilvray Rd. More information here.
