Trail description: 22-mile rail trail from Elroy to Reedsburg gets its name from the train service that ran on the former railroad taking 400 minutes to go from Chicago to the Twin Cities.
The 400 Trail is the southernmost link in a chain of four trails totaling about 100 miles. To the northwest lies the Elroy-Sparta Trail and three others leading to the Mississippi. Another trail, the Omaha Trail, heads north from Elroy to Camp Douglas. At Union Center the Hillsboro State Trail runs to Hillsboro, 4 miles west. Access fee:State Trail Pass is required for bicyclists Towns along the trail: Elroy, Union Center, Wonewoc, La Valle, Reedsburg (pop 5,800) Web site:400 State Trail Trail map: Available on the trail's website Trail surface: Packed limestone dust Designated activities: Horseback riding (from Wonewoc to La Valle), bicycling, walking, snowmobiling Facilities on the trail: Each of the towns has food service, restrooms and food service. Points of interest: The trail runs along the Baraboo River, crossing it 11 times. Lodging: Elroy and Reedsburg have several choices of accommodations. Camping: Schultz Park south of Elroy and Legion Park in Wonewoc have several sites. Bike shops: Rentals and repairs available in three towns along the trail Weather forecast:Camp Douglas Tourism info:Elroy Commons Tourist Info | Reedsburg Area Chamber Getting to the trail: Elroy Commons trailhead is at 303 Railroad St. Reedsburg trailhead is on the south side of town at at the intersection of Railroad and Walnut streets. Map of local region:Elroy | Union Center | Wonewoc | La Valle | Reedsburg
Trail name: 400 State Trail Times biking the trail: Once Date of last visit: July, 2004 Sections that I biked: The entire length My favourite sections of the trail: All of them. It's a great trail, paved all the way, through small towns. Best time to go: Probably sping, summer, and fall Trail marking: Very good Trail maintenance: Very good Rating: 5 stars What I liked: Smooth paved surface, well signed, easy to follow, good scenery. What I disliked: Nothing Comments: I was on a trip from Chicago to Sheboygan, WI and this trail fit right in. I was surprised how well it was maintained. Submitted by: Bob Kastigar from: Chicago, Illinois Date submitted: July 7, 2004
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Trail name: 400 State Trail Times biking the trail: Once Date of last visit: Sept, 2002 Sections that I biked: End to end, Reedsburg to Elroy. My favourite sections of the trail: The entire trail is very scenic with a balance between open prairie and farmland with just the right amount of shade. No part stands out, while no part disappoints. Best time to go: Summer, Fall could be scenic, as well. Trail marking: Very good Trail maintenance: Very good Rating: 4 stars What I liked: This trail is scenic, flat, and without any dangerous stretches. It is a very comfortable ride and it connects directly with the Elroy-Sparta Trail. What I disliked: I thought that the Baraboo River would actually be more than a narrow creek! Comments: All of the little towns along the way offer a restroom and water. The trail is well marked and maintained. It's worth starting in Reedsburg if you plan on riding the Elroy-Sparta Trail. Submitted by: Brent Cohrs from: Bartlett, Illinois Date submitted: July 9, 2003
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