Official overview
What the park agency lists.
The City lists Hixon Forest as a mapped trail system at the Old Quarry Road trailhead. The Hixon Forest Trail System can be reserved through the Parks Department.
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La Crosse
Hixon Forest
A large bluffland forest with natural-surface routes for hiking and biking, including connections toward Grandad Bluff and wide views over La Crosse.
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Community feedback
What the community says.
These are dated, neutral themes from public visitor feedback. They are not a Coulee Region Parks Guide rating or a personal visit report.
- Visitors describe an interconnected network of easy-to-intermediate trails with scenic bluff and city views.
- Public reviews repeatedly mention the natural setting, wildlife sightings, and opportunities for hiking, biking, and a walk with older children.
- Summer visitors also flag mosquitoes and basic restroom conditions as practical considerations.
Good to know: Bring water and bug spray, and expect natural terrain rather than a paved or fully serviced park walk.
Themes checked July 2026 from Google reviews via Wanderlog.
Verified features
What is available at this park.
- Hixon Forest trail map
- Natural-surface forest trails
- Old Quarry Road trailhead
- Reservable Hixon Forest Trail System
Before you go
Practical details
- Address
- 2600 Old Quarry Road, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Official source
- City of La Crosse trails
- Map location
- Get directions
- Community feedback
- Review themes checked July 2026