Photo: Wisconsin DNR
Named in honor of baseball legend Hank Aaron, this trail provides a continuous connection between American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, and the Lake Michigan lakefront. The Hank Aaron State Trail also links to famous Milwaukee landmarks such as the Ward Theatre on the grounds of the Historic Soldiers Home, the Wisconsin State Fair Park and the Pettit National Ice Center.
Quick answers
When is the best time to visit Hank Aaron State Trail?
It depends on what you came for. Biking is best in May–June and September–October; cross-country skiing in January–February; and snowshoeing in January–February.
What can you do at Hank Aaron State Trail in each season?
Winter (December–February): hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Spring (March–May): hiking and biking. Summer (June–August): hiking and biking. Fall (September–November): hiking and biking.
Do you need a state park sticker at Hank Aaron State Trail?
No. Hank Aaron State Trail doesn't require a vehicle sticker or a state trail pass.
What state parks and trails are near Hank Aaron State Trail?
The closest state properties, as the crow flies: Lakeshore State Park (1 mi), Havenwoods State Forest (7 mi) and Kettle Moraine State Forest – Loew Lake Unit (25 mi).
Good for
- Biking
- Hiking
- Snowshoeing
- Cross-country skiing
Best months
January · February · May · June · September · October
Visiting
- Admission: A state trail pass is not required on the trail.
- Hours: The trail is open year-round.
- Phone: 414-274-4281
Nearby
- Lakeshore State Park (1 mi)
- Havenwoods State Forest (7 mi)
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Loew Lake Unit (25 mi)
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Lapham Peak Unit (25 mi)
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Mukwonago River Unit (28 mi)
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Text and park details on this page come from the property's DNR pages, checked every Monday; last change October 24, 2026. Closures and notices load live. Check current conditions before you go.