Kettle Moraine State Forest
Kettle Moraine State Forest is an easy 30+ miles off-road trail near Campbellsport, WI, best run April - November. No gear is marked required; All-terrain tires and 4WD helpful are recommended. A stock high-clearance 4x4 can run it; check the gear list before you go.
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Kettle Moraine State Forest preserves Wisconsin's most dramatic glacial terrain, where Ice Age formations create a rolling, hilly landscape unique in the Midwest. Easy forest trails wind through oak savannas, prairie remnants, and between glacial kettles and moraines that tell the story of continental ice sheets. Within easy reach of Milwaukee, this is an accessible introduction to off-road exploring in a geologically fascinating setting.
Fun Facts
Kettle Moraine was shaped by glaciers during the last Ice Age, roughly 10,000-20,000 years ago.
Kettles are depressions left by melting ice blocks; moraines are ridges of glacial debris.
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail, one of only 11 National Scenic Trails, runs through the forest.
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Closest campgrounds to Kettle Moraine State Forest:
- Mauthe Lake Campground · Campbellsport · 3 mi (straight-line)
- New Prospect Horseriders Campground · Campbellsport · 3 mi (straight-line)
- Long Lake Campground · Cascade · 6 mi (straight-line)
Straight-line distance. Check the map for drive time.
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WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Stock rigs can usually run this trail, but the right tire size and fitment make it more enjoyable.
Tire Size Calculator
Convert tire sizes and compare diameter differences before you swap.
Verify your stock tires meet minimum clearance for this trail.
Gear Ratio Calculator
Find the right gear ratio after lifting or upsizing tires.
Re-gear after a tire upgrade to restore trail torque and MPG.
Wheel Fitment Calculator
Calculate backspacing and offset so wider wheels clear your suspension.
Ensure any wheel upgrade clears your factory suspension.