Cross-Country Skiing The Kickapoo Valley Reserve maintains approximately 10 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails for both classic and skate skiing. The five miles of the Old Highway 131 Trail provide an excellent opportunity to experience the solitude and beauty of the Reserve. Other groomed trails include the Dam Trail, Old Harris Road Trail and Star Valley Road. Additional trails may be groomed as time permits. The more adventurous are welcomed to make their own tracks into the wild. NOTE: Skiers may not ski on the snowmobile trail. Cross-Country Ski Condition Report Snowmobiling A segment of Wisconsin's self-funded snowmobile trail system winds its way through the Reserve. A local snowmobile club grooms and maintains the trail from December 15 through March 31, snow cover permitting. Enjoy the Reserve's scenic ridges and valleys by snowmobile, the only motorized vehicle allowed to operate on Reserve lands. Snowmobile enthusiasts are required to stay on the designated snowmobile trail. Snowmobile Trail Status Snowshoeing & Winter Hiking Snowshoe enthusiasts and winter hikers are welcome to explore the hidden wonders of the Reserve. There are not designated nor groomed snowshoe trails, although the summer trail system is easy to follow in the winter. NOTE: Use the ungroomed edge when walking on the snowmobile trail or on the groomed cross-country ski trails. Enjoy the unbeatable scenery, visit the ice caves, and get the workout of a lifetime! Winter Hiking & Snowshoeing Etiquette 
Fat Tire Bike (Non-motorized pedal bike, tires 3.7-5 inches, 10 psi or lower) There are approximately 8 miles of fat tire bike (FTB) trails on the Reserve. Located on the eastern side of the property, fat tire bike trails are winter trails (Jan 1 - March 15) and are subject to closure during the season. The following criteria must be in place for the FTB trails to remain open:
1. The ground must be frozen ground.
2. The temperature must be 25 degrees F or below.
Closures will be posted at FTB trail heads, our website, KVR Facebook page, and at the visitor center. A current year annual permit or KVR day pass is required to use the trails. Users must stay on designated trails or adjacent roads. The FTB trails on the Reserve are not groomed. They are considered backcountry trails, are narrow and winding, and are shared with snowshoers and hikers. Please be courteous and practice friendly trail etiquette when encountering other trail users. Winter Festival Your new favorite family fun event is held at the Kickapoo Valley Reserve in early January each year! Click here for more information.
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