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1.5 miles
Distance
284 ft
Climb
-267 ft
Descent
00:13:17
Avg time
15 ft
Altitude change
924 ft
Altitude min
1,010 ft
Altitude max
979 ft
Altitude start
994 ft
Altitude end
0.2%
Grade
-31.8%
Grade max
29.5%
Grade min
3,061 ft
Distance climb
3,159 ft
Distance down
1,837 ft
Distance flat
00:13:17
Avg time
Knutty Squirrel Details
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Activities
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaCross Plains Driftless Downs Trail System
Cross Plains, Wisconsin -
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Voted DifficultyBlue (2 votes)
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Local Popularity50 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
Coming off of the main hub, Knutty Squirrel follows along the west side of the bluff. There is a mix of smooth trail sections and slightly rocky sections. The lower segment of this trail has some light-moderate exposure in a few areas and a few tougher, steep climbs. You will come to a paved uphill path at which point you'll look uphill about 15 ft to see the return loop section. There is private property adjacent to this paved area. Please respect land owners and stay on trail system.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 11 miles avg distance
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- Last: Jun 15, 2026
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(43.109790, -89.660930)
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Nearby Trails
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Frequently Asked Questions About Knutty Squirrel
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Where is Knutty Squirrel located?
Knutty Squirrel is located in Cross Plains Driftless Downs Trail System, Cross Plains, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the Cross Plains Driftless Downs Trail System trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.10979, -89.66093.
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How hard is Knutty Squirrel?
Knutty Squirrel is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 0.2%.
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What is the elevation gain for Knutty Squirrel?
Knutty Squirrel has 284 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 267 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 924 ft to 1,010 ft.
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Is Knutty Squirrel a point to point trail?
Knutty Squirrel is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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