Friends of Military Ridge Trail

Our Mission

The mission of the Friends of Military Ridge Trail is to promote and enhance Military Ridge State Trail use for the enjoyment of hikers, bikers, runners, snowmobilers, and skiers. We are committed to the preservation of the natural and historic aspects of the 40 mile trail that runs from Dodgeville to Fitchburg, Wisconsin.

Interested in helping out? Become a friend, donate, or join us at one of our Events!

News and Events

Did you know that almost 350,000 people used the Military Ridge Trail in 2025?

SECTION OF TRAIL CLOSED STARTING SEPT. 8TH.
The section of trail between CTH PD and Paulson Road near Verona will be closed starting September 8, 2026 for the next 2-3 weeks. Emergency repairs to bridge NR-13-020 (which is just South of Paulson Road) will be completed requiring the bridge to be closed. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and ask for the publics understanding and patience as we work to repair the bridge as quickly as possible. Any questions regarding the project can be directed to Blue Mound State Park (608) 437-5711.

September 14th, 2026: Monthly Friends Public Meeting
Join us at 5:30pm at the Ridgeway Train Depot (right off the trail).

October 12th, 2026: Monthly Friends Public Meeting
Join us at 5:30pm at the Ridgeway Train Depot (right off the trail).

See our Events page and Events Calendar for happenings on the trail.

Bridges getting some love

Photo by Mary Kay Baum

Snowmobile Trail Conditions

Trail Work and Closures

4-lane bridge proposed by Epic over Military Ridge Trail and Sugar River near Verona by trail mile marker 7. Trail will be rerouted at times through 2027. Stay tuned to signage on the trail.

DNR will be remodeling the Mt. Horeb Rest Station. Be on the lookout for construction starting August through December 2026.

Verona will be paving between the Verona Park n' Ride and the Verona High School. This project will start in 2026 and go through 2027.