The lake is a remnant of glacial Lake Oshkosh. In the High Cliffs State Park is the Niagara Escarpment, rocks that resisted glacier erosion. The name of the lake comes from the nickname, "Winnebago," which was given to the people living in this area, the Ho-Chunk. It meant "stinking water people," this is because the lake smells strongly of fish in summer.

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1. Trails of High Cliffs — High Cliff State Park

10.7km

02:46

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Moderate

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2. Lake Winnebago loop from Sherwood

5.33km

01:28

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy

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3. Lake Winnebago loop from High Cliff State Park

4.87km

01:21

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 270 m

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Location: Sherwood, Calumet County, Wisconsin, United States

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Lake Winnebago

1. Trails of High Cliffs — High Cliff State Park

2. Lake Winnebago loop from Sherwood

3. Lake Winnebago loop from High Cliff State Park

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