Bradford Beach is an open, sandy beach just off the side of the Oak Leaf Trail. You pass a number of beaches as you bike along the paved path, and Bradford Beach is the biggest with the most amenities. If you are wanting views of the bay and ferry, this is a great spot for that, too.

AverieOutside

June 28, 2025

Hiking

Billed as "the most accessible beach in America" and as one of the cleanest beaches in the country, this spot can get pretty busy. It's free for day use and has a couple of on-site spots for food and refreshments.

Amy

October 3, 2022

Road cycling

A great city beach to relax on a hot day or get stuck into sports. The beach has yoga and crossfit classes, volleyball courts, bars and restaurants.

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1. Oak Leaf Trail & Lake Michigan loop — Milwaukee

41.7km

01:44

140m

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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2. Veterans Park Lagoon – Lincoln Park loop from Cedarburg

68.1km

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230m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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3. Milwaukee River revitalization – Lincoln Park loop from Milwaukee

58.6km

02:20

190m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Elevation 180 m

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Location: Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

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1. Oak Leaf Trail & Lake Michigan loop — Milwaukee

2. Veterans Park Lagoon – Lincoln Park loop from Cedarburg

3. Milwaukee River revitalization – Lincoln Park loop from Milwaukee

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