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This stretch of trail runs through beautiful open prairies, quiet woods, and wetland areas along the Brooklyn Wildlife Segment of the Ice Age Trail. There are grassy sections and boardwalks, with changing wildlife and scenery depending on the season. It’s a calm, easy-to-follow segment that is not too long or rugged, so you can relax and enjoy the scenery.

Library Park, in the heart of Belleville, is a hub for community life and historical significance. In 1851, the park was originally a public grazing ground and the site of early Native American trails. It became the location for Belleville's village hall, built in 1894, which also housed a library, firehouse, and jail. Today the park hosts holiday celebrations, fairs, concerts, and free summer movies. Visitors can use the water fountain, picnic tables, and a museum maintained by the Belleville Area Historical Society.

The Badger State Trail intersects with the Sugar River State Trail here. Spanning 40 miles, the Badger State Trail offers a scenic rail trail experience, while the 24-mile, 265-acre Sugar River State Trail is a popular recreational route made up of limestone-surfaced trail.

Brooklyn State Wildlife Area offers a diverse habitat with woodlands, wetlands, and prairies. It provides excellent opportunities for birdwatching and hiking, making it a favourite destination for locals seeking a dose of nature.

The Ice Age Trail's Brooklyn Wildlife and Montrose segments feature slight elevation segments, scenic woodlands, wetlands, and prairies.

The trailhead has plenty of parking and bathroom facilities and nearby places to eat. A well-known Wisconsin brewery, the New Glarus Brewery, is close to the trailhead.

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