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Lapham Peak Observation Tower – Lapham Peak Unit loop from Summit Park & Ride

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Lapham Peak Observation Tower – Lapham Peak Unit loop from Summit Park & Ride

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Lapham Peak Observation Tower – Lapham Peak Unit loop from Summit Park & Ride

02:22

20.6km

180m

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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Parking

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8.94 km

Lapham Peak Observation Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lapham Peak is the highest point in Waukesha County. You bike up a moderately steep park road which goes almost all the way to the summit. On top is a …

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13.5 km

Lapham Peak Unit

Highlight • Forest

Kettle Moraine State Forest's Lapham Peak was formed thousands of years ago when a glacier covered the entire area. It's the perfect place to relax by jogging.

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16.2 km

Lapham Peak formed over 10,000 years ago when a glacier covered vast swathes of Wisconsin. It's a perfect destination for hiking and cross-country skiing. Located in Kettle Moraine State Forest, it's open from dawn until dusk daily.

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20.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

7.19 km

1.63 km

793 m

172 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.8 km

8.98 km

307 m

292 m

243 m

Elevation

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

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