The Green Circle is a 27-mile scenic hiking and biking trail that loops through the Stevens Point area and connects with over 45 miles of additional trails. It winds through forests and parks, over wetlands, and along rivers, recalling the days of huge pineries, pioneer settlements, and the lore of the Wisconsin and Plover Rivers.

Current Trail Conditions

(Updated April 20, 2026)

Thanks to the hard work of the Stevens Point and Portage County Parks crews, all sections of the Green Circle Trail are now open for use again after major flooding this spring. Some areas may still be soggy, so please use caution when out on the trail.

A portion of the Plover River Trail remains closed due to the construction of the Plover River Crossing trail spur. Please follow the detour along Barbara's Lane.

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Green Circle Trail

The Stevens Point area's award-winning nature trail for hiking, biking, jogging, and wildlife watching. The scenic 27-mile trail winds through nature preserves, parks, forest, wetlands, and along the shores of the Wisconsin and Plover Rivers.
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Green Circle TrailTuesday, July 21st, 2026 at 10:22am
Do you like bird watching and sunsets on the water? The Stagecoach travels along the bank of the Wisconsin River with spots to stop and view waterfowl as well as other birds and catch some of the most beautiful sunsets you can imagine. The trail is also entirely on paved road, making it an excellent section of the trail for bikers looking for a smoother ride.
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Green Circle TrailMonday, July 20th, 2026 at 4:01pm
A portion of the Riverfront Trail that runs through land owned by the North Central Conservancy Trust adjacent to Bukolt Park will be CLOSED on Tuesday, July 21 from 7 to 10:30 a.m. for property maintenance. Please obey posted closed signs. Green Circle users can detour around this section by using the road next to the Bukolt Park lagoon.
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Green Circle TrailSunday, July 12th, 2026 at 9:29am
The River Pines Trail is regarded by many as one of the most scenic sections of the Green Circle. Most of the trail follows along the side of the Wisconsin River through pine and mixed forests. With plenty of benches to stop and enjoy the view!
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Green Circle TrailWednesday, July 1st, 2026 at 10:43am
Between Bukolt Park and Stevens Point’s historic downtown lies the Riverfront Trail. This segment connects visitors to the most popular areas of Stevens Point. The fully paved trail passes by Pfiffner Pioneer Park, offering access to a playground, ample picnic space, the park’s bandshell, the Cultural Commons International Friendship Garden, the Annette and Dale Schuh Riverfront Arts Center, and all the restaurants and shops of downtown Stevens Point.
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Green Circle TrailMonday, June 22nd, 2026 at 11:56am
Looking for a quick hike with a lot of history? The Brickyard Trail is your place. Only 1.2 miles in length and built around the grounds of the Langenberg Brickyard this trail is the perfect spot to take a short stroll and recall one of the industries that built Stevens Point. While you’re here, swing through the Sculpture Park and enjoy sculpture creations from local and distant artists or stop by Zenoff Park for its great picnic spaces and many activity fields!