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Sanctuary Woods loop from Wauwatosa

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Milwaukee County

Sanctuary Woods loop from Wauwatosa

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(2528)

19,415

riders

Sanctuary Woods loop from Wauwatosa

01:19

22.5km

90m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 5.98 km for 103 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

530 m

View of the Menomonee River from the Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

This river, named after the Menomonee people, translates to "rice eaters," reflecting the once abundant wild rice along its shores. Enjoy a scenic view of the river from the bridge at this point.

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2

2.44 km

Sanctuary Woods

Highlight • Historical Site

Sanctuary Woods, nestled within the Wisconsin Medical College campus, holds the remnants of Milwaukee's first mental hospital. As you cycle through, you'll encounter aged sidewalks and paths that wind through …

Tip by

B

22.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.5 km

5.95 km

3.62 km

252 m

164 m

Surfaces

16.4 km

5.83 km

178 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Monday 19 October

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