Road Trips from La Crosse, WI
La Crosse is a good launchpad for day trips. You've got options within a few hours, mostly on highways, with flat terrain. All of these routes offer access to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, making them good for nature lovers who want a short drive. If you're looking for a quick escape, there are many destinations within a half-day's drive.
Total Routes
54
Shortest
2.3h
With Parks Nearby
51
Full-day getaway
24 total in this range
Clinton, WI
3h 36m191.5 mi one way
This 191.5-mile drive to Clinton takes about 3.6 hours. It's a mostly highway route with flat terrain, similar to many other options from La Crosse. Like most destinations here, it provides access to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.
Monona, WI
2h 45m144.3 mi one way
For a 2.8-hour drive, Monona is a solid choice at 144.3 miles. The route is primarily highway with flat terrain. Access to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail is available nearby, a common feature among these destinations.
Lodi, WI
2h 23m124.4 mi one way
Lodi is the closest option at 124.4 miles, taking just 2.4 hours. This mostly highway drive features flat terrain. It also offers access to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, making it a convenient nature-focused day trip.
Big Bend, WI
3h 56m204.5 mi one way
This 204.5-mile trip to Big Bend will take around 3.9 hours. Expect a mostly highway route with flat terrain, consistent with other nearby destinations. The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is accessible from this area.
Addison, WI
3h 40m175.9 mi one way
Addison is 175.9 miles away, with a drive time of about 3.7 hours. This route is mostly highway and features flat terrain. Like other nearby spots, it provides proximity to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.
Weekend trip
30 total in this range
South Milwaukee, WI
4h 14m220.1 mi one way
At 220.1 miles, South Milwaukee is one of the longer day trip options, averaging 4.2 hours. The route is mostly highway and maintains flat terrain. You'll find access to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail near this destination.
Pleasant Prairie, WI
4h 35m242.1 mi one way
Bristol, WI
4h 32m232.8 mi one way
Bristol is a longer drive at 232.8 miles, estimated at 4.5 hours. This mostly highway route through flat terrain is comparable to other southern Wisconsin options. The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is accessible from this area.
Bohners Lake, WI
4h 19m220.8 mi one way
This drive to Bohners Lake covers 220.8 miles and takes approximately 4.3 hours. The route is mostly highway with flat terrain. Access to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail is a feature of this destination.
Como, WI
4h207.8 mi one way
Como is 207.8 miles from La Crosse, with an estimated drive of 4 hours. This mostly highway trip offers flat terrain. It also provides access to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, similar to other routes.
Browse by Mood
South Milwaukee, WI
4h 14m220.1 mi one way
Clinton, WI
3h 36m191.5 mi one way
Monona, WI
2h 45m144.3 mi one way
Lodi, WI
2h 23m124.4 mi one way
Milwaukee, WI
3h 57m210.4 mi one way
West Allis, WI
3h 51m205.3 mi one way
New Berlin, WI
3h 48m202.7 mi one way
Spring Valley, WI
4h 36m218 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers mild weather for exploring the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, accessible from all these flat, mostly highway routes.
Summer
Summer's warmth is ideal for enjoying the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, with mostly highway drives and flat terrain making for easy travel.
Fall
Autumn colors can be viewed along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, accessible via these straightforward, flat drives.
Winter
Winter may limit access to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, though the mostly highway routes with flat terrain remain open.
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