Hiking At Geneva Lake Shore Path In Wisconsin Is Like Entering A Fairytale
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published June 16, 2020
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
Fairytale isn’t usually a word used to describe a hiking trail. However, in the case of the Geneva Lake Shore Path, it couldn’t be more fitting. Undeniably enchanting, the 26-mile trail (don’t worry, you don’t have to hike the whole thing) boasts expansive estates, colorful gardens, bridges, stepping stones, and other fairytale-like features. Take a look:
As you’ve probably already guessed, Geneva Lake Shore Path is located in the picturesque city of Lake Geneva.
As you meander along the trail, you’ll be treated to close-up views of Geneva Lake and the sailboats, antique wooden boats, and excursion boats that occupy its waters.
And remember the private properties we mentioned earlier? Well, the property owners maintain the path through each of their properties, adding their own special touches.
Walking the entire 26-mile path would take about 8 – 10 hours; however, you can hike it in sections thanks to several access points, which can be found at Lake Geneva Public Library, Fontana, Williams Bay, and Big Foot Beach State Park.
Another option for those seeking to stroll just a segment of the path is the Lake Geneva Cruise Line’s Lake Walk Tour. The tour gives you the option of walking from Lake Geneva to Williams Bay and getting a boat tour back, or riding from Lake Geneva to Williams Bay and walking back.
