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Posted on: August 28, 2023

[ARCHIVED] Fox River Trail Official Opening

WAUKESHA COUNTY PARKS TO UNVEIL ‘FOX RIVER TRAIL’

New Recreation Trail Connects to Fox Brook, Mitchell Parks

(Waukesha, WI) – Waukesha County Park System is thrilled to invite residents and visitors to celebrate the completion of the new Fox River Trail in Brookfield on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, at 10:30 am with a ribbon cutting ceremony and remarks from project coordinators. Join us at Coffeeville Company at 2825 North Brookfield Rd in Brookfield. 

“For this deFox River Trail by Waukesha County Parks Aug 30 2023 rail bridge painted and rehabbedlightful addition to the outdoor recreation landscape in Waukesha County, we are grateful for the collaboration, dedication, and passion of the region’s trail lovers and the staffs of the City of Brookfield, the City of Pewaukee, and Waukesha County Parks,” said Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow. “It’s easier than ever now for more Waukesha County residents and visitors to enjoy the outdoors and pursue wellness goals.”

The Fox River Trail is a three-mile trail between the City of Pewaukee and the City of Brookfield. It runs from a trailhead on Watertown Road in Pewaukee through scenic wetlands and woodlands and along residential neighborhoods to Brookfield Road in Brookfield. Currently, no other County Recreation Trail connects to the Fox River Trail.

Ceremonial Ribbon Cutting event

All residents, visitors, and other stakeholders welcome

  • 10:30 am: Welcome and Introductions
  • 10:35 am: Remarks from Waukesha County representatives, Project Coordinators 
  • 10:45 am: Photo Opportunity
  • 10:50 am: Ceremonial Ribbon Cutting

Learn more about the Fox River Trail project timeline: www.WaukeshaCounty.gov/CurrentParkProjects#Connector

About Waukesha County Parks

The Waukesha County Park System is a natural resource-based park system that demonstrates stewardship while providing recreational and educational opportunities. For more information, visit www.WaukeshaCountyParks.com and follow on Facebook and Instagram.

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