Our Blog and Local Guides
Local guides and stories from the Driftless Region of Wisconsin
The Driftless Region rewards people who slow down and look around. We have had decades to do exactly that. These posts cover the places we return to, the seasonal things worth planning a trip around, and life here on 200 acres in Sparta.
Category: Outdoor Adventures & Nature
The Elroy-Sparta Trail sits minutes from our farm at Justin Trails Resort, and stretches across Wisconsin's Driftless Region. Our guests arrive with bikes and curiosity, ready to explore one of the Midwest's most iconic biking routes . Morning light … Read more
Winter asks a lot from us. Short days make a wellness retreat feel less like a luxury and more like a necessity. You feel it in your shoulders and in your sleep. It also appears in the way your mind never quite settles. That’s usually when you find u… Read more
Wildcat Mountain State Park pulls you in with its stunning views, then surprises you with more. Love peaceful trails, golden hills, and quiet night skies? This place checks all the boxes. You'll find this park in Wisconsin's Driftless Area. Bluffs, f… Read more
Are you craving a peaceful escape or a new adventure this season? You’ll find both — and some of the area’s best spring events — at Justin Trails Resort in beautiful Sparta, Wisconsin. Nestled in the hills of the Driftless Region, our resort is where… Read more
Motorcycle rides just hit differently in Sparta. Between the winding country roads, scenic overlooks, and peaceful stretches through the Driftless hills, it's the kind of place that delivers serious motorcycle zen without even trying. There's a calm … Read more
Looking for the best winter things to do in Sparta, Wisconsin, to kick off your next adventure? Are you a thrill-seeker, a romantic at heart, or someone who loves the peaceful beauty of winter? Sparta has something special waiting for you. Our quaint… Read more
The actual inventor of disc golf remains a bit of a mystery—there are known early players and key people who had a hand in bringing awareness to the sport in the early 1960s. What we can say for sure is how the Justin Trails Resort became home to two… Read more
Hiking in Wisconsin is one of the most popular pastimes, and the Driftless Region offers an incredibly unique and picturesque experience. The Driftless Area is characterized by its rugged topography. It features deep river valleys, rolling hills, and… Read more
Hiking is one of the most popular pastimes in the Driftless Region, as it offers a unique and picturesque experience for adventures of all kinds ! The area is characterized by its rugged topography, featuring deep river valleys, rolling hills, and li… Read more
You’ll find Wildcat Mountain State Park set atop a ridge that rises steeply above the Kickapoo River. Hike along 21 miles of scenic nature and equestrian trails that weave throughout the beautiful wilderness. Stop at the observation point and picnic … Read more