Central Wisconsin's Newest Outdoor Adventure
Trail Network and Recreation Hub
Kickbusch Trails is a community-centered outdoor recreation destination coming soon to the greater Wausau area. The vision is to create an interconnected system of trails from family friendly shared-use trails and mountain bike-optimized singletrack on and around Rib Mountain State Park while preserving and improving the hiking-only experiences throughout the State Park.
Community Focused. Destination Quality.
High-Quality Outdoor Recreation Opportunities In the Greater Wausau Area
The Kocourek Trailhead Foundation (KTH) is a nonprofit organization under the leadership and personal financial support of Keith Kocourek, is leading the development of Kickbusch Trails. The Foundation is working to build a lasting community asset that supports active lifestyles, outdoor access, environmental stewardship, tourism, and economic vitality throughout Central Wisconsin.
Trail Vision
The Kickbusch Trails vision is to establish a connected and progressive outdoor recreation system extending across Rib Mountain State Park and Central Wisconsin. The full vision includes approximately 35 miles of new and improved trails, with experiences designed for hiking, running, mountain biking, family recreation, skills development, and community connectivity. Shared-use trails will allow pedestrians and bicyclists to explore the landscape together.
What in to Expect in 2027
Partnerships
Kickbusch Trails is possible because of an extraordinary partnership among public agencies and local governments, with support from area nonprofits, community and economic development organizations, businesses, and community members.
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What is KTH
Building a Lasting Outdoor Legacy KTH is creating high-quality outdoor recreation experiences in the Greater Wausau Area. More Than Trails