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Colonial Park Access

Colonial Park is a 73-acre access point on the Root River in Racine featuring a parking lot, picnic areas, and a natural area suitable for fishing and recreational activities.

The park serves as the western trailhead for the Root River Pathway, a paved 4-mile trail that follows the river and connects to other regional bike trails. Located at 2300 West High Street, the park is open 6 a. m. to 10 p. m.

daily with portable toilets available during summer months.


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