Milwaukee County Parks invites the public to celebrate completion of the Little Menomonee River Parkway Roadway-to-Trail Conversion Project
WHAT: Milwaukee County Parks will host a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the Little Menomonee River Parkway Roadway-to-Trail Conversion Project, which transforms a one-mile segment of the Parkway, from W Leon Terrace to West Appleton Avenue, into a dedicated, off-street walking and biking trail.
Following the ceremony, community members are invited to “Run, Walk & Roll the Parkway,” an inclusive opportunity to be among some of the first to experience the new trail by walking, running, biking, or rolling down and back along the freshly completed route.
This project enhances safety, reduces maintenance costs such as those that come from illegal dumping by limiting vehicle access, and encourages active, healthy lifestyles, advancing Milwaukee County’s vision to become the healthiest county in Wisconsin by achieving racial equity.
WHO:
- Guy Smith, Executive Director, Milwaukee County Parks
- Project partners from GRAEF, LaLonde Contractors, Conrad Group, and Milwaukee County Parks’ Planning & Engagement Teams
- Community members and local trail users
WHEN:
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
3:00 p.m. – Brief remarks by Milwaukee County Parks Director Guy Smith, followed by ribbon cutting and community Run, Walk & Roll the Parkway!
WHERE:
Across the street from 10433 W Appleton Ave, is the Little Menomonee River Parkway Trail Entrance where we'll meet, at West Appleton Avenue and Little Menomonee River Parkway Milwaukee, WI.
Parking is available across Appleton Ave on Bobolink Ave.
VISUALS:
- Ribbon cutting ceremony featuring Milwaukee County Parks leadership and community members
- First “Run, Walk & Roll the Parkway” event along the new trail
- Parkway to trail informational banner
- Limited Edition Trail Blazer Stickers
- Cyclists, families, and walkers exploring the new off-street connection to the Oak Leaf Trail
About Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Parks is dedicated to enriching the lives of the community by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable recreational opportunities while preserving the natural and cultural resources of the parks. Spanning over 15,000 acres, the Milwaukee County Park System includes more than 150 parks and parkways, over 100 miles of trails, numerous community centers, golf courses, botanical gardens, beaches, and hundreds of playgrounds, athletic fields, and picnic areas. Committed to sustainability, health, and equity, Milwaukee County Parks continues to strive towards a vision where everyone, regardless of background, can enjoy the benefits of green spaces and recreational facilities.
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