Some of the most difficult climbs in the Driftless Area reside along the scenic byways that travel by the towns of Black Earth, Cross Plains, and Vermont.
This route begins at the highest point in southern Wisconsin, Blue Mound State Park. Some of the most difficult climbs in the Driftless Area reside along the scenic byways that travel by the towns of Black Earth, Cross Plains, and Vermont. The 124-mile route includes 40 rises that range from 50-foot inclines to the 910 ft. final climb with a max grade of 11.4%.