🐾💦 Hiking the Red Granite Falls Trail at Copper Falls State Park – Mellen, WI 🌲🪨

Simba the Adventure Pup and I laced up (well, I laced up — Simba just wagged his tail) for another pawsome day on the trail — this time exploring the peaceful and scenic Red Granite Falls Trail at Copper Falls State Park in Mellen, Wisconsin! This lesser-known loop is a Northwoods gem full of color, calm, and classic Wisconsin beauty.

📍 Location

Copper Falls State Park — Mellen, WI

🥾 Trail: Red Granite Falls Trail
📏 Distance: Approx. 2.5-mile loop
🐶 Dog-Friendly: Yes — Simba approved every step!
🕒 Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

🌲 Trail Overview

The Red Granite Falls Trail is a quiet forested loop that follows the Bad River and offers up-close views of the park’s namesake red granite rock formations and cascading waters. Unlike the more crowded waterfall viewpoints nearby, this trail offers peaceful seclusion and plenty of room to roam.

🌟 Highlights Include:

• Beautiful riverside walking with photo-worthy granite outcrops
• Light elevation changes and sandy pine paths
• Opportunities for rest, reflection, and sniff breaks (for Simba!)
• Bright red rock against green forest — a photographer’s dream

🐾 Simba’s Trail Report

Simba absolutely loved this trail! With soft dirt paths, cool river breezes, and space to explore, this was golden retriever heaven. He trotted confidently, took in all the smells, and even posed for a few photos beside the granite boulders. It was a perfect mix of quiet trail time and gentle adventure.

💡 Trail Tip: This one isn’t as crowded as the park’s main loop — a great option if you’re visiting on a busy weekend or just want a more relaxed hike.

🎥 Why We Loved It


This trail had that magical "tucked away" feeling. The blend of red rock, clear water, and Northwoods forest created a peaceful environment perfect for reflection, filming, and just enjoying nature — with my furry best friend beside me.

Whether you're full-timing in an RV or just road-tripping through northern Wisconsin, Red Granite Falls Trail is a hidden gem worth seeking out!

🚐 Part of: Life on Paws and Wheels

This adventure is part of our full-time RV travel series, where Simba and I explore dog-friendly parks, scenic trails, quirky attractions, and more across the U.S. We’re all about finding joy on the journey and celebrating every step — especially the tail-wagging ones!

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Location: Mellen, WI 54546, USA

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