The Levee Road btween Portage, WI and the Aldo Leopold Farm and conservation area.
Here's a blurb on the road's history from the Internet.....
History on the levee road in Wisconsin
Levee Road in Wisconsin has a rich history that dates back to the early 19th century when it was an extension of Indian trails that were later widened into suitable roads for ox carts and wagons. By 1829, several wagon roads had been established through southern Wisconsin, including routes for lead miners and military expeditions. The road system was crucial for transportation and commerce in the region, and it played a significant role in the development of the state's infrastructure.
Wikipedia
The Aldo Leopold Shack and Farm, located on Levee Road, is a testament to the historical significance of the area. The farm was acquired by Aldo Leopold in the 1930s and is now a National Historic Landmark, offering visitors a chance to explore the landscape that inspired his conservation writings.
Wisconsin Historical Society
Levee Road's historical development and its current status as a scenic bike route highlight the importance of preserving and utilizing natural landscapes for both environmental protection and recreational enjoyment.
DTIC
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I had to climb up a small hill to take the pictures as the levee is a hill of dirt that runs several miles along the river functioning as an environmental protection against rising waters in times of potential floods.
The levee blocks the view of the river, but the small man made hill serves a function of protection for the land South of the river.
This year is lush on the Wisconsin River. This are I stopped at only had a few hardwoods and mostly smaller softwoods, but the growth is very dense and protects the land on the banks of the river well.
We are having an extremely well hydrated and green year in Wisconsin.
I don't paddle,but for those of you who do,the #WisconsinRiver is a beautiful sandy wide river with many sand bars and a thick riparian zone lush w/green.This was the 1st time I drove the #LeveeRd from Portage thru the #AldoLeopold property. BTW, the trek thru Leopold property is drop dead gorgeous.
