Lake Geneva Lake Shore Path

Event Details

This event is suitable for anyone in Class 1, 2, or 3. All levels of experience are welcome. For an explanation of the way we classify events, visit this page.

The Shore Path around Lake Geneva offers you an up-close view of historic estates and stunning homes with beautifully landscaped yards and gardens. As you enjoy a walk along the lakeshore, you'll be mesmerized by the clear blue waters of the lake and the tranquility of sailboats, excursion boats, and antique vessels as they glide across the pristine waters.

We will provide shuttle service to and from various locations around the lake. Hike at your own pace will pick you up when you have completed your hike for the day.

Group tent camping at Bigfoot State Park is included as well as a shuttle service to Lake Geneva and from any of the seven access points. (Shuttle service runs June 4 -5.) If you do not want to camp at the state park, there are numerous lodging accommodations in the area.

For more information on the Lake Shore Path, click here.

Meals

Guests are responsible for their own meals. Transportation into town is available if you would like to dine at one of the many eating establishments. You can find a list here.

Gear

Guests are responsible for providing their own gear. Rental camping gear is available if needed. 

Required Gear

We suggest the following as a guideline for gear that is needed for this event:

• Comfortable, broken-in walking shoes
• Day pack
• Moisture-wicking clothing
• Sunscreen
• Mosquito repellent
• Cellular phone
• Individual First Aid Kit
• Spare set of socks
• Hydration system or water bottles
• Trekking Poles (optional)
• Rain Gear (depending on the weather)

If you are going to camp at the state park

• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping pad
• Tent
• Stove
• Cookware
• Headlamp (spare batteries)
• Toiletry Kit
• Small knife
• Spare sets of clothing
• Spare set of socks
• Appropriate meals for the length of the event
• Emergency blanket
• Quick Dry towel
• Biodegradable soap
• Personal Medications

Rental Gear

Rental is available for an extra fee and includes the following:

• 1 or 2 person tent
• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping pad
• UL Sleeping pillow (fleece pillowcase you can stuff your extra clothes into)
• Backpacking stove/fuel canister
• Headlamp
• Trekking Poles

Ticket Options

We have a few ticket options for this event.

Admission w/camping @ State Park-$175.

This ticket price includes camping on Friday and Saturday nights at Big Foot Beach state park in Lake Geneva. It also includes unlimited shuttle service over the course of the event and transportation to and from the event from a predetermined pick-up point.

Admission w/o Camping (Shuttle Service Only)-$75.

This ticket price includes unlimited shuttle service over the course of the event and transportation to and from the event from a predetermined pick-up point. (Please note that your lodging must be within a 10-minute drive of downtown Lake Geneva).

Camping Gear Rental-$150

Includes all of the gear mentioned in the Gear Rental section above. A guide will assist you in setting up and breaking down your gear if necessary.

Safety

All True North Expeditions staff are certified in First Aid/CPR and every one of our events is led by a guide with a background in emergency medicine and a certified Wilderness First Aid instructor. Guides are experienced in wilderness and outdoor travel and are equipped with GPS and satellite phones during every portion of this event.

We ask that guests refrain from bringing alcohol, illegal drugs, or weapons of any kind (excluding a pocket knife for use on the trail).

Cancellation Policy

No refunds will be issued for cancellations 14 days or less from the date of the event. All other cancellations are subject to a 50% service fee. A refund will be issued in the form of a check, or the original payment method. Please allow 5-7 business days for processing, we will notify you when the refund has been issued.

True North Expeditions, Inc. reserves the right to substitute the events listed in the description above in the event of inclement weather, availability, or other uncontrollable events. Additional information will be emailed to you after registering.

(Proof of full vaccination, OR a negative COVID test 48 hours prior to the event will be required to attend this event if you are planning on riding in the van).

Donate and Give Back to the Outdoor Community

We are teaming up with *Gear Forward in an attempt to collect new and unused gear, specifically sleeping bags, tents, and backpacks. Illinois resident Scott Gauvin is the founder of Gear Forward, an independent nationwide non-profit that provides gear to non-profit community organizations, youth groups, and charities working with young people in the outdoors. If you have one of the above-mentioned pieces of gear and would like to donate it, please bring it with you. After our winter events, the gear that we collect will be turned over to Gear Forward.

*As stated above, Gear Forward is an independent nationwide non-profit that provides gear to non-profit community organizations, youth groups, and charities working with young people in the outdoors. Founded by Scott Gauvin, Gear Forward aims to encourage people to donate unused outdoor gear they no longer want or need. Gear Forward also seeks partnerships with outdoor retailers and manufacturers to encourage donations of unused gear or donations by customers.

The outdoors are our collective greatest treasure and gift that we offer the next generation. Gear Forward, simply is about providing the next generation of stewards, adventurers, Scoutmasters, and Girl Scout Leaders the resources they need to get outdoors. No child should be denied access to all the outdoors has to offer because they don't have the necessary equipment. Through the collection of gently used outdoor gear, Gear Forward will work with other youth and outdoor-focused organizations to get donated gear into the hands that need it.

Through the donation of outdoor gear, Gear Forward will provide youth in need via various noteworthy organizations the ability to participate in outdoor-themed activities such as hiking, camping, and backpacking. You can find out more about Gear Forward by visiting their Facebook page or website.