Near Cedarburg in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Ancient Paths
Photographed By Paul F, July 8, 2010
1. Ancient Paths Marker
In our ancient past, Wisconsin was crossed by a system of trails first forged by deer and elk as they migrated in search of good weather, food and salt. Native Americans used the Paths as they hunted, traded, and made war in troubled times. Some Paths included water routes and foot paths of the natives which tended to follow the high ground between marshes or wetlands. Colonists and immigrants moved westward searching for land, furs and opportunities. They used these Paths while improving them for horses and wagons. The Green Bay Trail was such a Path.Erected 2003 by Wisconsin State Society and Daughters of the American Colonists.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Roads & Vehicles • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Colonists series list.
Location. 43° 17.031′ N, 87° 58.342′ W. Marker is near Cedarburg, Wisconsin, in Ozaukee County. Marker is on
this page online
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Hamilton (a few steps from this marker); Hamilton Turnhalle (within shouting distance of this marker); Concordia Mill (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Washington Avenue Historic District / Historic District Architecture (approx. 1.1 miles away); Cedarburg Cultural Center Building (approx. 1.1 miles away); Cedarburg Mill (approx. 1.1 miles away); The History of the Boerner Building (approx. 1.1 miles away); Origin of Cedar Creek / Mills on the Creek (approx. 1.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Cedarburg.
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. To better understand the relationship, study each marker in the order shown.
Photographed By Paul F, July 8, 2010
2. Ancient Paths Marker
North side of two sided marker
Photographed By Paul F, July 8, 2010
3. Ancient Paths Marker
South side of two sided marker with Nearby "Hamilton" marker in background
Photographed By Melinda Roberts, August 17, 2012
4. Ancient Paths Marker
Marker is located in entrance / parking lot to Hamilton Park.
Photographed By Paul F, July 8, 2010
5. Ancient Paths Marker
South end of parking lot with marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 8, 2010, by Paul Fehrenbach of Germantown, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 801 times since then and 33 times this year. Last updated on July 10, 2013, by Paul Fehrenbach of Germantown, Wisconsin. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 8, 2010, by Paul Fehrenbach of Germantown, Wisconsin. 4. submitted on August 18, 2012, by Melinda Roberts of De Pere, United States. 5. submitted on July 8, 2010, by Paul Fehrenbach of Germantown, Wisconsin. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
