Sat, Oct 25 - Sun, Oct 26, 2025

APEX THE PLAINS Fall Drive

Wisconsin Backroads

About this event

The Midwest has some amazing driving roads. You just need to know where to find them! Established for enthusiasts by enthusiasts, APEX THE PLAINS is on a mission to promote a real passion for the drive by curating brilliant driving experiences. Check us out at www.APEXTHEPLAINS.com

On Saturday, October 25th, join us and experience the twistiest backroads the Midwest has to offer. Beginning in Mondovi, WI and finishing in the Wis Dells, we will take in some spectacular views as the leaves turn, break bread with new friends, and entertain ourselves in the Dells. Then we'll turn around and do it all again on the way back home on Sunday. Come out and have an adventure with us!

 

ITINERARY

Saturday

  • Check-in – Mondovi, WI                  9:00 – 9:40am 

  • Drivers Meeting                                9:40 – 10:00am  

  • Drive – 57 miles                              10:00 – 11:10am

  • Gas Stop – Arcadia                         11:10 – 11:35am 

  • Drive – 50 miles                              11:35 – 12:30pm

  • Lunch – West Salem                      12:30 – 2:00pm  

  • Drive – 62 miles                               2:00 – 3:10pm

  • Gas Stop – Hillsboro                        3:10 – 3:35pm  

  • Drive – 42 miles                               3:35 – 4:30pm

  • Hotel Check-in                                 4:30 – 5:30pm 

  • Dinner at Hotel                                 5:30 – 7:15pm 

Sunday

  • Hotel check out / Drivers Meeting

  • Drive – 42 miles                           9:00 – 9:50am

  • Gas Stop – Hillsboro                    9:50 – 10:15am 

  • Drive – 68 miles                          10:15 – 11:25am

  • Scenic Stop                                 11:25 – 12:00pm  

  • Drive - 4 miles                              12:00 – 12:15pm 

  • Lunch - La Crosse                        12:15 – 1:45pm 

  • Drive – 40 miles                            1:45 – 2:35pm 

  • Gas Stop – Ettrick                         2:35 – 3:00pm  

  • Drive – 65 miles                            3:00 – 4:20pm

  • Wrap Up - Alma                            4:20 – 4:45pm 

 

COST

Saturday and/or Sunday - $50 (for event, not per day)

Stops for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but not included in cost. 

Lodging (optional) at The Vue in Wis Dells. Starting at $99 for the night

Dells Ghost Boat (optional) - $40 per adult, $25 per child (ages 4-11) **Not recommended for ages 9 and under

Event requirements

ROAD PACKAGE REQUIREMENTS

  • Must have valid license
  • Must have current liability insurance
  • PLEASE NOTE: 91 octane fuel will be available on route. No 93 or E85. Plan accordingly. 
  • 5" of ground clearance and not-too-stiff suspension recommended but not required
  • Must be at least 4 years old to attend Ghost Boat Tour. Not recommended for ages 9 and under

Entries (22)

JL
Joseph Lamb
CC
Chris Ritter Chris Ritter
LD
Lee DeBeau
MM
Matthew Moellendorf
SI
Sean Ilkka
JI
Jake Iwanski
PS
Paul Selbitschka
AH
Aaron Huizenga

Wisconsin Backroads

Arcadia, WI

Organizer

Fun Run/Tour organized by

Apex the Plains, LLC

Event over!