Rustic Road 117
Location: Waushara County - County W, Portage
Street, Portage Road, and Covered Bridge Road from 26th
Road to County A
Length: 1.8 miles
Surface: Paved and gravel
R-117 is a tree-lined route interspersed with views of the Pine River. Wildlife abounds; travelers may see eagles, sandhill cranes, geese, turkey, ducks and deer as well as a Class Three trout stream. Several historic buildings are located along the route including the town hall, post office, historic homes and a keystone bridge. The Jefferson Davis Bell, a Civil War Relic is found there as well. R-117 also has a covered bridge that provides access to Covered Bridge Park, a wonderful place for visitors to walk and explore.
Questions about the content of this page:
Jane Carrola, jane.carrola@dot.wi.gov
Last modified: November 13, 2014