Hillsboro
A Progressive & Friendly Community

The picturesque community of Hillsboro is located in the rolling hills and hidden valleys of eastern Vernon County in Southwest Wisconsin. Hillsboro is known as the "Czech Capital of Wisconsin" -- the area attracted many Czechoslovakian immigrants because the rolling terrain reminded them of their native land! With lots of trails for biking, hiking, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, and rivers and streams for canoeing and fishing, Hillsboro offers great outdoor recreation and a friendly and thriving community.

Industry and Community

Over 120 businesses are located in and around the city, creating a prosperous local economy. A progressive and active community, Hillsboro  promotes housing and commercial development with a municipal industrial park and residential sub-division. 

Hillsboro celebrates its ethnic heritage and family values with cultural festivals and community events. Visitors and residents alike enjoy the celebrating Cesky Den (Czech Days). Held the second weekend of June each year, this event honors Hillsboro's heritage. Thousands of visitors come to Firemen's Park to experience traditional Czech food, music, arts and crafts and other festivities. A 4th of July Summer Celebration, Labor Day Fair and Fall Fest are just a few of the community events for all to enjoy.

Outdoor Recreation

The Hillsboro area features lots of great recreation for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Cyclists will enjoy countless biking opportunities including the new Hillsboro Trail - a seven-mile route that follows the West Branch of the Baraboo River and crosses several times on wooden bridges. The trail links up with the 400 State Bicycle Trail in Union Center, which also connects with the popular Elroy-Sparta bike trail. Cyclists also will find easy access to Vernon County's vast network of scenic, paved town and county roads.

Wildcat Mountain State Park is a popular attraction and features beautiful scenery, hiking trails, horse riding trails, cross country winter ski trails, picnic areas, and family camping. Another fun activity is canoeing on the Kickapoo River, the crookedest river in Wisconsin! Hunting, fishing and snowmobiling are also popular recreational pastimes. 

Shopping, Dining & Lodging

After experiencing the scenic beauty and outdoor recreation of the area, you will want to visit the bustling community of Hillsboro for great shopping, eating and sleeping. Downtown Hillsboro features a variety of attractive shops and businesses and one-of-a kind local eateries. Bed and breakfast inns, lodge and cabins, and a family hotel with indoor pool and other amenities are all available to accommodate travelers.

Area Attractions

• Wildcat Mountain State Park 

• Kickapoo Valley Reserve

• Elroy - Sparta Bike Trail

• Canoeing the Kickapoo River

• Hunting

• Fishing

• Biking & Hiking Trails

• Horseback Riding Trails

• Cross Country Ski Trails

• Round Barns

• Amish Farms & Community

Hillsboro Community web page offers information on the area's best shopping, restaurants, real estate listings, used cars for sale, auto repair, entertainment, hotels, motels, family vacations and vacation packages, camping, parks, festivals, current events, area attractions with link to business directory, local travel maps and more for La Crosse, Onalaska, Sparta, Tomah, Holmen, Prairie Du Chien, Richland Center, West Salem, Viroqua, Westby, Bangor, Hillsboro, Lone Rock, Stoddard, La Farge and surrounding Vernon County Wisconsin communities.