Hiking the Priory : Using LiDAR to Make Better Trails

Abstract

The University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire, Priory, located South of the city, plays host to a network of hiking trails that visitors can access to experience the beauty and serenity of hills and forests characteristic of Western Wisconsin. Unfortunately, because the existing trails were created many years ago, some trails are in a state of disrepair, or their primitive design limits travel to only the most intrepid of hikers. The purpose of this project is to locate the existing trails, map their conditions, and plan locations for additional trails.