Wisconsin State Parks
WDNR - State Parks History
John Nolen’s State Park’s for Wisconsin published by The State Park Board. Report provides guidelines for a state park system in Wisconsin and recommends creation of four state parks, at Devil’s Lake, Dells of the Wisconsin River, Door County’s Fish Creek (became Peninsula State Park) and Grant County’s confluence of the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers (became Wyalusing State Park). (Of these all but the Dells of the Wisconsin River became state parks. The Dells Natural Area opened to the public in 1997, completing Nolen’s plan.) ... [Read More]
WDNR - Wisconsin State Parks with Hunting Opportunities
Map of Wisconsin State Parks and Forests ... State Parks and Forests With No Hunting Allowed ... Wisconsin State Parks and Trails with Hunting Opportunities ... [Read More]
WDNR - Wisconsin State Parks System Strategic Plan
This planning effort is undertaken to provide direction and focus on the challenges and opportunities facing the Wisconsin State Park System for the next 5 years. This strategic planning process will: ... Can't make a town meeting? We would still like to hear from you. Please take a look at our draft mission and vision statement along with other materials ... [Read More]
WDNR - State Parks and Recreation
The Wisconsin State Park System provides places for outdoor recreation and for learning about nature and conservation. The 93 state parks, forests, trails, and recreation areas report about 14 million visits a year. Come and join the fun! ... Friends of Wisconsin State Parks ... wiparks@dnr.state.wi.us ... [Read More]
Wisconsin State Parks Recreation Maps
Maps of state parks, trails, forests and recreation areas are listed below. Most of these maps are in portable document format (PDF, ) format. ... For more information on this topic, ask Wisconsin State Parks ,(608) 266-2181. ... Some of the links below will take you to pages with maps of campground, hunting areas, and other details as well as park and trail maps. Not all maps are available online. Maps are also available at the parks. ... [Read More]
National Park Guide
Parks and Recreation ... Seven States-New York to North Dakota , MI,MN,ND,NY,OH,PA,WI ... View all Parks A-Z ... [Read More]
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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WDNR - Pets in Wisconsin State Parks
The Devil's Lake South Shore area, except on paved roads and walkways en route to areas where pets are allowed Pinewoods family and group campground and the west loop of Whitewater campground in Kettle Moraine State Forest Southern Unit Aztalan State Park Governor Nelson State Park Portions of the Nelson Dewey State Park campground Portions of the Rock Island State Park campground Portions of the Tower Hill State Park campground ... Responsible pet owners and their pets are welcome in Wisconsin State Parks. Here are a few simple rules to ensure that you, your pet, and other visitors will enjoy the park. These rules apply to all pets except service animals assisting people with disabilities. ... [Read More]
WDNR - Current volunteer needs in Wisconsin state parks and forests
The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin sponsors work days at state parks and other DNR lands statewide. They're listed on the foundation's web site (exit DNR site). (4/25/01) ... Current Volunteer Needs in Wisconsin State Parks and Forests ... Peninsula State Park 's nature center welcomes donations of craft supplies for children's activities, hot cocoa and decaf coffee, bird seed, polaroid film, and binoculars. Your generosity will make a difference in this tight economy! (12/12/02) ... [Read More]
WDNR - Find a State Park or Forest
This new state park in Dane County was established during Wisconsin State Parks' 2000 centennial year. Capital Springs is a partnership project between Dane County Parks and Wisconsin State Parks. Although still in the planning process, Capital Springs offers many recreational opportunities including hiking, biking, fishing, wildlife watching, picnicking and camping. 3101 Lake Farm Road, Madison, 53711. (608) 224-3606. State map ... A diverse resource with a wide variety of historical and archaeological sites, wildlife, fisheries, and scenic beauty. The riverway contains 79,275 acres, more than 44,000 of them state owned, along 93.2 miles of the Wisconsin River. Camping is allowed on state-owned islands and sandbars except for a 2-mile stretch downstream of Ferry Bluff. C/o DNR Service Center 1500 N. Johns Street, Dodgeville 53533, (608) 935-3368, or Tower Hill State Park, 5808 County C, Spring Green 53588 (608) 588-2116. ... [Read More]
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