Parks_Topic Contact_Gov Dodge
- Email: Governor Dodge State Park
- Phone: tel:+1-608-935-2315
Governor Dodge State Park
Description
Governor Dodge State Park is one of the state's largest parks, with 5,350 acres of steep hills, bluffs, and deep valleys plus two lakes and a waterfall. Located in Wisconsin's scenic driftless area, Governor Dodge offers camping, picnicking, hiking, canoeing, biking, hunting, fishing, off-road biking, cross-country skiing and horseback riding opportunities.
Contact
Website: Governor Dodge State Park
Location
County: Iowa
Parks_Topic Contact_Gov Dodge
4175 Hwy 23 N
Dodgeville, WI 53533
United States
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Ecology Walk
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Take in the sights on a short segment of the Driftless Trail and learn about the ecology of our forests.
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Nature Station: Raptors
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Governor Dodge State Park is home to unique raptors that rule the skies. Stop by the table in front of the park office any time between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. to learn about these fascinating birds of prey. A parking pass is required.
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Music In The Park: The Old Gray Cats
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Join us at the Cox Hollow Beach shelter for a fun night of music by the lake featuring The Old Gray Cats, a Wisconsin-based bluegrass and folk group.
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Nature Station: Turtles
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Stop by Cox Hollow Beach any time between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to celebrate World Turtle Day by learning about Wisconsin’s turtles and how you can help protect them. A parking pass is required.
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Prehistoric Rock Art
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Take a look into the past with a presentation on the prehistoric rock art of southern Wisconsin. Meet at the Amphitheater.
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First Day Hike at Governor Dodge State Park
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Hike the 1.25-mile loop on Lake View Trail; self-guided at your own pace; hot cider and campfire provided by the Friends of Governor Dodge State Park until 12:30 p.m.
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Bats: Memorable Mysterious Marvels
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Join DNR bat biologist Heather Kaarakka to explore nature’s nighttime superheroes.
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Candlelight Hike
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Come enjoy an autumn evening hike on the 1.25-mile Lakeview Trail lined with luminaries.
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Park Trivia
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Stop by the front of the park office any time between 2 and 3:30 p.m. to test your knowledge of the park.