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Interstate State Park

Interstate State Park

Description

Interstate is Wisconsin's oldest state park, established in 1900. Located along the picturesque St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, the park provides scenic views of the river and the steep-sided gorge known as the Dalles of the St. Croix. The Ice Age Interpretive Center features a film, photographs, murals and information.

Location

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  45.395413, -92.649259

County: Polk

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    Nature Storytime: Fishing

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    Let’s learn about fish and how to cast a fishing rod!

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    Shakespeare In The Park: Love's Labour's Lost

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    The Summit Players present their 2025 season: Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost.

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    Universe in the Park

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    Enjoy a 30–40-minute astronomy talk at sunset, followed by telescope viewing, weather permitting. Great for ages 8+ (talk) and 4+ (viewing).

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    Nature Storytime: Snakes

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    Scales, fangs and eggs, oh my! How do snakes move? What do they eat? What snakes live in Interstate?

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    Nature Storytime: Butterflies and Moths

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    What is the difference between these beautiful flying insects? Let’s find out together!

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    Pothole Trail Guided Hike

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    Join the naturalist on a hike back in time to learn about the geology of Interstate and how the unique terrain and characteristics of the St. Croix Valley came to be.

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    Bumble Bee BioBlitz

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    Learn about Wisconsin bumblebee identification and the importance of bumblebees in the Ice Age Center Classroom.

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    Take A Hike!

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    See the Horizon Rock CCC shelter, enjoy a breathtaking view of the St. Croix River and keep your eye out for wildlife on the Horizon Rock and Meadow Valley trails.

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    Outstanding Owls

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    Meet at the Ice Age Center to learn about the amazing adaptations of Wisconsin’s 11 owl species.

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    Snakes And Reptiles

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    Scales, fangs and eggs, oh my! Stop by the Ice Age Center any time between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to learn about some of the reptiles slithering around Interstate Park.

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