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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

 Directions

  45.395413, -92.649259

County: Polk

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    Nature Chalk And Crafts

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    Join the park naturalist at the playground anytime between 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. to enjoy some nature-themed crafts and chalk.

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    Lichen Hike

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    More than what meets the eye and often overlooked, lichen is everywhere at Interstate Park. Join the naturalist on a hike to learn exactly what lichen is, its role in the environment and how to identify it!

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    Pothole Trail Guided Hike

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    Join the park 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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    Nature Storytime: Feathers

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    What do birds wear and how do they change their clothes? Let’s learn about bird feathers. Meet in the Ice Age Center classroom at 10 a.m.

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    Outstanding Owls

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    Drop by the Ice Age Interpretive Center to join park volunteers, learn about the many owl species found in Wisconsin, admire the amazing adaptations of these night predators and make your own owl craft!

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    Pothole Trail Guided Hike

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    Join park volunteer Bob Whaley 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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    Lake O' the Dalles Scavenger Hunt

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    Stop by the Ice Age Interpretive Center to pick up a scavenger hunt guide and then head down to the Lake O’ the Dalles trail.

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    Take A Hike!

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    Enjoy a walk on the Meadow Valley/Ravine Trail and see wildflowers, mosses and the Ravine Shelter!

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    Nature Storytime: Animal Habitats

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    Nature Storytime is led by volunteer Kathy Scharfenberg and includes a short story and fun activities.

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    Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday Party

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    It's Smokey the Bear's 80th Birthday! Join Interstate Park in celebrating this conservation icon's big day with plenty of activities and events.

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