Parks_Topic Contact_Interstate
- Email: Interstate Park
- Phone: tel:+1-715-483-3747
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
County: Polk
Parks_Topic Contact_Interstate
1275 State Hwy 35
St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
United States
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Interstate Hiking Club
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Join volunteer Kathy Scharfenberg and St. Croix Falls Community Education for a once-a-month hike exploring the park!
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Animal Athletics
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How high can you jump? How fast can you run? How far can you see? Test your skills against some of Wisconsin’s woodland creatures while learning about the amazing adaptations of wildlife
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Mussels of the St. Croix
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Drop by the beach area to learn about the importance of freshwater mussels, their role in healthy rivers and the mussel diversity in the St. Croix River!
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Freshwater Critters
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Have you ever seen a creepy crawler floating around a lake or river? Then you have seen a macroinvertebrate! Drop by the beach any time between 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. to learn about these underappreciated creatures!
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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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Take A Hike!
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Hike the Echo Canyon and Summit Rock Trails for a diverse array of mushrooms and lichen, as well as a breathtaking view of the St. Croix!
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Nature Storytime: Mammoths
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Let’s learn about these prehistoric animals and how they used to roam our land together!
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Paddling In The Park
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Join volunteer Bob Whaley to learn paddle strokes and helpful tips for canoeing and kayaking.
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Bees, Bees, Bees
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Come to the beach area playground to learn about Wisconsin’s 400+ species of native bees and their vital roles in our ecosystem!
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Bat-ty For Nature
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Stop by the Ice Age Center to learn about these amazing creatures of the night, their unique adaptations and their important roles in our ecosystems.