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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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    Macro Marvels

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    Stop by outside the Beach House at Lake O’ the Dalles to find out about the macroinvertebrates that call our waters home.

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    Bird Scavenger Hunt

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    Take a self-guided hike down the Skyline Trail (beginning next to the Visitor Center) to see if you can spot all 15 bird photos hidden along the trail.

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    Supermoon Hike

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    View the supermoon from atop the highest point in the park.

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    Of Bees And Butterflies

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    Stop by the swimming beach area at Lake O’ the Dalles to learn about Wisconsin’s pollinators during our statewide Pollinator Week.

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    Pothole Trail Hike

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    Meet at the Pothole Trail sign to take a hike with the park naturalist and learn about the unique geology and history of the area.

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    Animal Olympics

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    Find out how you compare to some of Wisconsin's woodland animals.

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    An Evening on the Bluffs

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    Interstate Park is located along the St. Croix River and has its own lake within the park—talk about water access!

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    Drop in the Bucket

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    Interstate Park is located along the St. Croix River and has its own lake within the park—talk about water access!

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    Great Snakes!

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    View real snake skins and see how long some of the Wisconsin species can become.

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    Pothole Trail Hike

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    Meet at the Pothole Trail sign to take a hike with the park naturalist and learn about the unique geology and history of the area.

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