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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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    Pothole Trail Guided Hike

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    Join the naturalist on a hike back in time to learn about the geology of Interstate Park 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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    Take a hike on the River Bluff Trail.

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    Nature Storytime: Glaciers

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    What are glaciers, and how did they change our land? Let’s find out!

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    Powerful Pollinators

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    Medicine, food, ecosystems – all of these things depend on the power of pollinators!

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    Outstanding Owls

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

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    125 Years At Interstate: Campfire Trivia

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    The Interstate Park and the Wisconsin State Park System are celebrating their 125th anniversary!

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    Freshwater Critters

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    Drop by the beach between 1 and 3 p.m. to learn about these underappreciated creatures.

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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! Canoes, kayaks and all other supplies are provided. Dress appropriately for weather and bugs. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No experience or…

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    2025 Ice to Water Trail Run

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    The 5th annual Ice to Water 5K/10K Trail Run and Dalles Dash Kids will start and end at the Skyline Shelter, near the Ice Age Center. The 5K Trail Run will be out on the Skyline hiking trail which climbs past rock-strewn ravines to the forested rim…

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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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