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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Geology Rocks!
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Stop by the swimming beach area at Lake O’ the Dalles to learn about our very own igneous rock.
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Interstate's Glacial Legacy
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Stop by the trailhead of the Pothole Trail to learn about the glacial features that make our park so special.
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A Look Back
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Stop by the Beach House at the Lake O’ the Dalles to discover the incredible accomplishments of the Civilian Conservation Corps here at Interstate Park.
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Mussels of the St. Croix
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Drop by the park’s boat launch on the St. Croix River to learn about these creatures that have been called the “kidneys of the river”.
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Of Bees & Butterflies
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Stop by the swimming beach area at Lake O’ the Dalles to learn about the importance of pollinators and what can be done to help them.
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The Amazing Beaver
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Drop by outside the Beach House at the Lake O’ the Dalles to learn about this mammal’s special adaptations.
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Dragonfly vs. Damselfly
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Stop by the swimming beach area at Lake O’ the Dalles to learn about the similarities and differences of these two elegant arthropods.
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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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Birds of Interstate
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Meet at Camp Interstate (across from the entrance to the south campground) to learn more about the birds that nest at Interstate Park.