Parks_Topic Contact_Lakeshore
- Email: Lakeshore State Park
- Phone: tel:+1-414-274-4281
Lakeshore State Park
Description
In the heart of downtown Milwaukee, Lakeshore State Park provides a unique urban oasis with recreational and educational opportunities geared to the urban population. Lakeshore State Park offers great views of the city and Lake Michigan and has a reservable, overnight boat slip.
Location
County: Milwaukee
Parks_Topic Contact_Lakeshore
500 N Harbor Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
United States
- Event
Wild Edible Plants / Jueves, 19 de julio – 6 a 7:30 p.m. Plantas silvestres comestibles (bilingual)
-
Learn which of Lakeshore’s plants are edible and how they can be used in cooking. Learn which plants to avoid eating, and which ones have been used as medicine. Meet at the Park’s north entrance, just west of Discovery World. All ages and abilities…
- Event
Firefly Drop-In Program
-
If you are planning on watching the fireworks from Lakeshore State Park, be sure to stop by our table and learn a bit about fireflies and nature’s living light display. One of the few bioluminescent animals, fireflies have always fascinated folks…
- Event
Bird Hike
-
Start July with a walk through Lakeshore State Park and discover what birds have decided to spend the summer with us.
- Event
History of Lakeshore State Park Hike / Caminata histórica del parque estatal Lakeshore (bilingual)
-
Learn about the history and construction of Lakeshore, Wisconsin’s only human-built, urban state park. We will walk a complete loop of the park, stopping to talk about the changing landscape along the way. Meet at the Park’s north entrance, just…
- Event
Sunset Hike / Caminata al puesto del sol (bilingual)
-
Summer is in full bloom! Join Lakeshore State Park staff on a leisurely walk around the park as you let your senses engage in the sights, sounds and smells of summer and relax as the sunsets. Meet at the Park’s north entrance, just west of Discovery…
- Event
Prairie Phenology Hike
-
Join us for our monthly prairie walk. Discover what’s currently blooming as the plants and animals of Lakeshore State Park welcome summer. This program is for individuals of all ages and abilities. Meet at the north entrance Casi cada cultura del…
- Event
Summer Solstice Sunset Hike / Caminata al puesto del sol para el Solsticio de Verano (bilingual)
-
Nearly every culture in the world celebrates the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year when the sun is the highest peak in the sky. As we enjoy a beautiful sunset, come walk and reflect on your own personal zeniths. Set intentions for…
- Event
Father's Day Fishing Clinic / Aprender a pescar con Papá para el Día del padre (bilingual)
-
Try a classic Father’s Day activity: fishing! Our staff will show you the ropes while you and your father figure spend some quality time together. No fishing license is required for children 15 years old and younger. All supplies will be provided…
- Event
Fossil Hike / Caminata de fósiles (bilingual)
-
What does Lakeshore State Park have to do with Niagara Falls? Come find out and learn some Wisconsin geological history as you explore the Lannon stone lining the park searching for fossilized coral, trilobites, brachiopods, and cephalopods. Meet at…
- Event
Pollinator Hike
-
Join our naturalist on a walk through Lakeshore State Park to view the many plants that benefit pollinators and learn what you can do to help our helpful insects. Meet at the north entrance. All ages and abilities are welcome! ¿Qué tiene que ver el…