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Mirror Lake State Park

Mirror Lake State Park

Description

This park is named for its centerpiece, a lake which often is so Locationcalm that not a ripple marks its surface. The lake reflects a wooded shoreline with cliffs up to 50 feet high, a swimming beach, and wetlands that are home to a variety of wildlife. The park's 2,200 acres includes several picnic areas, wooded campsites, summer rentals, and a cabin for people with disabilities.

Location

 Directions

  43.56627, -89.817436

County: Sauk

  • Event

    Nature Storytime

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    Meet the Naturalist down at the beach anytime between 1-3 p.m. to listen to some stories about the critters that live in the park. This is a great opportunity to sit and enjoy some time in the outdoors for an afternoon!

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    Learn To Fish

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    Meet the naturalist down at the boat launch to learn some basic fishing techniques and get to know some of the fish living in Mirror Lake.

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    Cliffwood Campfire Stories

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    Meet the Naturalist in the turnaround circle near sites 135-140 to learn about some fire safety and hear some campfire stories. Smores will be included!

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    Fishing Fun Drop-In

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    Meet the Naturalist down at the beach anytime between 1-3 p.m. to practice casting some different types of poles, identifying various species of fish that live in Mirror Lake and learning about different types of lures and bait.

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    Bluff Canyon Trail Hike

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    Meet the naturalist at the bluff canyon trailhead to hike one of Mirror Lake's newest trails! The trail is a little over a mile and a half and overlooks the beautiful narrows of Mirror Lake. Mosquito Repellent is strongly encouraged.

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    Kayak Tour Of Mirror Lake

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    Meet the naturalist at the boat landing for an evening paddle to enjoy the peaceful lake and learn about the park's natural history, geology and vegetation.

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    Explorer Book Workshop Drop-In

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    Meet the naturalist at the beach anytime from 1 - 3 p.m. to grab an explorer book and work together to complete some of its activities. 

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    Campfire Stories in Sandstone Ridge

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    Meet the naturalist in the Sandstone Ridge campground between sites 67-72 to learn about some fire safety as well as hear some campfire stories. Smores will be provided!

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    Tracks And Scat Drop In

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    Meet the naturalist at the beach anytime between 1 and 3 p.m. to look at and learn about some of the common tracks and different prints we may find in the park, as well as some scat from some of the park's animal residents.

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    Newport/Lakeview Stroll

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    Meet the naturalist at the park office for a pleasant morning stroll through the woods.

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