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Rib Mountain State Park

Rib Mountain State Park

Description

This billion-year-old hill is one of the oldest geological formations on earth. Rib Mountain State Park is a premier day-use facility with picnicking, hiking trails and a reservable amphitheater. The top of the 60-foot observation tower offers spectacular views of the Wausau area and Wisconsin River. Granite Peak Ski Area is on the north face of the mountain and offers downhill skiing and snowboarding during winter.

Location

 Directions

  44.920922, -89.689094

County: Marathon

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    Trail Treks Guided Hike - Gray Trail

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    Come explore the trails with the park naturalist!

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    Trail Treks Guided Hike - The Quarry

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    Come explore the trails with the Park Naturalist! The Quarry trail is not only beautiful but a part of Rib Mountain's history. While you hike this moderate, 2.2 mile loop, enjoy learning about the history, people, and plant life on the mountain.…

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    Rib Mountain History Hike

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    Join in on this informative lead hike to the old homestead location. We'll walk and talk about the early settlement history in this area of the park.

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    Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth

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    See the classic Shakespeare play, Macbeth, at Wisconsin State Parks!

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    Wausau Wayfarers Hiking Meet-Up

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    Enjoy a hike to take in the park’s spectacular views and explore its talus slopes and rare plants.

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    Snake Discovery Program

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    This educational reptile program offers a hands-on program, covering topics like diet, habitat, defense mechanisms and fun facts, using an assortment of props and live animals!

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    Birding Hike

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    Members of the Wausau Bird Club will be leading this hike, and the Friends of Rib Mountain hope to see you there.

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    Spring Wildflower and Birding Hike

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    The Friends of Rib Mountain State Park invite the public to hike and explore the glory of Rib Mountain State Park, and enjoy the park’s many spring wildflowers and the birds that live and nest there.

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    Spring Wildflower and Birding Hike

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    The Friends of Rib Mountain State Park invite the public to hike and explore the glory of Rib Mountain State Park, and enjoy the park’s many spring wildflowers and the birds that live and nest there.

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    Candlelight Snowshoe Hike

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    The Friends of Rib Mountain State Park invite you to explore Rib Mountain State Park on snowshoes! A candlelight hike is set for Saturday, Feb. 4 from 5-7 p.m.

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