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Willow River State Park

Willow River State Park

Description

With nearly 3,000 acres of prairie, forests, and panoramic river scenery, Willow River State Park offers year-round recreation opportunities in western Wisconsin. The park is about five miles northeast of Hudson, and has a campground, a boat launch and a 400-foot beach and picnic area centered on 172-acre Little Falls Lake.

Location

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  45.016515, -92.687874

County: Saint Croix

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    Discover The Willow 6-Mile Hike

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    Join the naturalist on a 6-mile round-trip hike and discover some of Willow River State Park's most beautiful sights.

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    Let’s Go Kayaking!

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    Join the naturalist on a scenic kayaking trip across Little Falls Lake and up to the beautiful Willow Falls before peacefully floating back down the river.

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    Father’s Day Hike at Kinnickinnic State Park

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    This hike is for everyone who wants to celebrate the spirit of Father’s Day! Bring along someone special—a friend, family member, mentor or anyone who has been a caring presence in your life and join us for a refreshing 3-mile round-trip hike…

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    Let’s Go Kayaking!

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    Join the naturalist on a scenic kayaking trip across Little Falls Lake and up to the beautiful Willow Falls before peacefully floating back down the river.

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    Fishing In The Dark!

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    Join us during Free Fun Weekend just before dusk and watch the sunset as we cast our lines off into Little Falls Lake!

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    Hello Spring 6-mile Hike

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    Get outside and greet spring as you embark on a guided 6-mile round-trip hike and discover some of the most beautiful sights at Willow River State Park.

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    Let’s Go Kayaking!

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    Join the naturalist on a scenic kayaking trip across Little Falls Lake and up to the beautiful Willow Falls before peacefully floating back down the river.

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    A Waste Free Walk Along The Willow

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    Holiday weekends can be hard on this park we all know and love. Join us on the Tuesday following Memorial Day weekend for a parkwide trash cleanup day.

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    Sunday Stroll

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    Join the naturalist on a relaxing, easy 1.5-mile hike on the Trout Brook Trail. This relatively flat trail wanders along the lower Willow River through stands of red pine and prairie.

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    Spring Story Outdoor Exploratory

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    With spring in full swing and summer right around the corner, there’s no better time to get out and enjoy some fresh air, stories and smiles!

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