Recreation

Wisconsin Explorer Program

VPA Code of Conduct

Follow all hunting, fishing and trapping regulations. Only access areas posted with VPA signs. Know the field boundaries and do not trespass on the surrounding private land. Access is limited to foot traffic only. No motorized vehicles…

Travel Wisconsin

The Wisconsin State Park System partners with Travel Wisconsin to encourage more people to visit Wisconsin’s great outdoors. Visit TravelWisconsin.com to find lodging, restaurants, entertainment options and other activities around our state parks,…

Property Planning

A property plan, also called a master plan, for a DNR property establishes the level and types of public uses and the authorized resource management and facility development that may take place. Property plans are developed according to guidelines…

State Trails

Biking the 400 State Trail Photo credit: DNR Wisconsin has 44 State Trails open to the public. There are 43 land-based trails covering more than 1,700 miles. Thirteen of these trails are managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources,…

Weddings

Many couples hold wedding ceremonies and receptions surrounded by the natural beauty of Wisconsin state parks. If you are planning a simple event for a small group, you may conduct the wedding in just about any public place in the property. If you…

Horseback Riding

Horseback riders can ride on more than 700 miles of trails in Wisconsin state parks, forests, recreation areas and unsurfaced trails on former rail lines. This page lists places with a mile or more of horse trails. Six of these properties offer a…

Hiking

Wisconsin's state parks and forests protect the most beautiful parts of the state, offering some of the best trails for exploring the outdoors. Whether hiking for a short distance or a multi-day excursion, hikers can find more than 2,700 miles of…

Hunting and trapping in Wisconsin State Parks

State parks hunting and trapping time frame State park maps State trail maps State Ice Age Trail Area and North Country Trail Area maps State parks hunting and trapping time frame In general, there are two time periods where hunting and…

Group camping fee waivers

Wisconsin nonprofit organizations whose primary purpose is improving the mental or physical health of people with disabilities may be eligible for a camping fee waiver. To apply for a waiver, the group must submit a Camping Fee Waiver Request [PDF]…