Recreation
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Hiking
There are more than nine miles of hiking trails in the park that offer many opportunities for viewing the spectacular scenery and natural attributes of the park. Guided hikes are offered during the summer months. Pets must be on a leash 8 feet…
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Recreation
Interstate Park provides a variety of recreation opportunities for all visitors. Click the links below to learn more about some of the popular activities available at this park. Boating, canoeing and kayaking Boating, canoeing and kayaking at…
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Maps
Interstate Park trail map (summer and winter) [PDF] North campground map [PDF] South campground map [PDF] Hunting and trapping map [PDF
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Summer Stage
Summer Stage [exit DNR] is an outdoor stage for the performing arts within the boundaries of Lapham Peak. Summer Stage offers a unique outdoor venue for music, theater, comedy and dance. Performances are typically June through August. The stage may…
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Horseback Riding
Horseback riding is permitted on the Prairie Path Trail (4.8 miles), on the west side of County Highway C. There are no overnight equestrian camps at Lapham Peak. A state trail pass is required for horseback riders 16 years of age and older.…
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Picnic Areas and Shelters
There are three picnic areas in the forest at Evergreen Grove, Homestead Hollow and the observation tower. Two areas have shelters that can be reserved. Reservations Reserve a shelter online. For shelter reservations, please remember…
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Camping
There is one backpacking campsite open year-round in the forest. The campsite is along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. The site is about a 0.25-mile, downhill hike from the Tower parking lot, and about a 1-mile, uphill hike from the…
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Fishing
Pike Lake was named for its excellent walleye pike fishing, but there are also several other types of game fish in the lake. Anglers can either fish from boats or shore, outside the marked swimming area (tall white buoys). Also, Pike Lake offers an…
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Hunting
The Headwaters Recreation Management Area of the Kettle Moraine State Forest - Pike Lake Unit has 74 acres open to hunting during established hunting seasons. Some seasons are subject to change. Special disabled permits can be obtained by…