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    Hunting

    Hunting and trapping are allowed in the open areas of the park during the Wisconsin state parks hunting and trapping time frame. Trapping is not permitted in closed areas, as noted on the park hunting map or within 100 yards of any designated use…

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    Nature

    Cliffs rising up from the waters of Sturgeon Bay are part of a geologic formation known as the Niagara Escarpment. You may see deer grazing on the bluff and hawks soaring overhead. The bluff at Potawatomi was once valued for the stone it provided…

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    Water Recreation

    Boating, canoeing and kayaking Potawatomi State Park is a base for boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, SCUBA diving and water skiing on Green Bay. Over two miles of shoreline provide many scenic views and recreational opportunities. There is a…

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    Winter Recreation

    Cross-country skiing The park has four groomed cross-country ski trails totaling about 8.5 miles. The Blue, Black and Red trails are groomed for both classic and skate skiing. The Green Trail is groomed for classic skiing only. Parking and…

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    Concessions and Rentals

    The store is located next to the nature center in Potawatomi State Park. Hours May through Sept. 4, 2022 Mondays to Thursdays: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.…

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    Camping

    Potawatomi State Park has family and group campsites and an accessible cabin for people with disabilities. Reservations Reserve a campsite online. Daisy Field campground Two loops of the Daisy Field campground offer a total of 123 campsites…

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    Picnic Areas and Shelters

    Potawatomi State Park has several picnic areas along the Sturgeon Bay shoreline, as well as an overlook of the park's old ski hill. There are playgrounds in the picnic area by Parking Lot 2 and the Daisy Field campground. A shelter is available for…

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    Hiking

    There are several hiking trails at the park. Potawatomi is home to the eastern terminus of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, which begins near the old ski hill overlook. Ancient Shores trail (0.5 miles) Educational signs on this trail highlight…

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    Conditions

    Weather Weather forecast Observation Tower The observation tower at Potawatomi State Park is closed due to significant wood decay. The DNR continues to consider the future of the tower and is committed to finding a path forward. Potawatomi…

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    Maps

    Potawatomi summer map Potawatomi campground map Potawatomi winter map Potawatomi hunting and trapping map

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