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    Winter Recreation

    The park has 2 miles of hard packed trails on the north side of the river available for pet owners and for activities like snowshoeing, dog sledding and hiking. The park’s 9 miles of cross-country ski trails on the south side of the river are…

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    Fishing

    Some warm water species such as panfish, bass and northern can be found below the dam. The Willow River is stocked with trout and fishing is available both above and below the lake bed. Trout fishing is likely best upstream of the waterfall.

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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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    Wisconsin Animals

    Wisconsin hosts 668 native vertebrates, including fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds and

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    Conditions

    WeatherWeather forecast [exit DNR]Little Falls LakeLittle Falls Lake is back to full pool. Bass and panfish have been restocked for the past several years, however, it will take a couple of years for stocked fish to grow. Trout fishing is closed.…

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    Picnic Areas and Shelters

    Picnicking at Willow River State Park. Photo by Wisconsin DNR. At Willow River State Park, there are picnic areas with tables and grills available at several locations throughout the park. The largest picnic area is down by the beach on…

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    Camping

    Family Camping. iStock.com / Dean Mitchell Willow River's campground, on the southern shore of Little Falls Lake, is very popular and has one of the highest occupancy rates in the Wisconsin State Park System.

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    Hiking

    Hiking in woods iStock.com / fstop123 The park has 13 miles of hiking trails that vary in difficulty. The most popular hiking trail destination is Willow Falls and the scenic overlooks of the river valley. 

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    Recreation

    Recreation at Willow River State Park. Photo by Wisconsin DNR. Willow River State Park offers a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy year-round. View the links below to learn more about some of the popular activities…

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    Maps

    Trail Maps Willow River Summer Trails Map Willow River Winter Trails Map Willow River Mountain Bike Trails Map Campground Maps

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