Recreation

Rawley Point Lighthouse

Point BeachLighthouse at Rawley Point © JamesBrey / iStock A major feature of Point Beach is Rawley Point and the lighthouse operated by the U.S. Coast Guard. The Coast Guard has operated a lighthouse here since 1853.

Concessions and Rentals

Concessions are open seasonally from Memorial Day through fall by a private concessionaire. Concessions are located in the Lodge Building on the north end of the campground. Grocery items, camp supplies, ice, food and refreshments are available for…

Conditions

WeatherWeather forecast [exit DNR]BeachFor beach conditions, please see the Beach conditions website.ConcessionsConcessions are closed for the season.

Maps

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Recreation

Point Beach State Forest provides recreational activities for everyone. Click the links below to learn about some of the popular activities available at this property.AccessibilityPoint Beach State Forest offers an array of accessibility…

Point Beach State Forest

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Fishing

Recreational fishing opportunities are limited within the park. The lake does not support a population of sport fish. The Black River below Big Manitou Falls is occasionally fished, although numbers have declined since the DNR stopped stocking the…

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…

Water Recreation

Hiking

Pattison State Park has over 7 miles of trails. The Black River begins its winding journey about 22 miles southwest of the park at Black Lake on the Wisconsin-Minnesota border. As it passes through Pattison State Park, it drops 31 feet over Little…