The history of the area we now call John Michael Kohler and Terry Andrae State Parks is a fascinating tale of ancient seas, mountain crushing glaciers, Native Americans, explorers and immigrants.
Kohler-Andrae State Park has recreational opportunities for everyone. View the links below to learn more about the popular activities at this park. Accessibility Kohler-Andrae State Park offers several accessible opportunities including an…
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The hills and valleys of Kettle Moraine South have a great variety of natural habitats, plants and animals, including many rare species. You may see or hear coyotes, red foxes, sandhill cranes and Cooper's hawks. The 3,500-acre Scuppernong River…
The southern unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest has three restored log cabins and America's largest outdoor museum of rural life. Old World Wisconsin [exit DNR], has many displays such as ethnic farmsteads that include furnished houses and…
The museum is located within the Forest Headquarters, and invites visitors to explore displays that interpret local glacial features, wildlife and plants you may see in the Southern Unit.
SwimmingThe southern unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest has two swimming beaches, at Ottawa Lake and Whitewater Lake. Lifeguards are not provided. Pets, soaps, food and beverages are prohibited in marked swim areas. Ottawa Lake and Whitewater…
HuntingMost of the Southern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest's 22,000 acres are open to hunting during established open seasons. Some seasons are subject to change. Consult the hunting and trapping regulations before going hunting.Hunting is…