Recreation
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Wisconsin Animals
Wisconsin hosts 668 native vertebrates, including fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds and m
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Conditions
The stairway to Willow Falls at Willow River State Park is temporarily closed until further notice due to conditions of the stairway. The overlooks and main viewing platform at the bridge remain open. Please keep out of any areas posted as closed.…
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Picnic Areas and Shelters
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 Little Falls Lake. No pets are allowed in the beach picnic area; there is a…
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Camping
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. Reservations Reserve a campsite online. Standard campgrounds The 300 campground…
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Hiking
The park has 13 miles of hiking trails that vary in difficulty. The most popular hiking trail destination is the Willow Falls and the scenic overlooks of the river valley. Burkhardt trail (Pink trail, 2 to 4 miles) Access is from the River Road…
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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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Pets and Dog Trialing
Pets are permitted [PDF] in all campgrounds, most trails, roads and outlying areas. Mauthe Lake and Long Lake recreation areas provide designated pet picnic areas for pet owners. Buildings, picnic areas, beach areas, playgrounds, nature trails and…
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Concessions and Rentals
Concession Stands For the 2023 season, the Mauthe Lake concession stand will be open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. Beverage options include soda, juice, lemonade, coffee, lattes, teas, smoothies…