Facilities and Lands
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Selling Your Land
The Wisconsin State Legislature has given DNR the responsibility and authority to acquire land for conservation, natural resource protection and public outdoor recreation purposes. This authority is found in Chapter 23 of the Wisconsin Statutes. DNR…
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PDF maps by county
Select a county from the map or list to get a printable PDF file of public access lands by county. The companion pages include the legend, glossary and more. The Public Access Lands (PAL) Atlas is also available in book format. You can order the…
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Public Access Lands Mapping Application
The Public Access Lands (PAL) mapping application is a map-based system that allows you to locate and find information on properties open for public access. PAL can be used on your desktop or handheld device. Launch Public Access Lands Mapping…
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Resources and Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful links to find more information on the DNR Real Estate program
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Realty Management
Real estate operations do not end after the land is purchased by DNR. There are many actions that occur on DNR managed land to ensure good land practices and management. The Department of Natural Resources purchases land to manage and protect…
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Public Access Lands Publications
Launch Public Access Lands online mapping application. Buy the Public Access Lands (PAL) Atlas or county portions thereof. Download county PDF map series. Search DNR lands for outdoor activities.
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Payments in lieu of tax (PILT)
BEGINNING TAX YEAR 2021, PAYMENTS WILL BE MADE AT A MINIMUM OF $3.50 PER ACREOnline Mill Rate EntryNOTICE: Beginning in November 2024 the Web Access Managed System (WAMS) security access will be replaced by MyWisconsin ID.Go to MyWisconsinID for…
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Interim Forest Management Plans
Interim Forest Management Plans (IFMPs) are intended to guide timber management on properties that do not yet have formal master plans. The department expects to complete detailed master plans for these properties at some point in the future.…
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Land Types We Buy
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) focuses on purchasing lands within the boundaries of established management areas which provide protection for various activities such as fisheries and wildlife management, natural area…