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…
Before the 1830s, this area of Ho-Chunk (Winnebago) Indian land was considered "unbroken wilderness."
Buckhorn State Park includes a number of different environments, ranging from floodplain forest to prairie, savanna and desert-like areas. We encourage you to explore these areas. Personal experience with nature has no substitute.
Canoe, kayak and bicycle rentals are available in season from the Friends of Buckhorn State Park. Contact the park office for more information.
2026 Road Construction, Boat Launch and Campground ClosuresBeginning in winter 2026, a large road construction project will be taking place at Buckhorn State Park that will affect availability of the group camp area, backpack campsites, the…
Jean Brunet The park is named for Jean Brunet, who was born in France in 1791 of nobility and came to America in 1818 and settled in St. Louis. Called a man of “considerable note,” he served as an officer in the U.S. Army and participated in the…
Hundreds of plant species live and grow in the park, which is in Wisconsin's North Central Forest landscape. Trees Hike along the Timber and Jean Brunet trails and you will see gigantic hemlocks. Walk quietly and you may see deer or grouse. Deer…