Fish, Wildlife and Parks
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Biking
Rawley Point Bicycle trail The Rawley Point Bicycle Trail starts at the lodge parking lot and goes south through pine and hemlock forest for 5 miles. The trail consists of a hard-packed limestone base but also features gentle rolling hills. It…
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History
The earliest North American Indians from this region lived here during the Copper Culture Age. In recent historic times, North American Indian tribes consisted of the Winnebago, Fox, Potawatomi, Miami and Sauk tribes. 1830: Local North American…
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Picnic Areas and Shelters
All picnic and shelter areas include picnic tables, grills, drinking water and restrooms. The concession stand in the lodge sells picnic supplies and items in season. There are picnic areas near the lodge itself, as well as picnic areas where you…
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Hiking
Point Beach boasts several miles of hiking trails through varied terrain, including 6 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline.Hiking trailsIce Age National Scenic TrailPoint Beach State Forest has a segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. This trail…
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Camping
Point Beach State Forest offers 127 campsites, many of which offer electric hook-ups for a great camping experience!ReservationsReserve a campsite online.Family campgroundThe family campground consists of 127 sites, 70 of them with electricity…
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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.
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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…
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Conditions
Property Notice: A timber harvest will be taking place at Point Beach State Forest from March 4 through June 15, 2026. Some trails and parking lots within the harvest area may be closed during this time. Signs will be posted when closures are in…
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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. Accessibility Point Beach State Forest offers accessible opportunities and…