Fish, Wildlife and Parks
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Wisconsin Wildlife Action Plan
The Wisconsin Wildlife Action Plan (WWAP) focuses on the conservation of rare and declining species and their habitats. First published in 2005, it was updated in 2015 to satisfy funding eligibility through the State Wildlife Grant Program…
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Conditions
The stairway to the overlook above Willow Falls will be temporarily closed beginning May 12, 2025 for repairs. The stairway should re-open by Memorial Day weekend. The overlooks and main viewing platform at the bridge will remain open and can be…
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Picnic Areas and Shelters
Picnicking at Willow River State Park. Photo by Wisconsin DNR. 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…
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Nature Center
The nature center is about 2 miles west of the park entrance next to the main picnic area. Explore the many hands-on displays and see live animals. Park naturalists host many interpretive programs throughout the year. Things to do Learn about…
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Camping
Family Camping. iStock.com / Dean Mitchell 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.
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Hiking
Hiking in woods iStock.com / fstop123 The park has 13 miles of hiking trails that vary in difficulty. The most popular hiking trail destination is Willow Falls and the scenic overlooks of the river valley.