Parks
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Kettle Moraine State Forest – Mukwonago River Unit
Location and Directions The property is about 5 miles west of the town of Mukwonago and about 3 miles north of the town of East Troy. There is a parking area on Waukesha County Highway LO. Visitors may park their vehicles in this area and walk into…
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History
Havenwoods is a triangle of land that has almost come full circle. Before 1843, this land was a swampy forest. Wild animals trekked through the tall trees followed occasionally by Native Americans in search of food. European settlement In 1836,…
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Nature
The natural environment and land of Havenwoods has a unique history. Almost every square foot of the property has been plowed, built on, filled in or paved. A casual hike today will reveal a few clues to this past. There is still much work to be…
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Environmental Awareness Center
Location 6141 N. Hopkins St. Milwaukee, WI 53209 The forest entrance is at the intersection of Douglas Avenue and North Hopkins Street. Phone Number 414-527-0232 Hours The nature center is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to…
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Recreation
Havenwoods State Forest offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities in the city of Milwaukee. Bicycling The limestone trails and asphalt roads (about 2 miles) are open to bicycles. Please use caution as these trails are shared with hikers.
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Recreation
Surrounded by swamps, bogs and other watery lowlands, the Willow Flowage Scenic Waters Area is isolated from roads and development. This remoteness, along with its natural shoreline, draws visitors from around the state and region. For a wilderness…
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Basic Information
Location and Directions The Pine and Popple Wild Rivers designation is located in southern Florence County in far northeastern Wisconsin. Access from the south is via either U.S. Highway 41 or 141 or State Highway 101; access from the west is via U…