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    Picnic Areas and Shelters

    There are eight designated picnic areas. Picnic shelters are available at Enee Point, the amphitheater, Twin Valley picnic area and Cox Hollow and Twin Valley beaches. Contact the park office for shelter reservation information. There are…

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    Horseback Riding

    The park has 22 miles of bridle trails providing riders an unequaled view of Governor Dodge's rich and varied landscape. Bring your own horse, as the park does not provide rentals. Day-use parking is available, as well as an equestrian campground…

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    Camping

    Seasonal Water Systems: At Governor Dodge State Park, showers and drinking water are available from Memorial Day weekend to Oct. 1 depending on the weather. Potable water can be obtained from the park office to fill jugs between Oct. 1, 2023 and…

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    Biking

    The park has 8 miles of challenging off-road bicycle trails. State Trail Passes are required to use the bike trails. Trails are open May 1 to Nov. 15 unless posted otherwise. Meadow Valley and Mill Creek trails are designated off-road biking…

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    Hiking

    Governor Dodge maintains nearly 40 miles of trails. All are open to hiking, except on ski trails when they are snow-covered. Access to Military Ridge State Trail The park provides a connector trail to the 40-mile Military Ridge State Trail,…

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    Water Recreation

    Boating, canoeing and kayaking Public access is provided on these lakes by either a developed boat landing or walk-in access. Lake Seven, Mauthe, Forest and Butler lakes prohibit the use of gas-powered motors. Other boating restrictions may apply.…

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    Concessions and Rentals

    Nicolet Bay Camp Store and Rentals The camp store at Nicolet Beach has essential supplies, souvenirs and ice. The snack bar, open during the summer, features pizza, burgers and soft-serve ice cream. Nicolet Beach Concession also rents canoes,…

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    Conditions

    Weather Weather Forecast [Exit DNR]

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    Recreation

    Governor Dodge State Parks offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities for visitors to enjoy year-round. Click the links below to learn more about some of the popular activities available at this park. Bicycling Bicycling at Governor…

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    Maps

    Trail Maps Governor Dodge State Park property map [PDF] Winter trails map [PDF] Campground Maps Campground maps [PDF]

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