Parks
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Hiking
In spring, summer and fall, hike 8.4 miles of trails through many diverse ecological communities, including oak woodland and savannah and mesic and wet prairies. Wildflowers are abundant along the trails, and various animals can often be seen…
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Nature
The landscape of southern Wisconsin was once dominated by prairies and oak savannas. Efforts are underway to restore this complex ecosystem of plants and animals to the park. Restoration work is being concentrated in the open grass and marsh areas…
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Conditions
Weather Weather forecast Beach For updated lake and beach conditions, see the Beach Closings and Advisories Map.
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Recreation
Governor Nelson State Park provides a variety of recreation opportunities. View the links below to learn about some of the popular activities available at this park. Accessibility Governor Nelson State Park offers an accessible fishing pier and an…
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Recreation
The Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area, located in southeastern Sauk County, consists of a portion of the decommissioned Badger Army Ammunition Plant. Visitors may hunt, trap, hike, bird watch, pick mushrooms and berries, study nature, take…
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Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area
DirectionsSauk Prairie State Recreation Area is in south-central Wisconsin just south of Devil's Lake State Park. The entrance to the recreation area is directly off of US Highway 12 about 8 miles south of Baraboo and 9 miles north of Sauk City.Get…
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Winter Recreation
During winter, the Red, Blue, Brown, Pink and Black trails are packed and open as multi-use trails. Hiking, snowshoeing, skate or classic skiing, skijoring and pets are allowed on these trails. Fat tire bicycles are allowed on the Red…