Parks
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Maps
Trail Maps Kinnickinnic State Park Property Map [PDF] Kinnickinnic State Park Mountain Bike Trails Map [PDF] Hunting Map Hunting and trapping map [PDF]
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History
Council Grounds was once city-owned and called Wildwood City Park. In 1938, the city of Merrill presented the original 278 acres west of the city to the state of Wisconsin and it was designated Council Grounds State Forest. Before its classification…
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Winter Recreation
Backcountry cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are available in winter. The park does not monitor ice conditions on the lake or river.
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Hunting
Hunting and trapping are allowed in the open areas of the park during the Wisconsin state parks hunting and trapping time frame. Trapping is not permitted in closed areas as noted on the park hunting map or within 100 yards of any designated use…
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Fishing
An accessible fishing pier is on the northwest side of the park near the boat landing. The fishing pier has a wide walkway and safety rails. It is connected to the boat landing area by a universally accessible trail containing fishing platforms…
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Water Recreation
Swimming The 217-foot beach has an expansive sunning area and a picnic area. The best time for swimming is mid-June through mid-August. Lifeguards are not provided. Boating, canoeing and kayaking A dam on the Wisconsin River at Council Grounds…
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Picnic Areas and Shelters
A large picnic area with an open shelter is near the beach on Lake Alexander. The shelter is available on a first-come, first-served basis. There are also picnic tables along the lake shore between the beach and boat landing. A reservable, enclosed…
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Camping
Council Grounds State Park offers family and group campsites, open from May 1 to October 31. Shower and toilet facilities and the dump station are open seasonally from approximately mid-May to mid-October.ReservationsCamping reservations are…
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Hiking
Several trails meander through various parts of the park, offering flat to rolling topography for hikers. The park's 2.5-mile main road is also popular with walkers and runners. Please help preserve the park's resources and prevent erosion by…