Lapham Peak has more than 17 miles of loop trails in the forest that vary in difficulty. Trails may be combined to create your own circuit or one-way hike. Most trails are open to hikers in the summer and cross-country skiers in the winter. …
There is one backpacking campsite open year-round in the forest. The campsite is along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. The site is about a 0.25-mile, downhill hike from the Tower parking lot, and about a 1-mile, uphill hike from the…
WeatherWeather forecastCross-country skiingFor snow conditions, please see the Friends of Lapham Peak cross-country ski trail conditions webpage.Hikers, snowshoers and pets are not allowed on groomed ski trails and should use the Ice Age Trail, the…
The Lapham Peak Unit of Kettle Moraine State Forest provides a wide range of recreation opportunities. Click the links below to learn more about some of the popular activities available at this property. Hiking Hiking at Kettle Moraine State…
Pets are welcome at Pike Lake with a few simple rules. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 8 feet, under control and attended to at all times. Pets are allowed at the pet swimming beach, in designated pet picnic areas east of the gravel bike…
Pike Lake was named for its excellent walleye pike fishing, but there are also several other types of game fish in the lake. Anglers can either fish from boats or shore, outside the marked swimming area (tall white buoys). Also, Pike Lake offers an…
The Headwaters Recreation Management Area of the Kettle Moraine State Forest - Pike Lake Unit has 74 acres open to hunting during established hunting seasons. Some seasons are subject to change. Special disabled permits can be obtained by…