Parks
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History of the Wisconsin State Park System
Camping in a state park circa 1936. Learn about the history of the Wisconsin State Park System from its inception to the present day with this interactive Story Map.
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Give The Gift Of Adventure This Holiday Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to support the Wisconsin State Park System this holiday season. Merchandise and pass sales help to fund the daily operations of Wisconsin’s state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas.
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Storied Past, Bright Future: What’s To Come For The Wisconsin State Park System
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has celebrated the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System throughout 2025.
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Delavan-Darien High School Student Wins 2026 Wisconsin State Park And Forest Vehicle Admission Pass Design Contest
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Delavan-Darien High School graduated senior Jaelyn Logterman is the winner of the 2026 Wisconsin State Park and Forest vehicle admission pass design contest.
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Wisconsin State Park System Brings Autumn Fun
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that candlelight hikes, fall festivals and other seasonal events will be held throughout October and November at Wisconsin State Park System properties.
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Interstate Park Commemorates 125 Years With Anniversary Celebration
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to attend an anniversary celebration event at Interstate Park in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Join DNR staff, partners, local officials and other special guests to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System's oldest park.
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DNR Offers Universal Recreation With Outdoor Options For All
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that Wisconsin’s state parks, forests and recreation areas offer a variety of universal recreation options available across the state. These include equipment available to borrow, such as adaptive kayaks, all-terrain wheelchairs and beach wheelchairs, and amenities such as accessible fishing piers, universal play areas and barrier-free accessible cabins for camping.
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Tank Creek Bridge
On May 15, 2025, a fire occurred on the bridge over Tank Creek located on the Great River State Trail. The fire was extinguished by the Trempealeau, Onalaska and Holmen fire departments. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Based…
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Governor Announces Outdoor Industry Award Winners; Wisconsin State Park System Honored
Gov. Tony Evers and the Department of Tourism’s Office of Outdoor Recreation recently announced seven individuals and organizations as the first recipients of the newly created Wisconsin Governor’s Outdoor Industry Awards, and the Wisconsin State Park System was honored with Destination of the Year.
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Discover New Wisconsin State Park System Merch
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the launch of a merchandise line commemorating the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System.