Parks
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Nature
In the Mississippi River valley, surrounded by the hills of Wisconsin's Coulee Region, Merrick State Park is home to a variety of fish, birds, other animals and plants. Rising and falling river levels, though controlled some by dams, are part of the…
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History
The history of the park is closely entwined with the history of the upper Mississippi River. The changing river In the early days of the United States, the river was characterized by a series of relatively deep pools separated by sand bars and…
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Concessions
The Friends Group provides canoes and kayaks for rental on a first-come, first-served basis. Please call the park prior to your trip to confirm availability and for conditions on the Mississippi River. An adaptive kayak is also…
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Recreation
Merrick State Park offers a variety of recreation opportunities for visitors to enjoy year-round.
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Conditions
Weather Weather forecast [exit DNR] Camping The North campground will remain open until December 1 but may close sooner if there is measurable snow. The Island campground and the group sites are closed for the season.--…
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Concessions
Canoes can be rented at the park office from the Friends of Lake Wissota State Park. Canoe, kayak rentals are also available from local vendors. The Friends of Lake Wissota sell firewood at the park office. Check with the park office for contact…
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Camping
Lake Wissota State Park has both family and group sites available for camping.ReservationsReserve a campsite online.Family campgroundCampers will find 116 wooded, secluded family campsites; 58 have electricity. There are showers, flush toilets…