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    Governor Dodge State Park

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    Winter Recreation

    The park has 2 miles of hard packed trails on the north side of the river available for pet owners and for activities like snowshoeing, dog sledding and hiking. The park’s 9 miles of cross-country ski trails on the south side of the river are…

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    Fishing

    Fishing by the lake. iStock.com / WillardLittle Falls Lake is a non-motorized lake. Gas and electric motors are prohibited, however, other area lakes and the St. Croix River offer motorized boating opportunities. 

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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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    Water Recreation

    SwimmingThere is a swimming beach on Little Falls Lake. Lifeguards are not provided. The Willow River is accessible in many places, however, there are no other designated swim areas in the park.Do not swim alone, at night or in unfamiliar places.…

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    Conditions

    WeatherWeather forecastLittle Falls LakeLittle Falls Lake is back to full pool. Bass and panfish have been restocked for the past several years. Ice fishing is common and generally occurs in front of the beach or boat launch. The department does not…

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    Picnic Areas and Shelters

    At Willow River State Park, there are picnic areas with tables and grills available at several locations throughout the park. The largest picnic area is down by the beach on Little Falls Lake. No pets are allowed in the beach picnic area; there is a…

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    Nature Center

    The nature center is about 2 miles west of the park entrance next to the main picnic area. Explore the many hands-on displays and see live animals. Park naturalists host many interpretive programs throughout the year. Things to do Learn about…

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    Camping

    Family Camping. iStock.com / Dean Mitchell Willow River's campground, on the southern shore of Little Falls Lake, is very popular and has one of the highest occupancy rates in the Wisconsin State Park System.

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