Roche-A-Cri State Park is in Wisconsin's Central Sand Plains, an area that was covered by Glacial Lake Wisconsin more than a million years ago. The Roche-A-Cri mound was an island in the lake.
Property NoticesFall Festival: The park road will be closed to vehicles on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the annual Roche-A-Cri Fall Fest. Hikers and visitors not attending the festival can still park at the parking lot on…
Roche-A-Cri State Park offers a variety of recreation opportunities. AccessibilityAt Roche-A-Cri State Park, the Chickadee Rock Trail is wheelchair friendly. The park also offers an accessible campsite.CampingCamping at Roche-A-Cri State Park
The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) constructed several facilities at the park in the 1930s, including the first downhill ski runs and tow ropes. Over the years, a succession of ski hill operators have partnered with the Department of Natural…
Picnicking is very popular at Rib Mountain. There are several picnic areas with tables, two playgrounds, reservable shelters and a reservable amphitheater on top of the park. Please remember pets are not permitted in the picnic areas.Shelter…
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…
There are more than 13 miles of hiking trails at Rib Mountain, with over eight miles accessible to people with disabilities. Pets are permitted in the park on the trails when on an 8-foot leash. Hiking trails Blue trail Numerous unique rock…