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Coulee Experimental State Forest

Location and Directions

The Coulee Experimental State Forest is located approximately 15 miles east of La Crosse in La Crosse County. The forest has two main parking areas. To access the eastern parking lot and ski trailhead, from Bangor take Highway 162 south to County Road II. Turn right on the forest road at the top of the hill. The parking area is at the end of the road. To reach the western side parking lot, take Highway 33 east from La Crosse, then north on County Road M. Turn right on Russlan Coulee Road, just east of Barre Mills. Parking areas are at the end of the road.

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Hours

The forest is open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Fees

Unlike other state forests, visitors do not need to purchase a vehicle entrance sticker or state trail pass. However, hunting license fees do apply.

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