Amnicon Falls State Park (South Range, WI) – This scenic park along the Amnicon River features a series of picturesque waterfalls and rapids flowing over ancient rock formations. Visitors can explore rustic footbridges, hike wooded trails, and enjoy picnicking amid a serene Northwoods setting.
Aztalan State Park (Lake Mills, WI) – Preserving the remnants of an ancient Mississippian settlement, this archaeological site offers a glimpse into Wisconsin’s early inhabitants. Mounds, reconstructed stockades, and interpretive trails help visitors learn about the Native American culture that thrived here over a thousand years ago.
Belmont Mound State Park (Belmont, WI) – Tucked away in southwestern Wisconsin, this small but historically rich park features Belmont Mound, a prominent hill offering scenic views of the Driftless Region. It is a quiet retreat ideal for picnicking, nature walks, and wildlife observation.
Big Bay State Park (Madeline Island, WI) – Situated on Madeline Island, this Lake Superior gem boasts over four miles of shoreline, stunning sandstone bluffs, and dense forests. Visitors can hike, swim, kayak, or camp while enjoying breathtaking views of the Apostle Islands.
Big Foot Beach State Park (Lake Geneva, WI) – Located on the shores of Geneva Lake, this park provides a sandy beach, hiking trails, and a campground, making it a popular destination for summer recreation and family outings in southeastern Wisconsin.
Blue Mound State Park (Blue Mounds, WI) – Known for its panoramic views from the highest point in southern Wisconsin, this park features hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing trails, along with a swimming pool and a scenic observation tower.
Brunet Island State Park (Cornell, WI) – Nestled at the confluence of the Chippewa and Fisher rivers, this peaceful island park features quiet lagoons, wooded campsites, and water trails ideal for canoeing and kayaking.
Buckhorn State Park (Necedah, WI) – Sprawling across the Castle Rock Flowage, this park offers sandy shores, hiking trails, and abundant wildlife, making it a favorite spot for fishing, birdwatching, and hunting.
Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area (Browntown, WI) – Featuring two man-made lakes surrounded by rolling hills and woodlands, this tranquil park is ideal for fishing, hiking, and picnicking in southwestern Wisconsin.
Campbellsport Drumlins State Park (Campbellsport, WI) – A relatively undeveloped park featuring glacial drumlins and rolling terrain, offering hiking and nature observation opportunities in a pristine natural setting.
Capital Springs State Recreation Area (Madison, WI) – Located just outside Madison, this park blends urban convenience with natural beauty, featuring bike trails, wetlands, and restored prairies within the Yahara River watershed.
Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area (New Auburn, WI) – Home to stunning glacial landscapes, this park is part of the Ice Age National Scientific Reserve and offers excellent hiking, wildlife viewing, and educational exhibits about Wisconsin’s glacial past.
Copper Culture State Park (Oconto, WI) – A small but significant historical site preserving one of North America’s oldest known copper-working cultures, with trails and interpretive signs detailing the region’s early inhabitants.
Copper Falls State Park (Mellen, WI) – Famous for its dramatic waterfalls, deep gorges, and scenic hiking trails, this Northwoods park offers stunning views of the Bad River and ancient lava flows.
Council Grounds State Park (Merrill, WI) – A popular recreation area along the Wisconsin River, featuring a sandy beach, hiking trails, and excellent fishing opportunities.
Cross Plains State Park (Cross Plains, WI) – A protected part of the Ice Age Trail system, this undeveloped park showcases glacial landforms and offers rugged hiking in a preserved natural landscape.
Devil’s Lake State Park (Baraboo, WI) – Wisconsin’s most popular state park, known for its stunning quartzite bluffs towering over a picturesque lake, offering world-class hiking, rock climbing, and breathtaking scenery.
Fischer Creek State Recreation Area (Manitowoc, WI) – A hidden lakeshore treasure with peaceful hiking trails, scenic bluffs, and a mix of prairie and woodland along the shores of Lake Michigan.
Governor Dodge State Park (Dodgeville, WI) – One of the state’s largest parks, featuring rolling hills, two lakes, waterfalls, and diverse trails perfect for hiking, horseback riding, and camping.
Governor Nelson State Park (Waunakee, WI) – A day-use park on Lake Mendota with a sandy beach, boat launch, and scenic picnic areas, just minutes from downtown Madison.
Governor Thompson State Park (Crivitz, WI) – A vast northern wilderness offering miles of trails, secluded lakes, and an abundance of wildlife, ideal for hiking, paddling, and fishing.
Grand Traverse Island State Park (off Door County, WI) – An undeveloped park on an island chain extending into Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, offering a remote and wild experience.
Harrington Beach State Park (Belgium, WI) – A picturesque Lake Michigan shoreline park known for its sandy beach, limestone quarry lake, and excellent birdwatching.
Hartman Creek State Park (Waupaca, WI) – A serene escape featuring crystal-clear lakes, wooded trails, and excellent fishing and paddling opportunities in central Wisconsin.
Heritage Hill State Historical Park (Green Bay, WI) – A living history museum featuring historic buildings and exhibits showcasing Wisconsin’s early settlement era.
High Cliff State Park (Sherwood, WI) – Overlooking Lake Winnebago, this park features stunning limestone cliffs, Native American effigy mounds, and scenic hiking trails.
Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area (Menomonie, WI) – A natural retreat with rolling hills, restored prairies, and an observation tower offering sweeping views of western Wisconsin.
Holzhueter Farm Conservation Park (Waterloo, WI) – A newer conservation area preserving rolling farmland and prairies, offering hiking and birdwatching.
Interstate State Park (St. Croix Falls, WI) – Wisconsin’s oldest state park, featuring dramatic Dalles rock formations along the St. Croix River and excellent hiking trails.
Kinnickinnic State Park (River Falls, WI) – A scenic riverside park where the Kinnickinnic River meets the St. Croix, offering excellent fishing, boating, and hiking.
Kohler-Andrae State Park (Sheboygan, WI) – Known for its scenic sand dunes, beaches, and boardwalk trails along Lake Michigan.
Lake Kegonsa State Park (Stoughton, WI) – A serene park on Lake Kegonsa offering a sandy beach, fishing, and hiking trails through woodlands and prairie, just a short drive from Madison.
Lake Wissota State Park (Chippewa Falls, WI) – Located on the shores of Lake Wissota, this park offers hiking, boating, and excellent fishing opportunities in a peaceful setting.
Lakeshore State Park (Milwaukee, WI) – An urban oasis in downtown Milwaukee, featuring paved trails, native prairie landscapes, and stunning views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline.
Lizard Mound State Park (Farmington, WI) – A sacred Native American site preserving ancient effigy mounds, with interpretive trails providing insight into Wisconsin’s prehistoric cultures.
Menominee River State Park and Recreation Area (Marinette County, WI) – A rugged park along the Menominee River offering remote camping, paddling, and excellent smallmouth bass fishing.
Merrick State Park (Fountain City, WI) – A riverside retreat along the Mississippi River backwaters, popular for boating, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
Mill Bluff State Park (Camp Douglas, WI) – Featuring striking sandstone formations rising above the central Wisconsin landscape, this park offers scenic hikes and a small campground.
Mirror Lake State Park (Baraboo, WI) – A peaceful park with a reflective lake surrounded by steep sandstone cliffs, perfect for paddling and camping near Wisconsin Dells.
Natural Bridge State Park (North Freedom, WI) – Home to Wisconsin’s largest natural sandstone arch, this park offers hiking trails that wind through scenic bluffs and woodlands.
Nelson Dewey State Park (Cassville, WI) – Overlooking the Mississippi River, this park features historic sites and trails with breathtaking views of the river valley.
New Glarus Woods State Park (New Glarus, WI) – A quiet park with rolling woodlands and prairie, ideal for hiking and connecting with the nearby Sugar River State Trail.
Newport State Park (Ellison Bay, WI) – Wisconsin’s only designated wilderness park, located in Door County, offering miles of secluded hiking trails and a stunning dark-sky area for stargazing.
Pattison State Park (Superior, WI) – Home to Big Manitou Falls, Wisconsin’s tallest waterfall, this park features scenic trails, a swimming beach, and rich Northwoods scenery.
Peninsula State Park (Fish Creek, WI) – One of Wisconsin’s most popular parks, offering stunning views of Green Bay, hiking and biking trails, and the historic Eagle Bluff Lighthouse.
Perrot State Park (Trempealeau, WI) – A scenic bluffland park along the Mississippi River, known for its striking views from Brady’s Bluff and excellent paddling opportunities.
Potawatomi State Park (Sturgeon Bay, WI) – A stunning Door County park with panoramic views of Sturgeon Bay, rocky bluffs, and miles of forested hiking trails.
Rib Mountain State Park (Wausau, WI) – Featuring the iconic granite peak of Rib Mountain, this park offers spectacular views and access to Granite Peak Ski Area.
Richard Bong State Recreation Area (Kansasville, WI) – A diverse outdoor recreation area offering trails, a lake, and even an off-road vehicle park, named after WWII flying ace Richard Bong.
Roche-a-Cri State Park (Friendship, WI) – Known for its towering sandstone bluff with ancient petroglyphs, offering scenic overlooks and quiet woodland trails.
Rock Island State Park (Door County, WI) – A remote, vehicle-free island park in Lake Michigan, accessible only by ferry, featuring historic lighthouses, pristine beaches, and hiking trails.
Rocky Arbor State Park (Wisconsin Dells, WI) – A small but scenic park with unique sandstone formations and a shaded, peaceful campground just outside Wisconsin Dells.
Straight Lake State Park (Luck, WI) – A quiet, undeveloped park known for its pristine lakes, rolling hills, and being part of the Ice Age Trail.
Tower Hill State Park (Spring Green, WI) – A historical park featuring a reconstructed 19th-century lead shot tower and stunning views of the Wisconsin River Valley.
Whitefish Dunes State Park (Door County, WI) – Known for its towering sand dunes, scenic beach, and beautiful wooded trails along the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Wildcat Mountain State Park (Ontario, WI) – A rugged bluffland park offering breathtaking views of the Kickapoo River, with excellent hiking, horseback riding, and paddling opportunities.
Willow River State Park (Hudson, WI) – Home to the stunning Willow Falls, this park offers dramatic waterfalls, scenic hiking, and a popular campground near the Twin Cities.
Wyalusing State Park (Bagley, WI) – One of Wisconsin’s oldest state parks, featuring panoramic views where the Wisconsin and Mississippi Rivers meet, with rich Native American history.
Yellowstone Lake State Park (Blanchardville, WI) – A peaceful park with a large lake, rolling prairies, and a mix of water and land recreation in southwestern Wisconsin.