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National & State Parks

Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Kinnickinnic State Park

Discover a charming small town near Kinnickinnic State Park that’s perfect for your next getaway, with great stays and easy park access.

by Jacki Mick
on Jul 1
Railroad tracks leading toward a historic lift bridge in a green Wisconsin park
Nature

The Best Kept Summer Secret in Wisconsin Is This Peaceful Fishing Lake

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jun 26
A view of Whispering Lake in Wisconsin, with the crystal-blue lake surrounded. by a thicket of evergreen trees.
Nature

The Most Unique Hike in Wisconsin Might Just Be This Dune Hike

by Trent Jonas
on May 21
Rawley Point Lighthouse peeks over autumn foliage and tall dune grass at Point Beach State Forest.
Nature

The Small-Town State Park in Wisconsin Locals Want To Keep to Themselves

by Trent Jonas
on May 12
Vibrant yellow autumn foliage on the bluffs overlooking the St. Croix River at Kinnickinnic State Park, Wisconsin.
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The Paddling Trail in Wisconsin That’s Better Than Most Hikes

by Trent Jonas
on May 7
A peaceful purple and orange sunset glows over the Namekagon River in northern Wisconsin.

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Parks & Gardens

Seeing This Wisconsin County Park After Dark Is Better Than Daytime

Seeing Cave Point County Park after dark offers a magical experience with fewer crowds, stunning night skies, and a completely different perspective.

by Amanda Finn
on Apr 29
Twilight sky filled with stars at Cave Point County Park in Door County, Wisconsin
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Hiking

3 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Wisconsin for a Spring Hike

Explore 3 picture-perfect nature trails in Wisconsin for a spring hike, featuring wildflowers, scenic views, and unforgettable outdoor escapes.

by Amanda Finn
on Apr 23
Pond view along Meadow Trail Loop at Lapham Peak in Delafield, Wisconsin.
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Hiking

You Can Hike in Two States in One Day on This Wisconsin Trail

Hikers can walk the St. Croix River Trail Loop and cross the river twice while journeying between Wisconsin and Minnesota. The trail is fully paved with many accessibility points.

by Amanda Finn
on Jun 9
Bright blue river between the shores along the St. Croix Crossing trail
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Hiking

Don’t Try This One Hike in Wisconsin If You’re Afraid of Heights

Discover why the unguarded cliffs of Gibraltar Rock make it the one Wisconsin hike to avoid if you have a fear of heights.

by Trent Jonas
on Jun 9
A hiker sits on the edge of a sheer limestone cliff at Gibraltar Rock State Natural Area in Wisconsin, overlooking the expansive Wisconsin River valley and Lake Wisconsin during golden hour.
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Hiking

Find 4 Bucket-List-Level Views in Wisconsin Without Needing To Be an Expert Hiker

These four hiking trails in Wisconsin have incredible views but easy paths. They have views such as Lake Michigan, the Oconomowoc River, the Black River, and several waterfalls.

by Amanda Finn
on Jun 9
Green and yellow trees flank a tall waterfall