If you've never seen a Wilson State Park winter, you're in for a real treat. Frost, snow, and ice make this park a wonderland. Whether the weather is what's stopping you or the drive, we just want to shout out some appreciation for mother nature's job well done at one of our beloved state parks. Come take a look!
We know and love Wilson State Park, but there are some things that usually keep us from venturing out into nature during the year.
Just look at all that snow you could be stomping through!
Sometimes it's the blistering sun beating down on you during days when the heat is in the 110s, but sometimes it's the opposite. Usually, cloudy or cold weather will keep state parks empty.
The ice is a little slick, so make sure you're well prepared for the trek.
However, with the right outlook, the park becomes a winter wonderland. Just look at how the snow covers things, as if it fell down all at once! Plus, the frozen lake reflects a lot easier than the choppy waters we usually get.
I wouldn't recommend skating out here, but I hear sometimes people try out ice fishing!
Plus, activities like winter hiking and wildlife spotting aren't something you can usually do in your backyard. Our state parks need love, too!
Just make sure you know that wool insulates if it gets wet, and cotton kills!
If you're more excited about hiking snowy trails or maybe sledding down a little hill, you'll easily find ways to enjoy a winter state park like Wilson in the snow.
It sure is beautiful out there, in the quiet of snow.
If nothing else, the nights are often clearer in the wintertime, leaving scenes like the milky way ready for long-exposure film and stargazing.
That's one great way of enjoying western Kansas, the skies have much less light pollution.
Whether the weather is something that keeps you away during the colder months or not, we hope you enjoy a Wilson State Park winter even if you have to live through others' photographs.
We know you can't be everywhere, and that's totally fine. There's enough of us to go around.
If you'd like to keep an eye on closings and more important information, make sure to check the KDWPT website for Wilson State Park. If you know of an even better natural winter wonderland, we'd love to hear about it! Submit any ideas for Kansas at our Nomination Page.
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