Parks_Topic Contact_Interstate
- Email: Interstate Park
- Phone: tel:+1-715-483-3747
Interstate State Park
Description
Interstate is Wisconsin's oldest state park, established in 1900. Located along the picturesque St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, the park provides scenic views of the river and the steep-sided gorge known as the Dalles of the St. Croix. The Ice Age Interpretive Center features a film, photographs, murals and information.
Location
County: Polk
Parks_Topic Contact_Interstate
1275 State Hwy 35
St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
United States
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Nature Storytime: Smells
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Nature Storytime is led by volunteer Kathy Scharfenberg and includes a short story and fun activities.
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Mussels of the St .Croix
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The St. Croix River is home to more than 40 species of freshwater mussels, making it one of the most abundant collections of these unsung creatures! Drop by the Ice Age Center to learn about the importance of these mollusks, their role in healthy…
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Pothole Trail Guided Hike
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Join the park naturalist on a hike back in time to learn about the geology of Interstate and how the unique terrain and characteristics of the St. Croix Valley came to be.
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Butterflies And Moths
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Both of these lepidopterans are vital pollinators that play a key role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem.
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Freshwater Critters
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Have you ever seen a creepy crawler floating around a lake or river? Then you have seen a macroinvertebrate
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Pothole Trail Guided Hike
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Join the park naturalist on a hike back in time to learn about the geology of Interstate and how the unique terrain and characteristics of the St. Croix Valley came to be.
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Nature Storytime: Snails
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Pretend you are a snail – how would you walk? Learn about snails and do a snail craft with us!
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Skulls & Skins
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Swing by the Ice Age Center any time between noon and 2 p.m. to see real skulls and pelts from animals found in the park.
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Nature Chalk And Crafts
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Join the park naturalist at the playground anytime between 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. to enjoy some nature-themed crafts and chalk.
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Lichen Hike
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More than what meets the eye and often overlooked, lichen is everywhere at Interstate Park. Join the naturalist on a hike to learn exactly what lichen is, its role in the environment and how to identify it!