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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The Outstanding Owl
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Drop by the Meadow Valley trail by the beach parking lot to learn about owl adaptations.
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Trail Tales
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Take a hike on the River Bluff Trail to explore the origin of the area and the effects it had.
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Interstate’s Potholes
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Meet at the trailhead of the Pothole Trail for a short hike. Join the naturalist in learning about the glacial features and their effects on the surrounding area.
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Macro Marvels
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Stop by the Lake O’ the Dalles near the fishing pier to learn about the macroinvertebrates that call our waters home. Identify critters through a hands-on activity with the naturalist!
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Bug Out!
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Drop by the Meadow Valley trail by the beach parking lot to explore the most diverse group of organisms. Insects! Catch and observe with materials the Naturalist will provide you.
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Explore The Ice Age Center
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Take a self-guided adventure through the Ice Age Center. Explore the exhibits and watch the short film inside. Ask for a scavenger hunt at the front desk and see if you can spot the answers in the exhibits!
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Tracks, Tracks, and More Tracks
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Learn the different signs animals leave behind as they move around the park. Create your own animal tracks and tell a story with signs left behind. Stop by outside the Beach House at the Lake O’ the Dalles.
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Wildlife Watch Hike
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Join the naturalist in a guided hike around Lake O’ the Dalles. Explore and observe the variety of wildlife that calls Interstate home! Meet at the part of the trail near the fishing pier at the park bottom.
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Bird Scavenger Hunt
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Take a self-guided hike down the Skyline Trail (beginning next to the Visitor Center) to see if you can spot all 15 bird photos hidden along the trail