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Interstate State Park

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

 Directions

  45.395413, -92.649259

County: Polk

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    Animal Olympics

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    How far can you jump? How fast can you run? Find out how you compare to some of Wisconsin’s woodland animals.

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    Pothole Trail Hike

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    Meet at the Pothole Trail sign to take a hike with the park naturalist and learn about the unique geology and history of the area.

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    Mussels Of The St. Croix

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    Come and look at some of these unique creatures that have been called the “kidneys of the river.”

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    A Look Back

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    Stop by anytime between 11 a.m.—1 p.m. at the Beach House at the Lake O’ the Dalles to discover the incredible accomplishments of the Civilian Conservation Corps here at Interstate Park.

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    Canoe Lessons

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    Drop-in anytime from 1—4 p.m. every Friday in August to learn paddle strokes and helpful tips for canoeing (supplies provided).

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    Ice Age Behemoth

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    Drop by the clearing at the North Campground to learn more about this massive mammal.

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    Shakespeare In The Park

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    Think Shakespeare is old and boring? Think again!

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    Geology Rocks!

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    Stop by the swimming beach area at Lake O’ the Dalles to learn about our very own igneous rock.

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    Butterfly vs. Moth

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    What’s the difference between a butterfly and a moth?

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    Interstate's Glacial Legacy

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    Stop by the trailhead of the Pothole Trail to learn about the glacial features that make our park so special.

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