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    Maps

    Trail map [PDF]

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    Recreation

    Biking the 400 State TrailPhoto credit: DNR The trail may bring a number of different users to the trail at the same time. It is important to use good trail etiquette to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all trail users.

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    Basic Information

    The trail is named for the Chicago-Northwestern passenger train that ran on this grade. The train traveled 400 miles between Chicago and Minneapolis/St. Paul in 400 minutes. The renovated Reedsburg Depot is the trail headquarters and the office for…

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    Basic Information

    Trail facts Rail trail: Yes Length: 48 miles Surface: crushed limestone Counties: Door, Kewaunee Communities: Sturgeon Bay, Forestville, Algoma, Casco, Luxemburg, Kewaunee Directions Sturgeon Bay: The Sturgeon Bay trailhead and the parking…

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    Conditions

    Weather Weather forecast [exit DNR]

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    Fishing

    Fishing is available in Clark Lake. The Clark Lake Spur trail provides access to Clark Lake from the park. Fishing licenses apply. Anglers of any age may check out basic fishing equipment free of charge at the park office. This equipment was…

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    Hunting

    Hunting and trapping are allowed in the open areas of the park during the Wisconsin state parks hunting and trapping time frame. Trapping is not permitted in closed areas as noted on the park hunting map or within 100 yards of any designated use…

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    Water Recreation

     Whitefish Dunes State Park beach at high water levels in Lake Michigan © DNR Photo Whitefish Swimming and Lake Michigan Swimming is available in Lake Michigan. Please use caution. No lifeguards are present. A beach wheelchair is…

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    Winter Recreation

    When there's snow, the Red, Yellow and Yellow Spur trails, and a portion of the Green Trail are groomed and can be used for cross-country skiing. The beach and Black, Whitefish Creek Spur, Clark Lake Spur, Winter and Brachiopod trails, and a portion…

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    Picnic Areas and Shelters

    Whitefish Dunes State Park's picnic area includes charcoal grills, picnic tables, a fire ring, a reservable shelter building and a drinking water fountain. This area is near the parking lot overlooking the shore of Lake Michigan. Reservable shelter…

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