Recreation
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History
Jean Brunet The park is named for Jean Brunet, who was born in France in 1791 of nobility and came to America in 1818 and settled in St. Louis. Called a man of “considerable note,” he served as an officer in the U.S. Army and participated in the…
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Nature
Hundreds of plant species live and grow in the park, which is in Wisconsin's North Central Forest landscape. Trees Hike along the Timber and Jean Brunet trails and you will see gigantic hemlocks. Walk quietly and you may see deer or grouse. Deer…
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Fishing
You can catch a wide variety of fish including northern pike, walleye, small mouth bass, catfish, crappie, muskie and yellow perch. There's an accessible fishing pier near the north camp area and another fishing pier near the south camp area. A…
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Pet Area
The pet run area is near the boat mooring between the South and North campgrounds. Pets are allowed in this area on a leash and there is access to the shore of the Chippewa River.
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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
Swimming Buoys and ropes for your safety mark the swimming area. Only coast guard approved flotation devices are allowed in the beach area. Please, no food or beverages on the beach. Pets are not allowed in the beach or picnic areas. No lifeguards…
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Picnic Areas and Shelters
Brunet Island has nearly 20 acres of picnic area available to visitors. The picnic area is on the south and west sides of Brunet Island and offers a scenic view of the Chippewa River and surrounding countryside. A playground and ball diamond are…
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Biking
Bicycles are allowed on park roads and trails, except for the Jean Brunet Nature Trail. The 2-mile main road through the park includes a designated bicycle and pedestrian lane. Biking trails Old Abe State Trail link There is a 1-mile hike/bike-…
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Hiking
There are more than 8 miles of hiking trails at Brunet Island, including nearly two miles of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Geocaching has become a popular activity at Brunet Island and there are a variety of caches located within the park.