Recreation
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Hiking
The park has 12.5 miles of hiking trails. Many of the trails take you up to the top of the bluffs and give you a unique opportunity to enjoy scenic views of the Mississippi River valley. The bluff trails have steep climbs and some have steps or…
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History
When the glaciers retreated from Wisconsin more than 10,000 years ago, the hills and valleys of southwestern Wisconsin were not left with any sizable, natural lakes. There had been talk for many years in the region of the possibility of building a…
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Nature
The park is host to many different species of wildlife. These include the commonly seen white-tailed deer, wild turkey, groundhog, fox and grey squirrel and cottontail rabbit. There have been over 170 species of birds observed in and around the park…
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Biking
Yellowstone Lake State Park provides 4 miles of off-road biking trails. The park roads and trails are heavily used, so bikers should always be alert to traffic and pedestrians. Biking Trails Oak Grove trail (2.1 miles) This popular hiking and ski…
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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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Picnic Areas and Shelters
There are nine designated picnic areas. The picnic shelter is at the west end of the lake and is available for rental. These day use and picnic areas do not have garbage or recycling bins, so please remember to practice carry in, carry out. Pets…
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Hiking
Yellowstone Lake has more than 13 miles of hiking trails. Trails may vary in difficulty. Steep climbs or descents and stairways may be encountered. Use caution when on steep bluffs or near a cliff. Stay well away from cliffs which are not protected…