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    Hiking

    Governor Dodge maintains nearly 40 miles of trails. All are open to hiking, except on ski trails when they are snow-covered. Access to Military Ridge State Trail The park provides a connector trail to the 40-mile Military Ridge State Trail,…

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    Water Recreation

    Boating, canoeing and kayaking Public access is provided on lakes within the state forest by either a developed boat landing or walk-in access. Lake Seven, Mauthe, Forest, and Butler Lakes prohibit using gas-powered motors. Other boating…

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    Concessions and Rentals

    Nicolet Bay Camp Store and Rentals The camp store at Nicolet Beach has essential supplies, souvenirs, groceries and ice. Food trucks offer a full espresso bar, burgers, brats and fries, and beverages are also sold beachside at the camp store.…

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    Conditions

    Weather Weather Forecast [Exit DNR]

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    Maps

    Trail Maps Governor Dodge State Park property map [PDF] Winter trails map [PDF] Campground Maps Campground maps [PDF]

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    Winter Recreation

    The park has 2 miles of hard packed trails on the north side of the river available for pet owners and for activities like snowshoeing, dog sledding and hiking. The park’s 9 miles of cross-country ski trails on the south side of the river are…

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    Fishing

    Some warm water species such as panfish, bass and northern can be found below the dam. The Willow River is stocked with trout and fishing is available both above and below the lake bed. Trout fishing is likely best upstream of the waterfall.

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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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    Wisconsin Animals

    Wisconsin hosts 668 native vertebrates, including fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds and

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    Conditions

    WeatherWeather forecast [exit DNR]Little Falls LakeLittle Falls Lake is back to full pool. Bass and panfish have been restocked for the past several years, however, it will take a couple of years for stocked fish to grow. Trout fishing is closed.…

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