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Recreation
The Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area, located in southeastern Sauk County, consists of a portion of the decommissioned Badger Army Ammunition Plant. Visitors may hunt, trap, hike, bird watch, pick mushrooms and berries, study nature, take…
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Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area
Directions Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area is in south-central Wisconsin just south of Devil's Lake State Park. The entrance to the recreation area is directly off of US Highway 12 about 8 miles south of Baraboo and 9 miles north of Sauk City…
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Winter Recreation
During winter, the Red, Blue, Brown, Pink and Black trails are packed and open as multi-use trails. Hiking, snowshoeing, skate or classic skiing, skijoring and pets are allowed on these trails. Fat tire bicycles are allowed on the Red…
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Fishing
Anglers can fish the St. Croix River from either boat or shore. Although the St. Croix is known for its large walleyes, it has a wide variety of fish to catch. The Kinnickinnic River is a trout stream and has an excellent population of German brown…
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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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Pets
Pets are welcome at the park. A pet picnic area is located at the valley picnic lot near the sledding hill and pets may use the water outside of the designated swimming area. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 8 feet and under control at all…
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Water Recreation
Swimming There is a sandy swimming area on the St. Croix River. This area is marked by buoys. There is no lifeguard on duty. Boating, canoeing and kayaking The park includes a beautiful sand delta alive with boats and people enjoying the St.…
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Picnic Areas
Tables and grills are available at a variety of locations throughout the park. The largest picnic area is at the St. Croix overlook. Another popular picnic area is near the swimming area. Large areas of open sand on the Kinnickinnic delta and in…
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Hiking and Bicycling
Kinnickinnic State Park offers about 9.2 miles of hiking trails winding through hills, woods and prairies. Off-road bicycling is allowed on the Red Trail only. Blue trail (0.7 miles) This wooded trail connects the east half of the park with…