Parks

Nature

Nature lovers will find this park loaded with interesting living things. Spanning the boundary of Wisconsin's North Central Forest and Superior Coastal Plain ecological landscapes, the park is home to a rich variety of species. A 500-acre area…

Picnic Areas

The main picnic area at Copper Falls State Park, on the banks of the Bad River, is over 5 acres in size and has several picnic tables and grills, a spacious log shelter, a concession stand and a playground. The picnic area is located at the start of…

Fishing

Copper Falls is in the heart of a prime fishing area, with scores of lakes offering all kinds of sport fishing within easy traveling distance.

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…

Winter Recreation

Water Recreation

Swimming There's a 300-foot sand beach for swimming at Loon Lake. The beach features a paved accessible trail to the water’s edge. No lifeguards are on duty.

Pets

Responsible pet owners and their pets are welcome in Wisconsin State Parks. There are a few simple rules to ensure that you, your pet and other visitors will enjoy the park. Pets are not allowed on the Doughboys Nature trail. In the winter, the…

Biking

Copper Falls has two, one-way mountain bike trails that are open to biking and hiking when they are not snow-covered. Heading east from the Ballfield Parking Lot is the Vahterra Trail and heading south from the North Campground area is the Takesson…

Camping

Copper Falls State Park has two campgrounds with shaded and forested sites, well-separated from the popular public use areas to provide campers a sense of seclusion.   Reservations Reserve a campsite online.

Hiking

Copper Falls State Park has 17 miles of trails with several overlooks of the waterfalls.