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Geology
The mound's history contains many ancient geologic periods: Niagara dolomite (limestone) of the Silurian Period (about 430 million years ago). Thick blankets of shale, limestone and sandstone of the Ordovician Period (about 470 million years ago…
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Recreation
Belmont Mound State Park provides outdoor recreation opportunities to visitors year-round. The park is operated by the Belmont Lions Club. Eighty acres in the northwest corner of the park are designated as Belmont Mound Woods State Natural Area…
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Basic Information
Location & Directions Belmont Mound State Park is located near Belmont on N Co Rd. G in Platteville. Get directions Hours Belmont Mound State Park is open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. year-round. Fees A vehicle admission sticker is not…
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Hiking
The park has 1.8 miles of trails. There are a number of short trails along both sides of the Amnicon River, offering varied views of the falls and surrounding scenery. A 0.8-mile self-guided nature trail provides scenic views of the river as well as…
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Picnic Areas and Shelters
Three picnic areas can be found along the river starting at the park office. Picnic tables and grills are also available in the area of the covered bridge parking lot. Reservable shelter The open shelter in the picnic area can be reserved.…
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Horton Covered Bridge
Amnicon Falls Horton covered bridge © DNR Photo Among the attractions at Amnicon Falls State Park is the 55-foot long bridge that spans the river at the Lower Falls. Originally it had no covering and was a highway bridge that crossed the…
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History
Native Americans Since the last great glacier melted and the falls began to form, many people have walked the banks of the Amnicon River. The first to pass this way were nomadic hunters who followed the retreating glaciers and hunted mastodons here…
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Geology
Have you ever heard of the Douglas Fault? No, it's not someone's mistake, but the site of earthquakes that occurred about a half billion years ago. Amnicon Falls State Park has long been known as the best place to observe and study this important…