Wisconsin Dells is known as the “Waterpark Capital of the World” and attracts millions of visitors every year. But did you know that the area is also home to several state parks near the Wisconsin ...

More than 500 votes were cast for Wisconsin's best state park. What one took the top spot?

The Wisconsin DNR is hosting First Day Hikes at dozens of state parks and forests on New Year's Day. You can choose between naturalist-led guided tours or self-guided trails, with many locations ...

Fish Creek in Door County, Wisconsin, offers a charming, walkable village experience with scenic views, shops, and nearby ...

MADISON (WKOW) -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is bringing back candlelight hikes, fall festivals and more starting on Saturday. Events at state parks will be held throughout October ...

Last year was a big one for Wisconsin state parks. It was the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin state park system, the start of new 12-month state park passes and the highest number of overall ...

NR invites libraries statewide to offer free day passes to state parks in 2026 through the Check Out Wisconsin State Parks at Your Library program.

(WLUK) -- While officials are assessing storm damage across state parks, trails, recreation and wildlife areas, they are asking visitors to stay away from posted closed areas. Recent storms damaged ...

DODGEVILLE, Wis. (WKOW) -- State parks around Wisconsin hosted their yearly "First Day Hikes" to celebrate the new year. Caitlyn Johnson, a hiker at Governor Dodge State Park, said the hike is a good ...