DNR Parks And Recreation News-Property Highlight: Copper Falls State Park

Ancient lava flows, deep gorges and spectacular waterfalls make Copper Falls State Park one of Wisconsin’s most scenic parks. Log buildings built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s add to the park’s charm. The park offers camping, hiking, bicycling, picnicking, fishing and swimming opportunities in Loon Lake. The 1.7-mile Doughboys Nature Trail, along…

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Hike in a National Park without Leaving Iron County

Join ICORE and the Heritage Chapter of the North Country Trails this summer and Fall for FOUR HIKES. JUNE 1st is the first on the schedule- Hike and /or Bike. People can choose to hike only or hike and bike. The hike is about 4 miles. The hike will begin at location #3 off of…

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ICORE WORK BEE AT NEW TOWN OF MERCER TRAIL

Goal of Work Bee is to improve the new trail on the Town of Mercer property.  Improve the route Install directional arrows and more ribbons Cut back pines, raspberry and blackberries thickets Rake trail so it is easier to follow Remove woody debris Remove small fallen trees from the trail. When: May 11, 2024 Time:…

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North Country Trail – Heritage Chapter Happenings

Did you know that there is a National Park running through northern Iron County WI. Yes, the North Country National Scenic Trail (NCT) is a unit of the National Park System and is considered a national park. The NCT is the longest national trail, stretching 4,600 miles and passing through eight states.  The segment through Iron…

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Ladies Let the Paddling Begin!!!!

Hello Ladies! Our first paddle of the season will be this coming Wednesday, paddling on the Bear River to Murray’s Landing. The water will be 10-15 degrees warmer than some past years, because of the early ice-off and the shallow water. Our first couple of paddles tend to be shorter, a couple of hours, and…

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