Rustic Campground in Wisconsin

While there are a lot of state parks in Wisconsin, many of them are developed and feature a variety of nature programs and events. The Perrot State Park is no exception. Nature is at the center of everything, and there are many of the same features of the other state parks. There are more than 1,200 acres located near the 500-foot bluffs where the Mississippi and Trempeauleau Rivers meet. Brady's Bluff Natural area offers visitors breathtaking river views, and the park is filled with amazing archaeological and historical beauty. Visitors can hike a variety of trails that vary in levels of difficulty. In total, there are 13 miles worth of trails. Bikers are welcome to pedal their way through the park and the Trempeauleau Bay features a marked canoe trail.

Nearby the park is the Trempeauleau National Wildlife Refuge. The park features a boat launch, comfort station, flush restrooms, firewood, a dump station, a nature center, a picnic shelter, showers, and drinking water.

Information concerning the formation of the bluffs and valleys that make up the park is listed on the park's website. If you are interested in researching before your hikes, it is a great place to get started. The site explains the way in which the seas and erosion affected the terrain of the park over the course of 400 million years. A hike up Brady's Bluff Trail takes hikers passed Cambrian rock layers, as well as Wonewoc stones, Lone Rock sandstones, St. Lawrence dolomite, and Jordan sandstone. Understanding how the erosion process formed the different areas of the park make for an even more exciting experience.

Trails are also available for cross-country skiing during the winter. The parks department grooms the trails so the snow is in good condition. Winter hiking and snowshoeing are permitted on trails that have not been groomed for cross-country skiing. Dogs are allowed in the park but they are not allowed on trails that have been groomed.

Within the park are wetland's, rivers, upland fields, wooded slopes, deep valleys, and bluffs. Here you will find a variety of plants and animal species. From Monarch butterflies to a variety of mammals like beaver, muskrate and otters or found around areas of the park. You may also see deer, squirrels, chipmunk, fox, weasels, and raccoons. The park is an excellent place for bird watching and more than 200 species have been recorded here. You will see vireos, thrushes, warblers, waterfowl, shorebirds, and more. Hawks are plentiful in the spring and fall. Frogs and toads are often a popular attraction for little kids when they are exploring the bottomlands. There is also a variety of turtles and water snakes roaming the wetlands. In addition to the insects, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians, there is an exciting variety of plant life that visitors can explore and identify. Many will enjoy photographing the wildlife and plant life close up and panoramically.

For a unique chance to explore nature, plan a trip to Perrot State Park. Nature surrounds you and families will love the chance to relax and learn.