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Peninsula State Park
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Peninsula State Park Conditions
As of Monday, January 5, 2009:
Peninsula State Park has about 7 inches of hard, crusty snow on the ground. Light snow is expected Tuesday into Wednesday.
Trails
Ski trails are have been regroomed and are in fair to good condition.
Snowmobile trails are closed. The sledding hill is closed due to ice.
A state trail pass is required to ski in Peninsula State Park, in addition to a vehicle admission sticker. The annual trail pass is valid on all ski, bike and horse trails in Wisconsin that require the trail pass for users 16 years and older.
The road through the park is plowed. The road to Eagle Bluff Lighthouse is not plowed.
Trail Descriptions
Road
Conditions [exit DNR]
Camping
The Tennison Bay campground is open; all others have closed for the season. Water systems have been shut down for the season, though a central drinking water supply is provided.
Campsite reservations are strongly recommended to obtain sites in Peninsula's five campgrounds from mid-May to October 15. Use the Web or phone (888) 947-2757, TTY (800) 274-7275 to reserve a site or check for cancellations for arrival dates 2 days to 11 months in advance.
Photos of some Peninsula campsites are available online.
Special Notice: To help prevent the devastating effects of the emerald ash borer and other wood-borne insects, no firewood may be transported into Peninsula or any other state park from more than 50 miles away or from quarantined areas. Many campers who were not aware of this restriction have had their firewood confiscated at the park entrance. You can buy firewood at the park wood yard. If you buy firewood within the 50-mile limit, be ready to show a receipt of purchase.
Nature
This is a great time to view migrating waterfowl along the western shore of the park (Green Bay). There are no limits to what you could see!
The Peninsula State Park Nature Center has programs scheduled throughout the year. Email the Nature Center or call (920) 854-5976 for more information.
Golf Course
Peninsula State Park golf course is closed for the season. Visit the golf course Web site [exit DNR] or call (920) 854-5791.
Centennial Events
Centennial events [exit DNR]
American Folklore Theatre
[exit DNR]
More Information
Weather
[exit DNR]
Friends
of Peninsula State Park [exit DNR]
For information about programs at Peninsula State Park, ask at the nature center, (920) 854-5976. For other information about the park, ask at the park office, (920) 868-3258 or see the Peninsula Web pages.
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