Big Foot Beach State Park |
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This 272 acre park has a magnificent public beach and five miles
of hiking trails including lagoons, wooded areas, open grass and
marshlands that are home to many bird species. Located on Hwy 120
South of Lake Geneva. A State Park sticker is required and can be
purchased on site. |
Duck Lake Nature Area |
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On the Southern side of lake Como is this 2-mile lakeshore walkway
passing through brushes, woods and pastures. Also call Warbler Walkway
because most of the state's warblers have been seen there. Located
off Grandview Road. |
Fontana Fen |
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This 10-acre conservation area on Hwy 67 is home to one of the
rarest type of wetlands, the calcareous fen. A fen is a type of wetland
prairie with an internal ground water system conducive to supporting
only a few specialized plants. Located on Hwy 67 between Fontana
and Walworth west of St. Benedict Church. |
Four Seasons Nature Preserve |
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This 66-acre nature preserve is part of the City of Lake Geneva
Park System. 40 acres of wetland (sedge meadow, pond, calcareous
fen and tamaracks) and 20 acres of upland that are being restored
to prairies (xeric, sand, short-grass, tall-grass, wet mesic and
oak opening with mature oaks and hickories) are all on one site.
The preserve is bordered by 250 acres, which is part of a primary
environmental corridor, and is open to the public for tours. The
trail has plaques identifying various plant and animal species. Phone
(262) 248-3673. |
Kettle Moraine State Forest |
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Eighty miles of groomed and marked forest trails throughout this
2000-acre preserve provide a magnificent backdrop for hiking, biking,
and camping. In winter, cross-country skis are available for rent.
The forests' Southern unit is located on Hwy. H, five miles north
of Elkhorn. A State Park sticker is required and can be purchased
on site. Phone (262) 594-2135 |
Kishwauketoe Conservancy |
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Established in 1989, this natural area has been preserved for the
enjoyment of all. The name Kishwauketoe is the Potawatomi Indian
word for sparkling water. More than four miles of trails through
this 230-acre wetland area will take you through many kinds of habitats
and plant communities. Its main entrance is located in Williams Bay
along Hwy 67 just North of Geneva Street. |
21 Mile Walk Around Geneva Lake |
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Free. Access by any public park on the lake. |
Walk, Talk, And Gawk |
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A map and guide of the Geneva Lake Shore Path includes 7 separate
walks ranging from 2 to 3.5 miles. For each walk, points of interest,
distance, path conditions, public access, and parking information
are provided. Walk, Talk, and Gawk is available in local stores or
by mail order. Guided tours may be arranged. Phone (262) 249-1445. |