Address: 18127 Cty Hwy O
Phone: 715-382-4574
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Lake Wissota State Park
Chippewa County is proud to be home to Lake Wissota State Park, which lies on the shores of our largest lake – Lake Wissota. There are beautiful campsites and recreational activities for year-round enjoyment. Beach access for dogs is permitted in a separate area to the right of the primary beach.
Activities
Lake Wissota State Park offers more than 11 miles of scenic trails that follow the shorelines of Lake Wissota and wind through woodlands and prairies. The following activities are available at the park:
- Hiking
- Biking
- Equestrian
- Cross-country ski
- Snowshoe
- Snowmobile trails
Rentals are available for canoes, cross-country skis, kayaks, and snowshoes.
Boat Rental Prices
$20 for 3 hours; $30 for all day. Must be returned 30 minutes before office closes.
Plus a $10 cash deposit that will be returned once all the supplies are returned.
Boat Rental Equipment
- 3 canoes (two aluminum and one green plastic. Each have 2 seats and it is possible for a third person to sit on the floor in the center. Canoe C7 is shorter.)
- 3 double kayaks (two sit-in and one sit-on-top; two riders maximum.)
- 7 single kayaks (six sit-on-top and one sit-in; one rider per boat.)
- 2 paddle boards (two identical hard plastic boards with foam pad.)
- 1 rowboat (located at the boat launch; four person limit.)
- 1 handicap accessible kayak
Rules and regulations apply. Ask office staff for details or refer to rental agreement forms received at time of checkout. Life jackets and paddles are included in the rental fee and can be picked up at the front office along with a key to unlock your rental.
There are a variety of restaurants located around the lake that you can boat or drive to. The perfect spots to grab a bite to eat after a big adventure around the park!
Campsites
The park has campsites suitable for tents, trailers, RV’s, and campers. Visitors find many accommodations to make the stay comfortable. Firewood is available for sale at the park office.
Family Campground
Campers find 116 wooded, secluded family campsites. 58 of these campsites have electricity. There are showers, flush toilets, and a sanitary dumping station. The family campground also has a large play area in the middle of the campground loops.
Group Campground
The group campground in the southern part of the park has two tent-only group sites that can accommodate up to 100 people each.