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Candlelight Night – February 7

Candlelight Night – February 7

by Derek Anderson | Jan 24, 2026 | Candlelight Night, Events, Hiking, Interstate Park WI, Skiing, Snowshoeing

Come and join us for an evening of fun with family and friends!  Experience the magic of winter at Interstate Park with our annual candlelight night event.  Refreshments, food and entertainment provided by the friends of Interstate and Straight Lake State Parks. A...
First Day Hike

First Day Hike

by Derek Anderson | Jan 2, 2026 | Events, First Day Hike, Interstate Park WI, Past Event, Straight Lake Park WI

Kicking off the New Year Outside! Dozens of individuals came out to Interstate and Straight Lake State Parks to kick off the new year with a winter hike.  Participants could warm by a fire while making s’mores or warm up at the Ice Age Center with snacks, hot...
Not Just for the Birds!!

Not Just for the Birds!!

by Derek Anderson | Dec 10, 2025 | Highlight, Interstate Park WI, Nature Storytime, Things To Do

Last week during Nature Storytime, kids, moms, dads and grandmas made peanut butter sunflower seed pine cones for the winter birds to eat. After finishing the bird treats, we made homemade waffles for everyone and sang songs. It was a fun thing to do on a cold winter...
Audio Tour Updated!

Audio Tour Updated!

by Derek Anderson | Dec 7, 2025 | Highlight, Hiking, Interstate Park WI, Things To Do, Trails

Interstate park Naturalist, Maia Lieske, has recently updated the audio tour available for Interstate Park with 12 stops throughout the park. You have the opportunity to further explore the beauty and history of the park. In this audio tour, you will learn about the...
Kick off the New Year with a First Day Hike!

Kick off the New Year with a First Day Hike!

by Derek Anderson | Dec 6, 2025 | Events, First Day Hike, Hiking, Things To Do, Trails

Grab your friends, lace up your boots, and start the New Year on the right trail! Join us for our annual First Day Hike—where the air is fresh, the vibes are cheerful, and the snacks are downright delicious. Warm up around the fire with tasty refreshments as we...
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Where to Find Us

Mailing Address:
P.O Box 703
St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
715-483-3747

Interstate Park
1275 WI-35
St Croix Falls, WI 54024

Straight Lake Park
2700 120th Street
Luck, WI 54853

Directions

Interstate Park is in St. Croix Falls, on Wisconsin Highway 35 just 1/2 mile south of U.S. Highway 8.

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Interstate Park is open year-round from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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