Hartman Creek State Park and Emmons Creek Fishery Area

With several quiet lakes to explore, these two properties are popular destinations for canoeists and kayakers. Hikers and birders enjoy the trails that traverse these 2,800 acres, including parts of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. The properties offer a mix of habitats including pine and hardwood forests, oak savannas, old fields, marshes, lakes, and upland meadows. This variety attracts lots of birds; the bird list for the properties is an impressive 253 species. Volunteer naturalists at the park offer interpretive programs throughout the summer. Enjoy swimming in spring-fed Hartman Lake, 103 campsites, a log cabin nature center, summer naturalist programs, fishing, and 10 miles of hiking trails, including 7 miles of horse trails and 7 miles of mountain bike off-road trails.

Directions: From Waupaca, travel west 5 miles on Hwy 54 to Hartman Creek Road, then south 1.5 miles to the park. Emmons Creek Fishery Area is just southwest and adjacent to the park.

Gazetteer: Page 53, 7-B.

Phone: 715/258-2372.

Web site: Hartman Creek State Park | WDNR Emmons Creek Fishery Area (#53)

Signature Species: Scarlet Tanager, Least Flycatcher, Red-tailed Hawk, American Kestrel and Karner Blue Butterfly.

Rare Species: Acadian Flycatcher, Grasshopper Sparrow and Henslow’s Sparrow.

Seasonality: Open all year.

Parking: Parking lots.

Nearest Food & Lodging: Waupaca.

Fees: Park fees apply.