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Buckhorn State Park

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Information: 608-565-2789
Toll Free: 888-936-7463

6am-11pm.

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Buckhorn State Park is a water lover’s paradise, set on a scenic peninsula in the Castle Rock Flowage of the Wisconsin River. Covering more than 8,000 acres along with two adjacent wildlife areas, the park offers hiking trails, a canoe trail, family and group campsites, and unique cart-in camping for a rustic experience. Visitors will also find an accessible cabin, a fishing pier, wildlife blinds, and adaptive equipment, such as specialized kayaks and sit skis, making outdoor adventures accessible to everyone.

Show off your selfie skills! Find a selfie stand located down the paved walkway to the beachfront on the left-hand side and stop for a fun photo. Share yours with us on Instagram using #ScenicWisconsin. 

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Castle Rock-Petenwell Lakes Association

Mauston Area Chamber of Commerce, Greater

Wisconsin DNR State Park System

Necedah Area Chamber of Commerce

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  • Adaptive Equipment Available
    • Cross-country sit skis, adaptive kayak & beach wheelchair
  • Adaptive Equipment Available
    • Yes
  • Features
    • On Water
    • Pets Welcome/Inquire
  • Cross-Country Skiing/Snowshoeing Trail Type
    • Groomed
    • Tracked
    • Flat
    • Open
    • Wooded
  • Campground Type
    • Backpack
    • RV
    • Tent
    • Trailer
    • Group Sites
    • Winter Camping
  • Publicly Owned
    • Yes
  • Canoeing, Kayaking and SUP Services Available
    • Rentals
  • Canoe
    • Yes
  • Trail Length (miles)
    • 6
  • Toilets
    • Yes
  • Kayak
    • Yes
  • Dumping Station
    • Yes
  • Showers and Flush Toilets
    • Yes
  • Snowshoeing
    • Yes
  • Camping Hook-ups
    • Electric
  • Adventure Sports Activities
    • Kayaking
  • Shelter
    • Yes
  • Natural Attractions Type
    • Beaches
    • Parks, Forests, Trails
  • Accessible Wildlife Blind
    • Yes
  • Accessible Fishing Pier
    • Yes
  • Boat Launch
    • Yes
  • Number of Campsites
    • 118
  • Nature Trails
    • Yes
  • Accessible Cabin
    • Yes
  • Accessible Campsite
    • Yes

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Green Innovations

100 acres of damaged land has been developed into oak barrensInterpretive trails and signs educate users about the oak barrensCampers are strongly encouraged to participate in the park's recycling programLeave No Trace principles are promotedThe introduction and transportation of invasive species are prevented through action and education

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