Merrick State Park

View Website Favorite (4) S2965 State Road 35 - Fountain City, WI 54629
Information: 608-687-4936
Toll Free: 888-947-2757
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Located on the backwaters of the Mississippi River, the park is a year-round haven for anglers. Its marshy bayous are home to egrets and herons. Pets are welcome in Wisconsin State Parks but must be on a leash and under control at all times. Certain areas may be off limits to pets. Visit our website for more details.

  • Features
    • On Water
    • Pets Welcome/Inquire
  • Cross-Country Skiing/Snowshoeing Trail Type
    • Flat
    • Open
    • Wooded
  • Fish Type
    • Blue Gill
    • Crappie
  • Number of Campsites
    • 65
  • Publicly Owned
    • Yes
  • Trail Length (miles)
    • 3
  • Showers and Flush Toilets
    • Yes
  • Dumping Station
    • Yes
  • Natural Attractions Type
    • Parks, Forests, Trails
  • Camping Hook-ups
    • Electric

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Certified: (Req. 30 Points)

To be certified through Travel Green Wisconsin, all participants must achieve at least 30 points on the Travel Green Wisconsin Checklist. The more points a business attains, the greener they are in their operations.

Green Innovations

  • Provides and uses reusable goods, such as cups, mugs, plates, etc.
  • Lighting is compact fluorescent.
  • Firewood is purchased from local business and sold to campers.
  • Display interpretive signs to education customers.
  • Turn off small appliances when not in use.