Northern Highland/American Legion State Forest
8am-10:30pm.
Covers 223,283 acres in northern Wisconsin including 900 lakes and 18 family campgrounds. A total of 244 bird species frequent the forest - that's 73 percent of all species recorded in Wisconsin. Nesting pairs of bald eagles, osprey and loons are common. It is home to one of the largest Bald Eagle nesting concentrations in the world. 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.
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Features
On Water
Camping
Pets Welcome/Inquire
- Number of Campsites
- 871
- Publicly Owned
- Yes
- Dumping Station
- Yes
- Natural Attractions Type
- Beaches
- Parks, Forests, Trails
- Scenic Vistas
- Campground Type
- Backpack
- Tent
- Boat Launch
- Yes
- Trail Length (miles)
- 47
- Beach
- Yes
- Showers and Flush Toilets
- Yes
- Nature Trails
- Yes
Nearby Places
Travel Green Wisconsin Certified
Certified: (Req. 30 Points)
Green Innovations
Performs scientific research at Crystal Lake, which also educates the public.Use Energy Star qualified products; use tankless water heaters.Performed a shoreline restoration project.Use non-toxic, earth-friendly cleaning products and detergent.Encourages the use of water fountains to minimize the use of plastic bottlesEducate guests on invasive species and how to avoid transporting them
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