Richard Bong State Recreation Area
Current Conditions

Conditions as of Wednesday, July 16, 2008:

Hiking and horse trails are in good condition. Please use caution as Wild Parsnip is blooming.

Virtually all campsites are open for camping although some are moist, some soggy. The mosquito population is exceptionally healthy. If you are visiting, please come prepared. Mosquito repellent and head nets are available for sale.

The water level on Wolf Lake is high, approximately 7 inches higher than normal July levels. Water quality at the beach is very good.

There is currently a boil water advisory that affects the Visitor Center, Entrance Station, the water fill station and two drinking fountains.

The Urban Pond is still drained, construction is underway on the accessible fishing stations.

The live butterfly exhibit opened July 1 and will run through Labor Day. Visitor Center hours to view the exhibit are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and noon - 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

The park will begin taking reservations for waterfowl hunting blinds on August 1, and the drawing will be held August 25.

Dove hunting will begin September 1. New this year, dove hunters must use steel shot at the property.

The accessible cabin still has some weekday openings for reservations.

The accessible cabin is designed to be wheelchair accessible.
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Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 8 feet at all times.

Weather [exit DNR]

Please call Richard Bong State Recreation Area, (262) 878-5600, for daily updates of open/closed trails and other information.