Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area

Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area offers 707 acres of preserved and restored wooded hills, wetlands, and prairie traversed with hiking and cross-country ski trails. It's an excellent bird watching area.

A 60-foot-high observation tower crowns one of the highest points in Dunn County, offering spectacular views of the surrounding countryside, especially in autumn.

On a clear day, you can see for many miles from the observation tower.
DNR Photo

State park vehicle admission stickers aren't required at Hoffman Hills, but each cross-country skier age 16 and older must have a state trail pass.

Hike up the trail to the southeast from the parking lot for a view of distant farms.
DNR Photo by Bonnie Gruber

Things to do

There are three picnic areas in Hoffman Hills. You can gather edible nuts, mushrooms, and berries. (Do not pick other plants.) The area is open for deer hunting during the November deer gun season. In the winter, enjoy sledding, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing. Dogs are not allowed anywhere in Hoffman Hills.

Except for an outdoor group camp for organized youth groups, Hoffman Hills is limited to day use, opening at 7 a.m. and closing at 9 p.m. Contact the park office for group camp information or reservations.

In the Area

Chippewa River State Trail—Bicycling, walking, and in-line skating
Menomonie [exit DNR]—Accommodations, activities, dining, events, and more
Red Cedar State Trail—Walking, running, bicycling, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing
Muddy Creek State Wildlife Area—Hunting and fishing
Muddy Creek Sedge Meadow State Natural Area—A transitional zone wetland with many birds

How to Get There

Hoffman Hills is 10 miles northeast of Menomonie. See the area map [PDF 247KB].

From the west, take Interstate 94 to the County Highway B exit about 4 miles east of Menomonie. Go left (north) on Highway B about .7 mile to 650th Avenue. Go right (east) on 650th Avenue which joins County Highway E in about 1.5 miles. Continue on Highway E about 3.5 miles to 740th Street. Turn left (north) on 740th Street and go about 1.3 miles. The park entrance will be on your right.

From the east, take Interstate 94 to the US Highway 12 / State Highway 29 exit. Go right (east) about .2 mile to State Highway 40. Take Highway 40 left (north) about 3.1 miles to County Highway E. Turn left (west) on Highway E and go about 3.5 miles to 740th Street. Turn right (north on 740th Street and go about 1.3 miles. The park entrance will be on your right.

For more information, ask:

Hoffman Hills
921 Brickyard Road
Menomonie WI 54751
(715) 232-1242