Interstate State Park
St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin

Whatever outdoor activities you enjoy, you'll find that a variety of recreational opportunities await you at Interstate State Park. It's Wisconsin's oldest state park, established in 1900.

The park has two campgrounds with a total of 85 family campsites, and a primitive group camp that accommodates 60 people. Advance reservations are recommended and also can be made by calling toll-free (888) WI PARKS ((888) 947-2757, TTY (800) 274-7275).

Park map [PDF 137KB]

Picnic in any of several different areas of the park. Picnic tables and grills are available, as well as open shelters that can be reserved for group picnics.

There are an excellent swimming beach and Beach House at scenic Lake O' the Dalles. A boat launch provides access to the St. Croix River and the interesting rock formations on the Dalles of the St. Croix gorge.

A vehicle admission sticker is required. National Park Service [exit DNR] passes are accepted.

Enjoy the quiet beauty of the St. Croix River in early morning.
DNR Photo

Please become a new member of the Friends of Interstate Park or renew your annual membership. Proceeds from all sales and membership dues benefit the friends group, a nonprofit organization that helps support the naturalist program at the park.

In the Area

Gandy Dancer State Trail—Walking, biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing
Polk County [exit DNR]—Accommodations, activities, dining, events, and more
Straight Lake State Park—Hiking, fishing, nature.

How to Get There

Interstate State Park is in St. Croix Falls, on Wisconsin Highway 35 just 1/2 mile south of U.S. Highway 8. The park is open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day.

For more information, ask:

Interstate State Park
State Highway 35
P.O. Box 703
St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
(715) 483-3747

Interpretive programs: Julieann Fox