Kettle Moraine State Forest—Southern Unit
Interpretive Programs

• Nature Trails
• Children's Activities

Visit the Forest Headquarters to take advantage of the Natural History Museum, see a video, and buy field guides and souvenirs from the Trading Post Gift Shop.

A mural, Giants of the Ice Age, depicts mammals that lived here in prehistoric times.
Painting by Helen Wehler

Another mural shows how people may have skinned a mammoth.
Painting by Robert Frankowiak

The 20-minute video Wisconsin's Kettle Moraine is shown in the auditorium by request. A number of paintings of local historical events by local artist Helen Wehler are also on display in the auditorium.

A variety of natural history books, maps, and T-shirts are available for purchase. All sales help support the Kettle Moraine Natural History Association.

Nature Trails

The Southern Unit-Kettle Moraine State Forest feature seven self-guided nature trails. These trails are family friendly and highlight unique land formations. However, pets are NOT allowed on these trails, but are welcome on hiking trails. Self-guided nature trail booklets are available at the trailheads, forest headquarters, and Ottawa Lake and Whitewater Lake Contact Station. A small donation is suggested for these booklets. For more information, call the park office (262) 594-6215.

Children’s Activities

The following programs are designed to teach children about and enhance their appreciation for outdoors. The Southern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest offers:

• Take Smokey Bear Camping
• Wisconsin Explorer
• EEK! (Environmental Education for Kids)

For more information, ask:

Kettle Moraine State Forest--Southern Unit
Ron Kurowski, Naturalist
S91 W39091 Highway 59
Eagle, WI 53119
(262) 594-6215