Ice Age National Scenic Trail
The western terminus starts inside Interstate State Park, making Polk County one of the easiest places to begin an Ice Age Trail trip.
Parks guide
Our Local Parks
A practical Polk County parks guide for county park stops, state and national outdoor anchors, sport courts, skate parks, riverway access, and trail support groups.
Source reviewed June 14, 2026 CTDiscover Polk County WI source
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county park listings
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state and national anchors
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sport court and skate stops
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park and trail groups
Open the recreation mapUse the live map for park, trail, boat launch, and recreation records around the county.Find a beachPair local parks with picnic, swim, and lake-day stops when the weather cooperates.Check park programsLook for weekend events before building a park day or trail stop around town.
Outdoor anchors
State, national, and signature trail stops
These are the bigger outdoor systems visitors can use as anchors for day trips, hikes, river access, and cross-county trail plans.
Interstate State Park - WI
Wisconsin's oldest state park sits above the St. Croix River with glacial potholes, river views, hiking, camping, and trail access.
Gandy Dancer State Trail
A north-south rail trail corridor for biking, walking, snowmobiling, and longer cross-county outdoor routes.
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
A National Park Service riverway for paddling, fishing, scenic overlooks, and protected St. Croix and Namekagon River experiences.
Stower Seven Lakes State Trail
A crushed-limestone state trail connecting communities and lake country between Dresser and Amery.
County park list
Find a local park
The local park list includes playgrounds, picnic areas, ball fields, campgrounds, wildlife areas, and lake recreation stops from the Polk County tourism source.
Ahlgren Wildlife Preserve & Recreation Area
Apple River County Park & Campground
Atlas County Park
Black Brook County Park
D.D. Kennedy County Park
Lotus Lake County Park
Ridler's Mill County Park
Somers Lake Recreation Area
Courts and wheel parks
Sport courts and skate stops
St. Croix Pickleball and Recreational Sports Facility
1330 220th Street, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
WebsiteRCU Sport Court at Wild River Fitness
2630 65th Avenue, Osceola, WI 54020
WebsiteOsceola Wheel Park
1289 South Vincent Street, St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
WebsiteFrederic Pickleball Courts
Frederic, WI 54837
WebsiteCommunity support
Organizations supporting parks and trails
These groups help keep the parks, trails, riverway, and winter routes useful for locals and visitors.
Ice Age Trail Alliance
Conserves, creates, maintains, and promotes the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.
Friends of the Gandy
Supports maintenance and enhancement of the Gandy Dancer State Trail.
Friends of Interstate and Straight Lake Parks
Supports naturalist programs and appreciation of local state park history.
Wild Rivers Conservancy
Works to protect the ecological integrity of the St. Croix and Namekagon Riverway.
Friends of the Stower
Promotes and maintains the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail.
Polk County Snowmobile Club
Coordinates snowmobile and ATV trail support across Polk County.
Osceola Trails & Parks
Volunteer support for trails, parks, public events, and work sessions around Osceola.