Kinnickinnic State Park

Kinnickinnic State Park is a nature reserve in Wisconsin located where the Kinnickinnic River meets the St. Croix River. The grounds contain gently rolling hills, dense forests, and open areas connected by several hiking paths.

The preserve was established in 1972 to protect the river landscape and natural ecosystems of the region. Since then it has served as a buffer between development and wilderness in this part of Wisconsin.

The park's name comes from the Kinnickinnic River, which flows through the area with origins in Native American language. Visitors can sit along the water's edge and watch the river move while birds nest in the surrounding trees.

The grounds are accessible daily and offer multiple paths of varying lengths for different fitness levels. Visitors should check in advance whether certain areas are seasonally closed or have special conditions.

The park was established at a geographically special location where two major rivers meet and create different habitats. This transition zone supports a variety of plant and animal species that are rarely found in other areas.

Location: Clifton

Inception: 1972

Website: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/kinnickinnic

GPS coordinates: 44.83000,-92.75030

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42