Aztalan State Park, Archaeological park and historic site in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States
The 172-acre state park contains multiple earthen mounds, stockade remnants, and a residential area from an ancient Native American settlement along the Crawfish River.
Between 1000 and 1300 CE, a group of Middle Mississippian people established a settlement in this location, constructing large platform mounds for ceremonies.
Archaeological excavations at the site revealed numerous artifacts, including pottery, tools, and ceremonial objects that demonstrate the advanced social structure of the inhabitants.
Visitors can explore the site through interpretive trails, examine reconstructed features of the ancient settlement, and participate in guided educational programs throughout the year.
The site represents the northernmost extension of Middle Mississippian culture, featuring a rare combination of residential structures, defensive systems, and ceremonial platforms.
Location: Aztalan
Inception: 1947
Website: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/aztalan
GPS coordinates: 43.06560,-88.86290
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:45
Wisconsin contains numerous natural areas and historic sites away from typical tourist routes. Geological features include Cave of the Mounds with limestone formations, Parfrey's Glen with an 800-foot gorge, and Pewit's Nest State Natural Area with sandstone cliffs. The Apostle Islands Ice Caves offer seasonal ice formations along the Lake Superior shoreline. Rock Island State Park and Schoolhouse Beach on Washington Island provide access to remote islands and coastal areas. Devil's Lake State Park and Blue Mound State Park feature trails through varied terrain.
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