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Plan Ahead For A Successful Memorial Day Weekend At Wisconsin State Park System Properties
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to plan ahead this Memorial Day weekend to avoid long lines and enjoy time outside on Wisconsin’s public lands.
Fire Destroys Tank Creek Bridge Along Great River State Trail; Bridge Closed Until Further Notice
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the Tank Creek Bridge on the Great River State Trail is currently closed until further notice due to damage from a fire on Thursday evening, May 15, 2025. There were no injuries reported but unfortunately the bridge is a total loss. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Northern Zone Musky Season Opens May 24
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers the 2025 northern zone muskellunge (musky) season begins May 24 and runs through Dec. 31, 2025.
DNR Offering Funding To Promote Safe ATV/UTV Operation
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging organizations that recruit and train all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and utility terrain vehicle (UTV) safety instructors and volunteer trail ambassadors to apply for funding to support their programs.
2025 Spring Hearing Statewide Results Now Available
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the 2025 Spring Hearing questions and results are now available.
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