Photo: Wisconsin DNR
Situated along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, the Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area offers unspoiled beauty with kettle lakes and many glacial features. Hiking, snowshoeing, backpack camping, fishing and bird watching are popular activities. The David R. Obey Ice Age Interpretive Center houses first-class glacial, cultural and natural history displays.
Quick answers
When is the best time to visit Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area?
It depends on what you came for. Camping is best in June–September, fall color in October, boating & paddling in June–September and ice fishing in January–February.
What can you do at Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area in each season?
Winter (December–February): hiking, fishing, ice fishing and snowshoeing. Spring (March–May): hiking, fishing and hunting. Summer (June–August): camping, hiking, boating & paddling, fishing and picnics & shelters. Fall (September–November): camping, hiking, fall color, boating & paddling, fishing, hunting and picnics & shelters.
Do you need a state park sticker at Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area?
Yes. Every motor vehicle that stops at Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area needs a Wisconsin State Park System vehicle admission sticker, daily or annual (from $13 a day with Wisconsin plates). Our Pass page has every price and which one to buy.
Can you camp at Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area in winter?
Camping here is seasonal, generally May–October. The DNR's pages for this property don't list winter camping.
What state parks and trails are near Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area?
The closest state properties, as the crow flies: Brunet Island State Park (12 mi), Old Abe State Trail (17 mi) and Lake Wissota State Park (17 mi).
Good for
- Boating & paddling
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Ice fishing
- Picnics & shelters
- Snowshoeing
Best months
January · February · June · July · August · September · October · November
Visiting
- Admission: A vehicle admission sticker is required.
- Hours: Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. year-round.
- Address: (Physical Address) 13394 Cty Hwy M New Auburn, WI 54757
- Phone: 715-967-2800
Accessibility
- Accessible campsite -- every developed campground here has at least one
From the DNR's accessibility guide, reviewed October 2026. Call the property to confirm before you go.
Nearby
- Brunet Island State Park (12 mi)
- Old Abe State Trail (17 mi)
- Lake Wissota State Park (17 mi)
- Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area (26 mi)
- Chippewa River State Trail (36 mi)
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Text and park details on this page come from the property's DNR pages, checked every Monday; last change October 24, 2026. Closures and notices load live. Check current conditions before you go.