Wisconsin is home to 50 state parks, 15 state forests, 44 state trails, 84,000 miles of rivers and streams, roughly 15,000 lakes, and so much more. For the first weekend every June, you can explore it all with state park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes waived. Watch for free admission events held during this period on the DNR events calendar.
Key Details for Free Fun Weekend
- Dates: June 6–7, 2026.
- What is Free:
- State Park Admission: No vehicle admission stickers required.
- Fishing: No fishing license or stamps needed.
- Trail Passes: State trail passes are waived.
- ATV/UTV: No trail passes required for public ATV trails.
Additional Information
- Regulations: All regular fishing regulations, such as bag and length limits, still apply.
- Property Hours: State parks and trails are typically open from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
- Clean Boats, Clean Waters: Boaters must still follow all aquatic invasive species regulations, including draining all water from boats and livewells.
If you are planning to visit a specific park, would you like me to help you find:
- Specific fishing clinics or events happening near La Crosse?
- Top-rated state parks within a certain driving distance from you?
- Camping reservation information for that weekend?
