Anna B.
9/9/2024
Highly recommend hiking here! There is a small parking lot. It helps to come early otherwise you may have to find parking somewhere else. We noticed cars just parking on the side of the county...
Parfrey's Glen
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Merrimac, WI 53561
Parfrey's Glen State Natural Area is Wisconsin's first State Natural Area and one of the most frequently visited spots in the region, located just east of Devil's Lake State Park. Featuring stunning sandstone walls and a mountain-type stream, the glen is a protected habitat for threatened plants and insects, necessitating that visitors stay on designated trails to preserve its unique ecosystem.
Over the years, Parfrey's Glen has faced significant changes due to severe flooding, leading to trail closures and erosion challenges. Despite these issues, the glen offers an adventurous experience for hikers, with the opportunity to explore the scenic beauty of its depths and the pool below its waterfall, while adhering to strict regulations to ensure safety and conservation.
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4.520 reviews
Zaida O.
6/1/2024
Totally worth the time, part of the trail isn't maintained and Ww were able to continue navigating. There's a small stream so shoes may get wet. The scenery was heavenly all around you. We had...
Becky L.
6/6/2021
Loved this area! We've been a few times over the years and it's always so calming. We were there for memorial day weekend so it was pretty busy. Prepare to bring extra shoes if you opt to hike...
PJ C.
4/19/2021
A real fun short hike in a geologically interesting area. Fortunately the park has reopened after being closed for almost a year due to Covid. I am glad we were here on a weekday in early spring...
Yevka Y.
1/19/2023
This is one of my favorite parks. It is just BEAUTIFUL! In the summer you can wade down the shallow stream, and view all the waterfalls along the way. In the winter, if it is very cold and the...
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