Point Beach State Forest
Rawley Point Lighthouse Day
Point Beach State ForestFree public tours of the Rawley Point Lighthouse keeper's quarters. Coast Guard personnel and relatives of the last lighthouse keeper will be on location to talk about the rich history of the building and lighthouse. Don't miss two free performances by Lee Murdock at the Nature Center.
Mammoth Challenge Hike: Full Moon over Lake Michigan
Point Beach State ForestA guided hike provided by the Lakeshore Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance. Hike 2.8 miles out and back to observe the full moon often called the Hunters Moon—and the Freezing Moon by some Native American tribes. The trail is fairly flat and parallels Molash Creek part of the way. Also traverse a couple […]
Ice Age Trail Hike
Point Beach State ForestA guided hike provided by the Lakeshore Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance. Explore the south end of Point Beach State Forest. Walk the beach and revel in the scenic view of Lake Michigan. Anticipate a stream crossing. A seven-mile round trip. Shuttle available for those who wish to hike one way only. Meet […]
World Sound Explorations & Interactive Drum Circle
Point Beach State ForestMusician, educator and composer Ryan Meisel travels to select Wisconsin state parks where he performs Spiritual Currents—a blend of Indigenous world music and jazz that honors his spiritual connection to nature and cultures from around the world. He plays Native American flutes, saxophones, and Indigenous woodwinds including East Indian bansuri, Lithuanian skuduciai & birbyne, Irish […]
Ice Age Trail Hike
Point Beach State ForestA guided hike provided by the Lakeshore Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance. Explore the middle section of Point Beach State Forest to see examples of the ridges and swales topography. A seven-mile round trip. Shuttle available for those who wish to hike one way only. Meet at the Viceroy Road and County Road […]
Shipwrecks of Rawley Point
Point Beach State ForestMeet at the Nature Center to hear Greg Lutz from the Wisconsin Maritime Museum present fascinating information about and stories behind the many shipwrecks around Rawley Point, including the Rouse Simmons, Vernon and Major Anderson. Items from these wrecks are still washing up on Point Beach after 140 years! Check out the new Shipwrecks of […]
Ice Age Trail Hike
Point Beach State ForestA guided hike provided by the Lakeshore Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance. Traverse the north end of Point Beach State Forest and into the School Forest. A six-mile round trip. Shuttle available for those who wish to hike one direction only. Meet at the parking lot across County Road O from Park Road. The Hike We will hike from the Red Pine parking lot north on the Red Pine trail, and then continue […]
Lakeshore Shipwreck Sipfest
Point Beach State ForestThe Friends of Point Beach State Forest host an exciting new event for adults 21 and older at the Nature Center: Taste wines and beers produced in this area and view the new Shipwrecks of Rawley Point exhibit. Raffles, too. While you're there, purchase food at the concession stand, hike the trails, and enjoy the beach—all in one great […]
CANDLELIGHT SKI & HIKE at Point Beach State Forest
Point Beach State ForestSaturday, January 20, 2024, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. The Forest and trails will be glowing with hundreds of candle luminaries. Skiers and hikers can take an easy one-mile loop on a candlelit trail. Trails lace through the pine and hemlock forest. A warming fire and hot chocolate will be available at the Nature Center. The […]
First Hike at Point Beach State Forest
Point Beach State ForestMonday, January 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Looking for something to do to kick off the first day of 2024? Join us for a First Day Hike at Point Beach State Forest. It will be a self-guided 1/2 mile hike on the Swales Nature Trail beginning at the Lodge from 1pm-3pm. Vehicle admission stickers […]
Full Moon Hike at Point Beach State Forest
Point Beach State ForestSaturday, October 28, 2023 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm Point Beach Stater Forest Take a guided night hike to see the moon rise over Lake Michigan. The October full moon is often called Hunters Moon, and was sometimes called Freezing Moon by Native American tribes. The trail is fairly flat and the hike parallels Molash Creek part of the way. Out and […]
Point Beach State Forest Ice Age Trail Hike
Point Beach State ForestSaturday, October 7, 2023 - 9:00am to 11:00am Point Beach State Forest Meet in the Red Pine parking lot west of the State Forest entrance on County Highway O. Hike two miles to Highway V and return. Shuttle available at Highway V for those who wish to hike only one way. A track chair can be provided by […]
First Day Hike
Point Beach State ForestCelebrate the first day of 2023 with an invigorating excursion! Take a .75-mile hike or snowshoe along the Swales Nature Trail. Afterward, warm up with hot chocolate or coffee in front of the Nature Center fireplace. Dogs are allowed on the trail but not inside the Nature Center.
Hike the Point Beach State Forest Segment of the Ice Age Trail
Point Beach State ForestThe Lakeshore Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance hosts a four-mile hike. Park in the Red Pine parking lot west of the park entrance on County O. Hike leader is John Elliott; contact him at johnelliott009@yahoo.com. September 25 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am FREE
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