High Cliff State Park

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

High Cliff State Park is located in the U.S.


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Summary

state of Wisconsin, and is known for its stunning views of Lake Winnebago, as well as its rich cultural and natural history. The park offers a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, camping, boating, swimming, fishing, and picnicking.

Some of the main points of interest at the park include the High Cliff Mound, which is the largest Indian burial ground in Wisconsin, as well as the Lime Kiln Ruins, which date back to the 1800s and offer a glimpse into the area’s industrial past. Visitors can also explore the park’s extensive network of hiking and biking trails, which wind through dense forests, open prairies, and along the cliffs overlooking the lake.

In addition to its natural beauty and rich history, the park offers a range of amenities and facilities for visitors, including camping sites, picnic areas, boat launches, and a visitor center with exhibits on the park’s geology, flora, and fauna.

The best time of year to visit High Cliff State Park depends on your interests and preferences. Spring and fall offer cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, while summer is the busiest season and offers the most opportunities for swimming and boating. Winter, meanwhile, offers a chance to explore the park’s snowy landscapes and participate in winter sports like snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

Overall, High Cliff State Park is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking to experience Wisconsin’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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