State Parks Near Elkhorn, Wisconsin
20 state park units lie within 50 miles of Elkhorn, including 5 parks across the line in Illinois. The closest is White River State Trail, about 6 mi east of town. 6 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- White River State Trail6 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 6of 20 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 111 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 7pets allowed
State parks near Elkhorn, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Elkhorn; driving distance is usually longer.
White River State Trail
Things to do include horseback riding and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for White River State Trail →Big Foot Beach State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and fishing. The official site lists about 5 miles of trails. For overnight stays there are 100 campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Big Foot Beach State Park →Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit
Things to do include horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. Camping is available: 264 campsites across 7 camping areas, including tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit →Kettle Moraine State Forest – Mukwonago River Unit
Covering about 986 acres, Kettle Moraine State Forest – Mukwonago River Unit lies in Waukesha County, about 3 miles southeast of Eagle.
Hours, fees and rules for Kettle Moraine State Forest – Mukwonago River Unit →Richard Bong State Recreation Area
Popular activities here are off-highway vehicle riding, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, and boating. For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Richard Bong State Recreation Area →Chain O' Lakes State Park
Covering about 5,124 acres, Chain O' Lakes State Park lies in Lake County, about 3 miles north of Fox Lake.
Hours, fees and rules for Chain O' Lakes State Park →Kettle Moraine State Forest – Lapham Peak Unit
Visitors come for horseback riding, biking, hiking, and picnicking. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Kettle Moraine State Forest – Lapham Peak Unit →Volo Bog State Natural Area
Covering about 796 acres, Volo Bog State Natural Area lies in Lake County, in Lakemoor.
Hours, fees and rules for Volo Bog State Natural Area →Moraine Hills State Park & McHenry Dam State Park
Its trail network totals roughly 10 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Moraine Hills State Park & McHenry Dam State Park →Glacial Drumlin State Trail
The park supports hunting in season, biking, and hiking. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Glacial Drumlin State Trail →Rock Cut State Park
Rock Cut State Park is a 3,080-acre park in Winnebago County, in Loves Park.
Hours, fees and rules for Rock Cut State Park →Aztalan State Park
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Aztalan State Park →Hank Aaron State Trail
Popular activities here are biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Hank Aaron State Trail →Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park
The official site lists about 5 miles of trails. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers lodge rooms.
Hours, fees and rules for Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park →Kettle Moraine State Forest – Loew Lake Unit
Visitors come for horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and fishing.
Hours, fees and rules for Kettle Moraine State Forest – Loew Lake Unit →Lakeshore State Park
Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Lakeshore State Park →Lake Kegonsa State Park
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and fishing. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Kegonsa State Park →Havenwoods State Forest
The park supports biking, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 6 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Havenwoods State Forest →Kettle Moraine State Forest – Pike Lake Unit
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and biking. Camping is available: 32 campsites across 2 camping areas, including tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Kettle Moraine State Forest – Pike Lake Unit →Capital Springs State Recreation Area
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, biking, and fishing. The official site lists about 6 miles of trails. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Capital Springs State Recreation Area →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Elkhorn
- Big Foot Beach State Park 9 mi southeast · 100 campsites
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit 13 mi north · 264 campsites
- Richard Bong State Recreation Area 21 mi east · Campground listed
- Chain O' Lakes State Park 23 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Lapham Peak Unit 27 mi north · Campground listed
+ 6 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Elkhorn
- Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park 40 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Elkhorn
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit 13 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Rock Cut State Park 32 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Aztalan State Park 32 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park 40 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- Lakeshore State Park 41 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 2 more in the list above
Swimming near Elkhorn
- Big Foot Beach State Park 9 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit 13 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Richard Bong State Recreation Area 21 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lake Kegonsa State Park 41 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Pike Lake Unit 46 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Elkhorn
- Big Foot Beach State Park 9 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit 13 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Richard Bong State Recreation Area 21 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Lapham Peak Unit 27 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Glacial Drumlin State Trail 29 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
+ 7 more in the list above
Fishing near Elkhorn
- Big Foot Beach State Park 9 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit 13 mi north · Fishing listed
- Richard Bong State Recreation Area 21 mi east · Fishing listed
- Aztalan State Park 32 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Loew Lake Unit 40 mi north · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Elkhorn
What is the closest state park to Elkhorn?
White River State Trail is the closest, about 6 miles east of Elkhorn in a straight line. Next are Big Foot Beach State Park and Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit.
How many state parks are near Elkhorn?
20 state park units are within 50 miles, and 6 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Elkhorn have camping?
11 parks list camping, the nearest being Big Foot Beach State Park, Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit and Richard Bong State Recreation Area. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Elkhorn?
Yes, at 7 parks, including Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit, Rock Cut State Park and Aztalan State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Elkhorn?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
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- Near Kenosha, WI34 mi east
- Near Oak Creek, WI35 mi northeast
- Near Watertown, WI37 mi north
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.