State Parks Near Green Bay, Wisconsin

15 state park units lie within 50 miles of Green Bay. The closest is Heritage Hill State Park, about 4 mi southwest of town. 5 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Heritage Hill State Park4 mi southwest
Within 25 miles
5of 15 within 50 mi
With camping
31 with cabins
Dog-friendly
1pets allowed

State parks near Green Bay, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Green Bay; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Heritage Hill State Park

    4 miles southwest · Allouez, Wisconsin · State Park

    Heritage Hill State Park is a 55-acre park in Brown County, in Allouez.

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  2. Fox River State Trail

    8 miles southwest · De Pere, Wisconsin · State Trail

    Things to do include horseback riding and biking.

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  3. Lost Dauphin State Park

    11 miles southwest · De Pere, Wisconsin · State Park

    Covering about 11 acres, Lost Dauphin State Park lies in Brown County, about 4 miles southwest of De Pere.

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  4. Newton Blackmour State Trail

    24 miles west · Black Creek, Wisconsin · State Trail

    Things to do include horseback riding and biking.

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  5. Ahnapee State Trail

    24 miles east · Algoma, Wisconsin · State Trail

    Things to do include horseback riding, biking, and hiking.

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  6. Oconto River State Trail

    25 miles north · Suamico, Wisconsin · State Trail

    The park supports biking.

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  7. Friendship State Trail

    25 miles southwest · Sherwood, Wisconsin · State Trail

    Things to do include horseback riding and biking.

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  8. Devil's River State Trail

    25 miles southeast · Manitowoc, Wisconsin · State Trail

    Popular activities here are biking.

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  9. Copper Culture State Park

    26 miles north · Oconto, Wisconsin · State Park

    In Oconto County, in Oconto, Copper Culture State Park covers about 66 acres.

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  10. High Cliff State Park

    29 miles southwest · Sherwood, Wisconsin · State Park

    Visitors come for horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and group camping.

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  11. Point Beach State Forest

    32 miles southeast · Two Rivers, Wisconsin · State Forest

    Visitors come for horseback riding, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, and boating. For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites).

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  12. Potawatomi State Park

    36 miles northeast · Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin · State Park

    The park supports canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, biking, and fishing. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.

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  13. Mountain-Bay State Trail

    41 miles northwest · Shawano, Wisconsin · State Trail

    Things to do include horseback riding, biking, and hiking.

    Hiking

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  14. Fischer Creek State Recreation Area

    42 miles south · Cleveland, Wisconsin · State Recreation Area

    Fischer Creek State Recreation Area is a 120-acre recreation area in Manitowoc County, about 2 miles northeast of Cleveland.

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  15. Whitefish Dunes State Park

    49 miles northeast · Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin · State Park

    The park supports canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and biking.

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Green Bay

  1. High Cliff State Park 29 mi southwest · Campground listed
  2. Point Beach State Forest 32 mi southeast · Campground listed
  3. Potawatomi State Park 36 mi northeast · Campground listed

Cabins and lodging near Green Bay

  1. Potawatomi State Park 36 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays

Dog-friendly state parks near Green Bay

  1. High Cliff State Park 29 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules

Swimming near Green Bay

  1. High Cliff State Park 29 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Point Beach State Forest 32 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Whitefish Dunes State Park 49 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area

Hiking near Green Bay

  1. Ahnapee State Trail 24 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  2. High Cliff State Park 29 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
  3. Point Beach State Forest 32 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  4. Potawatomi State Park 36 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
  5. Mountain-Bay State Trail 41 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed

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Fishing near Green Bay

  1. High Cliff State Park 29 mi southwest · Fishing listed
  2. Potawatomi State Park 36 mi northeast · Fishing listed
  3. Whitefish Dunes State Park 49 mi northeast · Fishing listed

Questions about state parks near Green Bay

What is the closest state park to Green Bay?

Heritage Hill State Park is the closest, about 4 miles southwest of Green Bay in a straight line. Next are Fox River State Trail and Lost Dauphin State Park.

How many state parks are near Green Bay?

15 state park units are within 50 miles, and 5 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Green Bay have camping?

3 parks list camping, the nearest being High Cliff State Park, Point Beach State Forest and Potawatomi State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Green Bay?

Yes, at 1 park, including High Cliff 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 Green Bay?

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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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.