State Parks Near Manitowoc, Wisconsin
15 state park units lie within 50 miles of Manitowoc. The closest is Devil's River State Trail, about 8 mi northwest of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Devil's River State Trail8 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 15 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 5parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 2pets allowed
State parks near Manitowoc, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Manitowoc; driving distance is usually longer.
Devil's River State Trail
Popular activities here are biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Devil's River State Trail →Fischer Creek State Recreation Area
Fischer Creek State Recreation Area is a 120-acre recreation area in Manitowoc County, about 2 miles northeast of Cleveland.
Hours, fees and rules for Fischer Creek State Recreation Area →Point Beach 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).
Hours, fees and rules for Point Beach State Forest →Fox River State Trail
Things to do include horseback riding and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Fox River State Trail →Friendship State Trail
Things to do include horseback riding and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Friendship State Trail →Kohler-Andrae State Park
Visitors come for horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. Camping is available: 2 camping areas, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Kohler-Andrae State Park →Lost Dauphin State Park
Covering about 11 acres, Lost Dauphin State Park lies in Brown County, about 4 miles southwest of De Pere.
Hours, fees and rules for Lost Dauphin State Park →High Cliff 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.
Hours, fees and rules for High Cliff State Park →Heritage Hill State Park
Heritage Hill State Park is a 55-acre park in Brown County, in Allouez.
Hours, fees and rules for Heritage Hill State Park →Ahnapee State Trail
Things to do include horseback riding, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Ahnapee State Trail →Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit
Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, and hunting in season. Camping is available: 200 campsites across 4 camping areas, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit →Harrington Beach State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Harrington Beach State Park →Newton Blackmour State Trail
Things to do include horseback riding and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Newton Blackmour State Trail →Eisenbahn State Trail
Visitors come for biking and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Eisenbahn State Trail →Lizard Mound State Park
Things to do include hiking and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Lizard Mound State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Manitowoc
- Point Beach State Forest 12 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Kohler-Andrae State Park 30 mi south · Campground listed
- High Cliff State Park 31 mi west · Campground listed
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit 39 mi southwest · 200 campsites
- Harrington Beach State Park 42 mi south · Campground listed
Dog-friendly state parks near Manitowoc
- High Cliff State Park 31 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Harrington Beach State Park 42 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Manitowoc
- Point Beach State Forest 12 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kohler-Andrae State Park 30 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- High Cliff State Park 31 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit 39 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Harrington Beach State Park 42 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Manitowoc
- Point Beach State Forest 12 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Kohler-Andrae State Park 30 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- High Cliff State Park 31 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Ahnapee State Trail 37 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit 39 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Fishing near Manitowoc
- Kohler-Andrae State Park 30 mi south · Fishing listed
- High Cliff State Park 31 mi west · Fishing listed
- Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit 39 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Harrington Beach State Park 42 mi south · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Manitowoc
What is the closest state park to Manitowoc?
Devil's River State Trail is the closest, about 8 miles northwest of Manitowoc in a straight line. Next are Fischer Creek State Recreation Area and Point Beach State Forest.
How many state parks are near Manitowoc?
15 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Manitowoc have camping?
5 parks list camping, the nearest being Point Beach State Forest, Kohler-Andrae State Park and High Cliff State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Manitowoc?
Yes, at 2 parks, including High Cliff State Park and Harrington Beach 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 Manitowoc?
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.
State parks near other cities
- Near Sheboygan, WI25 mi south
- Near Green Bay, WI33 mi northwest
- Near Appleton, WI37 mi west
- Near Fond du Lac, WI44 mi southwest
- Near Oshkosh, WI44 mi west
- Near West Bend, WI53 mi southwest
- Near Marinette, WI68 mi north
- Near Beaver Dam, WI72 mi southwest
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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.