State Parks Near Marinette, Wisconsin
12 state park units lie within 50 miles of Marinette, including 1 park across the line in Michigan. The closest is Copper Culture State Park, about 19 mi southwest of town. 6 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Copper Culture State Park19 mi southwest
- Within 25 miles
- 6of 12 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 71 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Marinette, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Marinette; driving distance is usually longer.
Copper Culture State Park
In Oconto County, in Oconto, Copper Culture State Park covers about 66 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Copper Culture State Park →Potawatomi 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.
Hours, fees and rules for Potawatomi State Park →Peninsula State Park
Visitors come for golf, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, and boating. Overnight options include 468 campsites across 5 camping areas, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Peninsula State Park →Oconto River State Trail
The park supports biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Oconto River State Trail →Whitefish Dunes State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Whitefish Dunes State Park →J.W. Wells State Park
Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for J.W. Wells State Park →Newport State Park
The park supports stargazing, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. The official site lists about 30 miles of trails. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Newport State Park →Ahnapee State Trail
Things to do include horseback riding, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Ahnapee State Trail →Governor Thompson State Park
The park supports canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and fishing. For overnight stays there are 100 campsites across 2 camping areas (tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Governor Thompson State Park →Menominee River State Recreation Area
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, fishing, and hiking. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Menominee River State Recreation Area →Rock Island State Park
The park supports historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. The official site lists about 10 miles of trails. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and primitive or hike-in sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Rock Island 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 →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Marinette
- Potawatomi State Park 19 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Peninsula State Park 20 mi east · 468 campsites
- J.W. Wells State Park 25 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Newport State Park 33 mi east · Campground listed
- Governor Thompson State Park 33 mi northwest · 100 campsites
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Marinette
- Potawatomi State Park 19 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near Marinette
- Peninsula State Park 20 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Whitefish Dunes State Park 25 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Newport State Park 33 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Governor Thompson State Park 33 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Rock Island State Park 44 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Marinette
- Potawatomi State Park 19 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Peninsula State Park 20 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Whitefish Dunes State Park 25 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Newport State Park 33 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Ahnapee State Trail 33 mi south · Hiking trails listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Fishing near Marinette
- Potawatomi State Park 19 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Peninsula State Park 20 mi east · Fishing listed
- Whitefish Dunes State Park 25 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Newport State Park 33 mi east · Fishing listed
- Governor Thompson State Park 33 mi northwest · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Marinette
What is the closest state park to Marinette?
Copper Culture State Park is the closest, about 19 miles southwest of Marinette in a straight line. Next are Potawatomi State Park and Peninsula State Park.
How many state parks are near Marinette?
12 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 Marinette have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Potawatomi State Park, Peninsula State Park and J.W. Wells State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Marinette?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Marinette?
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 Green Bay, WI43 mi southwest
- Near Escanaba, MI53 mi northeast
- Near Appleton, WI67 mi southwest
- Near Manitowoc, WI68 mi south
- Near Oshkosh, WI87 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.