State Parks Near Wausau, Wisconsin
7 state park units lie within 50 miles of Wausau. The closest is Rib Mountain State Park, about 3 mi southwest of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Rib Mountain State Park3 mi southwest
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 7 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 2parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Wausau, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Wausau; driving distance is usually longer.
Rib Mountain State Park
Visitors come for hunting in season, biking, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Rib Mountain State Park →Council Grounds State Park
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and fishing. For overnight stays there are 55 campsites across 2 camping areas (tent sites and group camping).
Hours, fees and rules for Council Grounds State Park →Wiouwash State Trail
Visitors come for horseback riding and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Wiouwash State Trail →Tomorrow River State Trail
Popular activities here are horseback riding, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Tomorrow River State Trail →Mountain-Bay State Trail
Things to do include horseback riding, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Mountain-Bay State Trail →Wolf River State Trail
Visitors come for off-highway vehicle riding, horseback riding, and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Wolf River State Trail →Hartman Creek State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Hartman Creek State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Wausau
- Council Grounds State Park 16 mi north · 55 campsites
- Hartman Creek State Park 49 mi southeast · Campground listed
Swimming near Wausau
- Council Grounds State Park 16 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Hartman Creek State Park 49 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Wausau
- Rib Mountain State Park 3 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Council Grounds State Park 16 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Tomorrow River State Trail 40 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Mountain-Bay State Trail 46 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Hartman Creek State Park 49 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Wausau
- Council Grounds State Park 16 mi north · Fishing listed
- Hartman Creek State Park 49 mi southeast · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Wausau
What is the closest state park to Wausau?
Rib Mountain State Park is the closest, about 3 miles southwest of Wausau in a straight line. Next are Council Grounds State Park and Wiouwash State Trail.
How many state parks are near Wausau?
7 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Wausau have camping?
2 parks list camping, the nearest being Council Grounds State Park and Hartman Creek State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Wausau?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Wausau?
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 Marshfield, WI33 mi southwest
- Near Wisconsin Rapids, WI40 mi south
- Near Appleton, WI78 mi southeast
- Near Oshkosh, WI84 mi southeast
- Near Green Bay, WI87 mi east
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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.