New Wood State Wildlife Area
New Wood State Wildlife Area
Information:
715-536-4502
This 1,600-acre cedar swamp and forested upland holds deer, Ruffed Grouse, snowshoe hare, and timber wolves. The area is ideal for hiking and bird watching. Hawks, Bald Eagles and a variety of thrushes and warblers can be found here. The New Wood River runs through the northeastern side of the property. This attracts a variety of wildlife from fur bearers to many species of birds. Look for Le Conte's Sparrows, Sedge Wrens, Alder Flycatchers, and Sandhill Cranes.
What's Nearby
Events
Places To Stay
Dining
1
Carry the Cross Music Fest
7/20/2025
Merrill - 0.87 miles away
2
Gazebo Nights
7/10/2025
Merrill - 0.89 miles away
3
Black Squirrel Scurry
7/26/2025
Merrill - 1.54 miles away
4
Northwoods Art Tour
7/26/2024 - 7/28/2024
Irma - 11.97 miles away
5
Wisconsin Valley Fair
7/29/2025 - 8/03/2025
Wausau - 15.42 miles away
6
Northwoods Art Tour
7/26/2024 - 7/28/2024
Irma - 16.09 miles away
7
Moon Dance Music Festival
7/24/2025 - 7/27/2025
Gleason - 18.76 miles away
8
Northwoods Art Tour
7/26/2024 - 7/28/2024
Tomahawk - 20.03 miles away