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At the International Crane Foundation in Baraboo, curators sometimes have to perform crane mating dances to get the birds in the appropriate frame of mind.

Bearskin State Trail, Minocqua
 

Dwight's Point & Pokegama Wetlands State Natural Area


Details

This 3,153-acre wetland lies at the confluence of the Pokegama & St. Louis Rivers on the west side of Superior. It includes boreal forest, emergent marsh, and wet clay flats supporting shrub swamp and wet meadow. The St. Louis estuary, with its steep-sided ridges and boreal forest mix, is prime habitat for Bald Eagles.


Address

Superior, WI 54880


Contact Information

Voice: 608-266-7012

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Directions from Nearest Town/Intersection

This site is located within the Superior Municipal Forest. From the intersection of Hwys. 2 & 35 in Superior, go south on 35 (Tower Avenue) 1 mile, then west on 28th Street about 1.75 miles until it becomes Billings Drive. Access is from any number of points along Billings Drive; you-Æll find numerous parking areas. The natural area is also accessible by water.