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Rock Island State Park

View Website Favorite (21) 1924 Indian Point Rd - Washington Island, WI 54246
Information: 920-847-2235
Toll Free: 888-947-2757

Accessible by ferryboat MD to mid-Oct.

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Show off your selfie skills! Find a selfie stand located at the trailhead of Michigan Ave, as you head to the beach and stop for a fun photo. Share yours with us on Instagram using #ScenicWisconsin. 

Take the ferry Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day and enjoy a tour of the Pottawatomie Lighthouse (tours 10am-4pm) This primitive Lake Michigan Island boasts stone buildings built by a wealthy inventor who owned the island between 1910 and 1945, house exhibits. Primitive, walk-in camping - no wheeled vehicles.

Pets are welcome in Wisconsin State Parks but must be on a leash and under control at all times. Certain areas may be off-limits to pets. Visit our website for more details.

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Wisconsin DNR State Park System

Washington Island Chamber of Commerce

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  • Features
    • On Water
    • Camping
    • Pets Welcome/Inquire
  • Publicly Owned
    • Yes
  • Natural Attractions Type
    • Parks, Forests, Trails
  • Campground Type
    • Backpack
    • Tent
  • Number of Campsites
    • 40
  • Trail Length (miles)
    • 10
  • Swimming
    • Yes

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