A friendly reminder to our four-legged friends:
Dogs must be on a leash at this state property and surrounding city and county park lands
for wildlife, for the health and diversity of the forest and to ensure the quality of experience for all visitors. Thank you.

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School Groups
As a state property, the Forest is always open for school groups to visit. Please help us plan for your visit or alert us of any needs or requests by filling out our School Visit Inquiry Form.

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what to know BEfore you Go

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We Strive to Balance Public Use and Habitat Protection

Help us preserve this unique urban forest experience.

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The Rules

Please observe
​the following property rules
​To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all who visit
and to protect all plants and animals that live here

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Operating Hours
​Day Use Only  Dawn to Dusk

Dogs Must Be Leashed
Dogs must be under control and
on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
Pick up pet waste.
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Leave No Trace | leave nothing behind
Take everything you brought in with you,
including any trinkets, painted rocks,
food, garbage and pet waste.  

No Bicycles in the Forest 
This is an Accessible Nature Trail
Foot traffic, wheelchair and stroller only.
For the safety of all visitors and forest health,
​please park your bike. 

Call 911 in an Emergency
Non-Emergency: Police (414) 471-8430
Wildlife, Resource or Environmental Violation:
DNR  1-800-TIP-WDNR or 1-800-847-9367
 

No Hunting | No Trapping
Do not discharge weapons,
including guns or bow and arrow.
No trapping of wild animals.



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The Trail

​The Forest Ecology Trail is a self-guided nature trail that loops through one mile of southern hardwood forest. Trail surface and exhibits are wheelchair accessible.

 No Restrooms
 

No Water 
No Running Water onsite
No Drinking Water onsite

No Trash 
No Trashcans Onsite
Pack out all food,
​garbage and pet waste

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Covid-19 notice