Lakeshore State Park
"Waukesha visitors come for a quick urban getaway with shoreline walking, birdwatching, and skyline views. It is an easy destination for combining nature with downtown Milwaukee activities."
A small urban lakefront park in Milwaukee with scenic views, paved paths, and shoreline access.
Richard Bong State Recreation Area
"Waukesha-area visitors come for a larger natural area with prairie scenery and less crowded trails. It is a practical destination for birding, horseback riding, and seasonal outdoor activities."
A scenic prairie-and-wetland recreation area in southeastern Wisconsin with hiking, fishing, birding, and off-road riding.
Big Foot Beach State Park
"Waukesha visitors often make the trip for a weekend getaway on Geneva Lake, pairing park time with the resort-town amenities of Lake Geneva."
A lakeside state park on Geneva Lake known for swimming, boating, camping, and family-friendly recreation.
Harrington Beach State Park
"Waukesha residents visit for swimming, picnicking, and a scenic coastal park that feels far from the suburbs. The park is a convenient weekend escape with plenty of open space."
A Lake Michigan park with a sandy beach, quarry lake, and scenic shoreline recreation.