Havenwoods State Forest

Category: State park

Address: 6141 N Hopkins St, Milwaukee, WI 53209, USA

Phone: +14145270232

Opening hours

Sunday: 6AM–8PM

Monday: 6AM–8PM

Tuesday: 6AM–8PM

Wednesday: 6AM–8PM

Thursday: 6AM–8PM

Friday: 6AM–8PM

Saturday: 6AM–8PM

Reviews

Boldthecoffee

May 29, 2022

I like this park, it's pretty huge and has a couple different scenery walks from all forest walks to open field walks. Lots of nature to see if you like birds.

Lucy McChesney

May 24, 2022

Wow. This state forest is a true hidden gem of Milwaukee! The nature is beautiful and breathtaking. The sounds of the birds chirping and the wind blowing through the trees are truly calming. I love the fact there are copious different trails leading you to different parts of this forest. I learned so much and there is even a parking lot! There is also a community garden and an information building!

Joe Lopez

Feb 7, 2022

One of my favorite places in the city, an old wwii- era army facility turned into an enjoyable natural area. The center is mostly meadow-like filled with wild flowers in the summer. It offers excellent bird- watching opportunities and have seen plenty of deer. Usually not too crowded with plenty of trails of varying lengths. Has a few retaining ponds to manage water and provide a natural way to filter water using all native long rooted plants such as goldenrod and purple cone flower. Beware in the summer time as the mosquitoes are quite ravenous.

Elliot Ernst

Sep 6, 2021

We had a wonderful time here on the trails. They were beautiful and a great spot for bird watchers. They also take wonderful care of the animals inside.

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Questions & Answers

Is there good snowshoeing now

Eileen Bruskewitz | Feb 7, 2021
Daniel Adams | Feb 8, 2021

We were there on Saturday and saw a number of people snowshoeing. So, I'd assume it's good (we were just hiking).

Is it okay to camp or sleep in your vehicle here?

Marquese Blade | Dec 4, 2021
Melissa Mularski | Dec 5, 2021

There’s no camping type options at this park. Nearby there’s a small campground called “Decadent Dreamz” plus the Wisconsin State Fair RV park, which might allow vehicle camping.

Do we need to buy a pass or entrance fee?

Nathan Wischnewski | Jan 4, 2020
Havenwoods State Forest (Owner) | Jan 5, 2020

You absolutely DO NOT need a pass. Entrance is completely free.

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Is the trail a loop or just one long path? About how long to hike it? What kind of paths are there?

Kitty_haz_Claws | Jan 4, 2020
John Lemberger | Jan 5, 2020

The trail i walk is roughly 2.5 miles it takes me 45 minutes. I could make it longer or shorter.but it suits me its a beautiful walk and the wildlife makes it more interesting.

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Are we allowed to walk our dog here?

Katy Schlasky | Jan 4, 2019
Jerricho Echols | Jan 5, 2019

Yes if you pick up after it.

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Is there any camping allowed in the park?

Jonathon Silbaugh | Jan 4, 2019
Daniel Behmke | Jan 5, 2019

NOP

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What is parking like?

Keaton Heeter | Jan 4, 2019
vanessa benning | Jan 5, 2019

A breeze! Every time I go there I'm the only one walking around

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