Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve

Category: Nature preserve

Address: 511 High Bluff Dr, Grafton, WI 53024, USA

Phone: +12622848257

Opening hours

Sunday: 6AM–9PM

Monday: 6AM–9PM

Tuesday: 6AM–9PM

Wednesday: 6AM–9PM

Thursday: 6AM–9PM

Friday: 6AM–9PM

Saturday: 6AM–9PM

Reviews

Donna LS

Jun 22, 2022

The trails were well groomed with beautiful lookout points. Some shaded woods and some sun. We walked the 101 steps down to the lake. Worth the trip! I’ll bet it’s also very beautiful in winter

James Aderman

May 30, 2022

Looking for a delightful walk in the woods? Lion's Den Gorge should fit the bill. Woods. Water (like Lake Michigan). Vistas. Wild flowers. Even handicap accessibility. There is no fee to use the park. New rest rooms are almost completed.

Leesha Sebzda

Apr 16, 2022

Well maintained trails that don’t get muddy in the spring, at least in mid-April when we went. Beautiful views of the lake. Great place to spend some time with your pup.

Karan A

Mar 11, 2022

With breathtaking views of Lake Michigan, and plenty of hiking trails, Lion's Den Gorge is a beautiful place to visit throughout the year. Visitors can easily enjoy the views from the top of the bluff, or take the stairs connected via scenic bridges to go all the way down to the beach. The main trail is accessible via stroller/wheelchair, and has chairs for visitors to sit down and soak in the beauty of Lake Michigan. With a new picnic shelter under construction, expect it to become busier during the summer season. If you wish to avoid the summer crowds, visit it during the winter season. It's prettier.

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Questions & Answers

Can you feed the lions?

Sofiia Barros | Jun 7, 2018
Frederick Pflughoeft | Jun 8, 2018

You will get a citation from the DNR

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Can you swim on the beach?

Ana Ward | Jun 7, 2019
Peter Aumann | Jun 8, 2019

Yes, you can swim at the beach. There is no life guard there, so swim at your own risk. Also, it's about a mile and a half hike to the beach area with plenty of stairs to hike down to get to the beach.

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Are dogs allowed on the beach?

Jkolb20 | Jun 6, 2020
Jacob Hubred | Jun 7, 2020

Yes they are

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Are dogs allowed on trails?

Sara Raynor | Mar 8, 2022
faith41018 | Mar 9, 2022

Yes it says dogs are permitted on leash. I also saw someone there walking their dogs the trail, the trails are nice and wide

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Are the trails well marked?

Dawn Nennig | Jul 11, 2021
Linda Russel | Jul 12, 2021

Yes!

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is it open to out of state residents on 6-Sep? Is there a parking and entrance fee?

Satish Reddy | Jun 6, 2021
Logan Elder | Jun 7, 2021

Yes and no entrance fee!:)

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Can you camp here (Lion's Den Gorge) or is there camping close by? Thank you!

Christine Applehans | Jun 6, 2021
Gary Lancina | Jun 7, 2021

No camping at Lion's Den. Harrington Beach State Park about 25 minutes away, near town of Belgium, has camp sites and a mile of Lake Michigan beach.

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Is there bathroom facilities?

Ryan Kosciesza | Jun 6, 2021
John Halbach | Jun 7, 2021

Yes there were Porta poties when we were.

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Whover has been there, would the trails be hard to walk on if a person has a rollator walker, (the sturdier walkers w/wheels), or are most laid with mulch? My dad is 85 & just needs it for balance & walks good. .

Rick & Yvonne VandeSand | Jun 6, 2021
Greg Eggold | Jun 7, 2021

There are two types of paths there. Hard packed small gravel and mulch. The main trails seem to all be hard packed gravel which works just fine with wheelchairs and rollators. Some of the wooden "bridges" are uneven (their piers have sunk) so be careful.

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Could an elderly person with a walker take any of the paths? Or do you have to be more able-bodied?

Kirsten Telwak | Jun 6, 2020
Shalini khare | Jun 7, 2020

There is a wheel chair accessible path which hope so can be used with walker. No paved path though

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Would you be allowed to collect beach glass here?

Lanisa Almaroad | Jun 6, 2020
Joseph Coelho | Jun 7, 2020

If you find, yes. There is no posting that says you cannot!

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Just before the entrance to lions den there is a road to the left lined with trees that goes back to what looks like a sculpture garden/pond. Nothing indicates if this is private or public, does anyone know?

Ray Marki | Jun 6, 2020
Ben Huston | Jun 7, 2020

It's definitely private!!

Why is it called Lions Den Gorge?

Ylandra Wimmer | Jun 6, 2020
Patricio Junior the third | Jun 7, 2020

I think because the charity foundation of the "Lions" take care of the property and donated the land.

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How long us lion den trail

Diane Hargrove | Jun 7, 2019
David Miller | Jun 8, 2019

Its a bunch of trails..easily 5 to 10 miles of trails along the coast. And stairs that lead to the water as well.

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can you bike

Luke Proefrock | Jun 7, 2019
Nico | Jun 8, 2019

Definitely not by the bluffs or bridge.

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Is a park pass or entry fee needed?

Mike Sprengel | Jun 7, 2019
Joe N. | Jun 8, 2019

There is no parking fee or parking permits needed. Generally parks that require permits also have campgrounds.

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Can you collect rocks here?

Paula Binder | Jun 7, 2019
Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve (Owner) | Jun 8, 2019

No, it is not allowed as this is a Nature Preserve. Thank you for asking.

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Are dogs allow?

Nou Yang | Jun 7, 2019
Chris Edgar | Jun 8, 2019

Yes

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can you fish?

Judi DeQuaker | Jun 7, 2019
Expedition Homestead Family | Jun 8, 2019

If you have you your trout/salmon stamp, you could throw a line in at Lake Michican

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Do they allow weddings?

Samantha Huibregtse | Jun 7, 2019
Tom S | Jun 8, 2019

I've definitely seen wedding parties officially reserve a spot overlooking the bluffs, I'm not sure about the booking logistics though, sorry. It's a beautiful location, so good luck and congratulations!

Is this place any good in winter aka april with dnow!

Colton Birkigt | Jun 7, 2018
vanessa benning | Jun 8, 2018

Absolutely breathtaking. I spent many days there this winter in subzero weather, and totally worth it. If I could add pictures to this message I would, but it is definitely worth checking out.

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Are you open today?

Jenni Kaegi | Jun 7, 2018
Buddy G | Jun 8, 2018

They are open all day everyday

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Is the park open in winter seasons?

Brandon Gutierrez | Jun 7, 2018
Stephan T (Snag Speed) | Jun 8, 2018

Yes any hunting will be posted our park will be closed.

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