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The Black River State Forest, established in 1957 includes approximately 67,000 acres in Jackson County. The area is unique among the state forests mainly because of its geological features. The Forest lies on the edge of the glaciated central plain east of the rough coulee region or driftless area of Wisconsin. If you hike the nature trail to the top of Castle Mound, one can observe what was once the bed of glacial Lake Wisconsin. Unglaciated buttes, sandstone hills, and castellated bluffs such as Castle Mound dot the vast forest landscape.
Dike 17 Wildlife Area is of special interest on the forest and a must visit. The 3,700 acre area is primarily managed for waterfowl. Approximately 2,100 acres of this area are a wildlife refuge. Some endangered and threatened wildlife species which can be found there include the bald eagle, osprey, Karner blue butterfly and the Massasauga rattlesnake. In addition, the threatened eastern timber wolf has reestablished its presence on the forest.
Hunting is permitted on State Forest land except for some public use areas. The forest provides excellent hunting for whitetail deer, ruffed grouse, wild turkey and squirrels. Fishing is also popular on the Black River, East Fork of the Black and various flowages. Walleye, bass, northern pike, musky and panfish are a few species that can be found in these waters. |
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Conditions in Black River State Forest, Jackson County, Wisconsin ... Exit DNR Black River State Forest Conditions as of Monday, September 15, 2003 All emergency fire restrictions are now ... | |
Brief desciption and map of Wisconsins state forests. Provided by the Wisconsin DNR, Bureau of ... of the Adobe Acrobat Reader. BLACK RIVER STATE FOREST Map (PDF)-387K Black River State Forest ... | |
... | Shopping | Discussion | Contact Us Image Gallery Black River State Forest, March 2001 Black River State Forest Review Map showing location of Black River State Forest BRSF Trail Map (Yellow= ... | |
... X-C Skiing Topographical Maps Tips Training/Fitness Repair/Maintenance Skills/Techniques Black River State Forest State Wisconsin County Jackson Setting Wooded, Open Spaces Length 33.0 miles ... | |
... | North Western [Map of Wisconsin] NORTH WESTERN WISCONSIN 01. Black River State Forest 04. Brule River State Forest 05. Buffalo ... Tuscobia State Trail BLACK RIVER STATE FOREST Castle Mound Park ... | |
... the WDNR . Off-Road Bicycle Trails Park/Forest Trail Name Mileage Challenge Level Black River State Forest 715/284-1440 Pigeon Creek Bike Trail Snirckar Trail Wildcat Trail Undesignated/unmarked ... |
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Use Mapquest and the address provided below to create a custom set of directions from you location to the Forest
Black River State Forest910 Hwy 54 EastBlack River Falls, WI 54615-9276715-284-4103 or 715-284-1417 |
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