Waukesha County Parks

11/01/2026

Stay in-the-know this holiday season by subscribing to our monthly Waukesha County Park System newsletter! 📥🌳

This season is going to be jam-packed with new and returning programs for you to enjoy, and opting in ensures you won't miss a single thing! Get the latest Park System updates, event previews, career opportunities, and more sent straight to your inbox. No spam, just the information you need to make the most out of your next outdoor adventure. Join at the link in comments.

10/31/2026

That's a wrap on camping season in our parks. 🏕️🎃

October 31 signals the end of camping season, and what better way to close it out than on Halloween weekend! Thanks for making this season a great one; we can't wait to welcome our campers back next year. 💚

But the end of camping season doesn't mean the fun has to stop! Did you know you can book your favorite campsite up to 365 days in advance? That means you can start preparing for 2027 right now! Follow the steps above to learn more and book your next campsite today.

10/30/2026

🍂 A beautiful sight for staff and visitors at the Waukesha County Administration building! We're lucky to have these trees right beside our parking lot, showing off their perfect fall colors. ❤️💛🧡

📸 What signs of fall are you seeing in our Waukesha County parks? Share your favorite photos in the comments. 🍁

10/29/2026

We're taking a look back at some of our volunteer efforts from this summer! In August, we had a volunteer visit Retzer Nature Center and Minooka Park to conduct various moth surveys as part of our community science efforts! 🔎🌳

The survey was conducted using a blacklight setup and white sheet. Drawn to the ultraviolet (UV) wavelengths emitted by the blacklight, moths and other nocturnal insects will land on the sheet, making them easier to observe, photograph, and identify.

The goal of this survey was to collect better data on what local insects are attracted to blacklight setups and to track the diversity of host species present in our parks. The results were impressive, with around 86 species recorded at Retzer (their first-ever volunteer moth survey) and 72 at Minooka!

Thank you to all of our community scientists who came out this summer to help us learn more about the wildlife present in our parks!

📸 Photos taken by on Instagram

10/28/2026

Last call for The Tap Yard - Waukesha at Minooka Park (see what we did there? 😉) on Sunday, November 1. Make the most of the fall weather with one last b**r garden visit at Minooka for the season!

Well the time has come for the last day of our season 😞

Sunday November 1st

1-6pm

Bingo 4pm

Drink it gone for the season!

Thank you to all of our amazing customers for another great year in Waukesha!

10/28/2026

Thanks to a generous donation from Marquette University High School, Eble Ice Arena's sound system received some much-needed improvements! Their donation helped fund key upgrades that make a real difference in sound quality for both skaters and spectators in the bleachers. We're so grateful for their continued support in our ice arena! 🩵⛸️

These improvements mean your next skate session, hockey game, or private event will sound better than ever! Stop by to see (and hear!) the upgrades for yourself! Visit our website to view upcoming skate sessions and events.

10/27/2026

Some updates from the boardwalk extension project at Mukwonago Park's Dog Exercise Area!

Earlier this month, our carpenters built out the framing for the south extension and installed all of the decking and curbing for both ends of the extension (pictured here). The new boardwalk is now complete and ready to use! We can't wait for you and your pups to enjoy it. 💚🐕

We've already installed 10 Leave Your Mark boardwalk planks, and there's still plenty of room for more! Through the Leave Your Mark program, you can purchase a personalized plank featuring your name, a special message, or a dedication. Your plank will become part of the boardwalk while supporting the park system.

Check the comments for more information on how you can donate!

10/26/2026

🚧 Sharing this for our Lake Country Trail users who plan rides west into Jefferson County and connect with their Interurban Trail. Please be aware there are upcoming closures in Jefferson County that may affect your route. 🚴

🚧Notice of Trail Closure 🚧

Interurban Trail

November 11-13, 2026

The section between Co. Hwy F and Rockvale Road will be closed due to construction.

Please plan accordingly.
Access will be restricted during work hours.

***Reminder - the trail will also be closed during the Wisconsin nine-day gun deer hunt season, November 21-29, 2026.

Watertown/ Oconomowoc Interurban Trail
Greater Watertown Community Health Foundation
Watertown Tourism
Ixonia
Oconomowoc Parks, Recreation, & Forestry
Waukesha County Parks

10/26/2026

October may be winding down, but there’s still so much to do this fall!

• Hike the trails and hear the crunch of the leaves (there are 9 Waukesha County Parks to choose from!).
• Ice skate at Eble Ice Arena or Naga-Waukee Ice Arena
• Take a bike ride through the crisp air on one of our Waukesha County trails.
• Practice your archery skills at one of our Archery Range locations (Menomonee Park, Minooka Park, Mukwonago Park, or Muskego Park)
• Mountain bike at Minooka Park
• Attend a program at Retzer Nature Center

Check the comments for more information on our parks and what they have to offer!