Between March 31 and April 9, 2025, Lakeshore State Park conducted a prescribed burn during a window of favorable weather. Though only 9.5 of the park’s 22 acres were burned—specifically the prairie areas—the entire park was closed for safety. Prescribed, or controlled, burns are a key land management tool, relying on experienced crews and the […]
Greetings Friends! Spring is in Full Swing at Lakeshore State Park! Spring has arrived, and Lakeshore State Park is bursting with life! We recently completed a successful spring cleanup in partnership with Milwaukee Riverkeeper, and we’re grateful to all the volunteers who pitched in to help. Earlier this spring, we also conducted a controlled burn to rejuvenate the prairie […]
January brought us record breaking cold weather and the Lakeshore State Park lagoon finally froze over. While folks looking to ice fish were excited to see this change, the park’s waterfowl may not have been as enthusiastic. Migrating birds need open water to stay warm and feed, and so can often be found congregating close to the park’s pedestrian bridge […]
In 2024, Lakeshore State Park DNR staff and seasonal educators conducted 143 events and programs at no cost to schools, students, and members of the public. Community volunteers dedicated over 500 hours as well, and together with the DNR, provided opportunity for so many to learn and experience the wonder of nature found here, right next to downtown […]
While the beginning of this October has been mild, fall has officially arrived at Lakeshore State Park. Only a few forbs remain and wind sweeps the park, rustling the drying grasses. Early fall is prime viewing for some of the last flowering plants. Take a stroll through the park and view a variety of Asters […]
Warm Welcome, Friends of Lakeshore State Park! As the summer months come to an end, we wanted to share some exciting news and invite you to join us for a special event that celebrates our beautiful Milwaukee community. We’re thrilled to bring back the 2nd Annual Wildflowers on the Water Festival on September 7th from […]