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Kinnickinnic State Park
W11983 820th Ave, River Falls, WI 54022, United States
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Ta
Review №1

Beautiful waterfall and awesome trail & park to walk on along the river! Nice to visit anytime of the year! Its truly breathtaking! I highly recommend it, be sure and check it out!

No
Review №2

We have been coming here for years we really love pulling the boat up if it gets late in the summer you cant quite make it to shore it gets very very shallow but its just as easy to anchor offshore I like to do a bow and stern anchor. Had a lot of fun flying the drone around.

Ni
Review №3

Always love going to state parks in general! This location in particular Ive noticed dog owners deliberately disobeying the many signs posted for no dogs on the beach. Quite frequently dog owners let their friends go without leashes to sometimes wreak havoc on the poor visitors on the beach with children or who go there hoping to not step in puppy bombs. I wish they would be a little more strict about this on their beach. Otherwise, the trails are well groomed and marked and the picnic areas are maintained well.

Me
Review №4

Essentially just a walk in the woods with a couple nice views blocked out by trees. Nice if you live in the area, but definitely wouldnt recommend going out of your way for this one!

Sh
Review №5

So peaceful & gorgeous views of the St. Croix.

Mo
Review №6

This park has a large beach which is a great for spending a day by the rivers. The water temperature of both rivers is drastically different so it is fun to bring the kids and have them experience this. The way to the beach from parking is very steep, so if you are planning a BBQ by the beach best to travel light or you will burn all the calories on your way back up to the parking.

ra
Review №7

Very good view took my kids there went swimming and had a great time would be an excellent place to have a picnic ️

No
Review №8

It’s ok... not much to see. Definitely not worth 11 dollars to park. Don’t go during deer hunting season, lots of people are there to hunt.

Aa
Review №9

Beach is great. Trails are beautifully mapped and all are connected so you can keep waking for long time. All you need is water and you can spend all day walking and exploring this green park.

Na
Review №10

Nice little park with some well shaded trails. Only a few of the trails didnt have tree cover(green and yellow). I wasnt able to try out the red trail but apparently it is single track which is exciting. Beach area for swimming was pleasant and not crowded(at least compared to the crowds youd see at willow creek)

As
Review №11

The greatest. Secret waterfalls, watercrest, levels of awesome.

Mi
Review №12

We stopped over at this State Park for this first time last Saturday. It was a beautiful day outside. Our goal was to take our 10 month old hiking on a few trails, work up a sweat and then head down to the beach. We hiked about 1.5 miles, trails were all flat ground and easy hiking. The mosquitos and some deer flies were bad and of course we forgot the bug spray - that was our fault! The beach was nice and not very crowded. On the walk back to the parking lot we may have figured out why - although the path to/from the beach is paved, it is very steep! Packaccordingly. I assumed we could buy a day pass however that wasnt an option at all. The only option was a non-resident annual pass or dont use the park. We grabbed an annual for $38 and I hope we make it to a few more WI State Parks to justify the cost.

Ol
Review №13

The side entrance is absolutely gorgeous. Youll hike through the prairie, woods, by the river...

Sa
Review №14

Really enjoy the trails in the winter, but they don’t spray for bugs and the ecology of the area means they are really bad in the summer. I stopped my hike a few miles short just because of the bugs last summer. Definitely recommend for hills in the winter and the waterfront area is great. Just be ready for bugs in the summer in the upper trails.

Ni
Review №15

This State Park is wonderful! The grounds are well maintained and there are so many great areas to explore. The trails have so many options to suit everyones needs.

Jh
Review №16

A great place for family boating. Beautiful sandy river bottom. Wonderful people enjoying life.

An
Review №17

Very pretty park! Make sure you bring bug spray if hiking the woods if it has been a rainy year.

Da
Review №18

Love this place peaceful quiet and the beach really nice its just that killer Hill going down is easy part now comeing back up its a work out

Ca
Review №19

Would recommend the hidden waterfall trail, definitely worth the not state park approved walk down.

as
Review №20

This place has so much to offer a nature (&dog) lover. There many incredible views and a few hidden ones if you dare to explore

jo
Review №21

Beautiful state park with access to the river and a . Follow the road to the last parking lot for beach access. River access is the first parking lot on the left. The park has an entrance fee.

Ki
Review №22

Great hiking trails and little foot traffic. The park is awesome to explore in all seasons except summer. The mosquito control is terrible.

St
Review №23

Beautiful Fall day at a nice WI. park!

El
Review №24

Beautiful quiet off the beaten path of larger more busier parks.

Al
Review №25

This park has unexpectedly been the foundation of many great memories, repeatedly. I enjoyed many summer evenings swimming here.

Se
Review №26

Decent park. Essy hikes and plenty of parking

Ti
Review №27

First time at the park and we will be sure to get back. Nice trails even in the winter

Da
Review №28

Tranquil walk through a magical park, Euphoric!

El
Review №29

Lots of gentle, well maintained trails, beautiful views.

To
Review №30

Lots of hiking trails through a variety of habitats. Fun natural play area. Stay for an hour or all day, alone or with the family!

St
Review №31

Beautiful place to launch your boat. Short ride to some nice beaches.

Da
Review №32

Nice get away on an evening on the boat.

Ka
Review №33

Great place to kick back & enjoy the river!

Tr
Review №34

Great place to chill and hang out

Br
Review №35

Quite a nice and fine park. Waded down the river and found a fine sandy beach island. Dog was happy, had a great day and made a memory. I cant wait to bring my son there. Lots of cool rocks around the river!

Da
Review №36

Beautiful beach on St Croix. We came by boat

Na
Review №37

Had a beautiful winter hike here...my first time here. I went on a Tuesday and had the whole park to myself...I will definitely be back when the weathers nicer to check out the beautiful beach.This park has an amazing scenic overlook of the river valley and its just steps away from the parking lot...very accessible.The day I went trails were very icy, so I didnt do too much exploring. Walked out on the ice a bit and watched the eagles fish. Had an awsome day here, I will return.

Da
Review №38

Awesome hiking/well maintained trails

Er
Review №39

Fantastic place to relax for the afternoon or morning

Aj
Review №40

Beautiful park but be sure to bring bug spray.

Ka
Review №41

Beautiful park, good hiking, no camping

He
Review №42

Great beach, once you make it down the steep paved trail. Worth it!

Ma
Review №43

Fun island to hang with friends or family.

JF
Review №44

Nice park, great views. Good for hiking.

Ki
Review №45

Cute little state park, wish there were more trails along the water.

Ap
Review №46

Great place to relax on the beach and let the kids play. Always meeting new people and having fun

Ja
Review №47

Great place for a hike!

Na
Review №48

We went to visit for the day and there was an attendant but they were not fulfilling park passes (covid related, I get it) and was directed to a website where we could only purchase a full-year pass. We turned around and left. Didnt want to pay $35 to have a 3 hour picnic.

Da
Review №49

Fun, secluded, beautiful. Raw nature if you will haha. I love all the state parks in the area.

Da
Review №50

This is a great park but so ineptly run by the Scott Walker resume regime. There are no services provided here, no camping and its minimally maintained. Its a shame because its such a beautiful park.

Jo
Review №51

Peaceful and scenic winter environment. My Brittany Cooper and I loved the walks!

Jo
Review №52

Great place for a walk

Jo
Review №53

Perfect spot to wade after boating

Et
Review №54

Beautiful state park off the beaten path. Nice, fairly easy hiking trails that pass through both woods and along a large prairie. If youre looking for less of an easy hike, many of the different trails all connect to make for a longer hike.

Ch
Review №55

Very beautiful views

Na
Review №56

Good tough river for kayaking!

Pe
Review №57

Enjoy beautiful place

Je
Review №58

Beautiful park with great walking trails and sledding hill. The hike down to the beach is steep, but worth it!

Ra
Review №59

Love it Boating and being on the water in general is the best way to enjoy and relax for the summer months. Very clean and great place to meet new people set up a tent and BBQ

Da
Review №60

Beautiful, but bring bug repellent

Ja
Review №61

Good hiking trails and picnic areas.

Ri
Review №62

Beautiful place for a walk or picnic.

Ka
Review №63

Absolutely love this beautiful state park.

Me
Review №64

Closed. Only people with state park stickers could enter, no day passes sold. Bummer.

go
Review №65

I like this park the most in the spring when the water is high and nobody is there. Summer is too busy with St. Croix boat traffic for my taste

Pa
Review №66

Beautiful

Ja
Review №67

Its member only, we were followed out :( Boo.

Pa
Review №68

Great beach and views

Sh
Review №69

Try the Red trail in the winter! Beautiful views.

Ma
Review №70

Quiet with nice trails.

La
Review №71

Great park!

Pe
Review №72

Kinni is running fast. Lots of obstruction makes it more technically difficult.Rapids are rushing nice!

ji
Review №73

A must visit state park

Ra
Review №74

Very well maintained state park. Extremely quiet on Labor Day weekend.

Jo
Review №75

Nice getaway, make sure you see the overlook over the confluence of the St. Croix and the Kinnickinnic!

Wi
Review №76

Winter visit to Hidden Falls trail at Kinnickinnic State Park. Parking off of 770th Ave was easy to find. The 2.6 mile trail was easy even with snow and clearly marked. Directional markers guide you along the mostly flat one-way path that circles the field bordering the river from above and through the trees overlooking the bluffs above a series of waterfalls.

Ti
Review №77

Super cool place

Ka
Review №78

Beautiful State park. Fall color, nice picnic areas.

An
Review №79

Amazing jewel of a park. Fun beach, good trails, nicely kept.

Ta
Review №80

Very nice park. We drove around and checked it all out. Quite a few picnic areas and trails to walk. Beautiful park set back from the farmlands. We were intrigued to stop here, as we live near the Knik community in Wasilla, Alaska, we thought it was cute to find the Kinnickinnic State Park. Very beautiful. Thankyou

Am
Review №81

Very steep hike down to the beach. Beach area is pretty buggy. Water is nice.. pretty views of the river .. definitely more flooded this year. Bring your bug spray and good walking shoes.

Am
Review №82

Beautiful State Park! Beautiful views of the Fall colors.

Fl
Review №83

It was a beautiful day for a field trip for the River Falls Public Montessori school. We all had an awesome time.

Je
Review №84

Great day visit Park. Nothing too fancy, shows off a perfect representation of the st Croix river valley.

Ro
Review №85

Great trails and weather. The areas are well maintained.

Ke
Review №86

We always anchor off the beach there in our boat. We always meet friendly people there and the beach is nice sand.

Ev
Review №87

Great trails well mentained.

DA
Review №88

Amazing escape to nature! Great views of the St. Croix River. Many nature paths!

Sa
Review №89

Lovely for hiking, even with snow on the ground.

ke
Review №90

Great family spot to over night supposed to be quite after 10 PM. They charge to park over night

Aj
Review №91

Just down right beautiful

Th
Review №92

Great day on the water

Aa
Review №93

Not crowded. Great family swimming place without the noise

Je
Review №94

Nice park area with good hiking trails. Thought wed be closer to the water given its location...

Gr
Review №95

Great trail to walk with the kids (2&4). We walked the southern 3 mile.

Sc
Review №96

Always fun water still high, so not much beach.

ma
Review №97

If you enjoy long walks in a field of grass this is the place for you.

De
Review №98

Lovely State Park with beach and very nice hiking trails. Great overlook.

Sc
Review №99

Great beach. Perfect for families with a boat.

To
Review №100

There is a narrow channel on the St. Croix that you can beach your boat and spend the day on shore. Lots of boat traffic however.

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  • Address:W11983 820th Ave, River Falls, WI 54022, United States
  • Site:http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/kinnickinnic/
  • Phone:+1 715-425-1129
Categories
  • State park
  • Park
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:6am–11pm
  • Tuesday:6am–11pm
  • Wednesday:6am–11pm
  • Thursday:6am–11pm
  • Friday:6am–11pm
  • Saturday:6am–11pm
  • Sunday:6am–11pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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