Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area

Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area
Interactive map of Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area
LocationChippewa County, Wisconsin, United States
Coordinates45°13′01″N 91°23′16″W / 45.21694°N 91.38778°W / 45.21694; -91.38778
Area3,063 acres (1,240 ha)
Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)[1]
Established1974[2]
Administered byWisconsin Department of Natural Resources
WebsiteOfficial website
Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area
Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area
Location in Wisconsin
Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area
Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area (the United States)
Wisconsin State Parks

Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area is a state park unit of Wisconsin, United States, preserving numerous glacial landforms. The abundance and quality of these geological features led to its being included in the Ice Age National Scientific Reserve. The Ice Age National Scenic Trail passes through the park. The park is largely undeveloped, but its modern visitor center serves to interpret the area's geological and biological features. Official documentation alternatively refers to the park as the Chippewa Moraine Ice Age Reserve or the Chippewa Moraine Ice Age National Scientific Reserve. It is located in northwestern Chippewa County.

The Chippewa Moraine Interpretive Center offers exhibits about the area's geology, natural history, and cultural history, as well as naturalist-led programs for school groups.[3][4] The center is located 7 miles (11 km) east of New Auburn.[5]

References

  1. ^ "South Shattuck Lake". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior.
  2. ^ "History and Timeline of the Wisconsin State Park System". Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. 2025. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
  3. ^ Morgan, John (February 14, 2005). "Chippewa Glacial Reserve Finds Funding on Thin Ice". Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. p. 01. ProQuest 263521973.
  4. ^ "David R. Obey Ice Age Interpretive Center". Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved March 16, 2026.
  5. ^ "Info". Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved March 16, 2026.



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