Recreation and Parks

Located on the beautiful Chain O' Lakes, Hartman Creek State Park is a quiet and friendly, natural gem and a popular destination in central Wisconsin. The park offers camping, boating, swimming, horseback riding and mountain biking opportunities, the historic Hellestad House log cabin, and four picnic areas including Whispering Pines along crystal-clear Marl Lake.

The Waupaca Chain O'Lakes is made up of 22 inter-connected spring-fed lakes in the heart of central Wisconsin.  A popular saying: "In all the world... no lakes like these."  We encourage all residents and visitors to enjoy this unique landscape in a safe and courteous manner for all.  

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Radley Creek Fishery Area is in the Central Sand Hills ecological landscape of southwestern Waupaca and southeastern Portage counties. Habitat types present include open grass fields, pine plantations, remnant oak savanna, red and white pine plantations, oak woods, and marsh. Upland grass and other herbaceous vegetation cover 312 acres

The George & Louise Wood Memorial Park provides canoe & kayak access to the Crystal River.

Segments 8 and 9 of the Central Wisconsin Ice Age Trail goes through the Town of Dayton.  Click here for a description 

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