Hartman Creek State Park lies within Waupaca’s Chain O’ Lakes, 22 interconnected spring-fed lakes in the heart of central Wisconsin. The park is about two hours north of Madison and an hour and 15 minutes southwest of Green Bay. Park visitors can enjoy the quiet nature of the area and a variety of recreational activities in every season.

To learn more, visit the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources website here.

camping at the 103-site family campground or five group camping sites

hike on about 10 miles of trails, including 3 miles of the Ice Age Trail

horseback ride on 7 miles of trails

fish for largemouth bass, perch, bluegill and other panfish. Fishing piers are on the east shore of Allen Lake and at Whispering Pines on Marl Lake and are accessible to people with disabilities

swim in Hartman Lake, which has a 300-foot sand beach and marked-off swimming area. The beach has three acres of lawn containing picnic tables, potable water, and buildings with changing areas and toilets

canoe and kayak - launch from the boat landing off Knight Lane on Manomin Lake and paddle through the east end of Hartman Creek State Park and the Pope Lake Natural Area to Marl Lake

boat - gas motors are allowed on Marl, Pope, Manomin and Knight lakes, which are at the head of Waupaca's Chain O' Lakes and adjoin the park. Watercrafts are limited to slow, no-wake speed

mountain bike on 9.4 miles of trails year-round

cross-country ski on 6 miles of trails in the winter

snoeshoe on 3.5 miles of trails in the winter

6:00 am - 11:00 pm