This location is actually Harborview Park within the Ozaukee County Parks system. It is on top of…read morethe hill at southeast intersection of North Milwaukee Street and West Washington Street. It is a small parcel of land that is a natural, native plant landscape (not manicured, unable to walk through). The native plants attract beautiful butterflies and act as a filter for runoff. The wooden deck with picnic tables is a great place to eat lunch if you work in the area or are running up the hill, and provide a peaceful view of Port Washington Harbor.

What a great park with beautiful views of the lake. There is also a beer garden close by for the…read moreadults. We really liked this playground and it is enclosed except for the entrance which makes it easier to keep tabs on the little ones.

Great Park! Lots of places to picnic around. Looks like there are bathrooms but didn't check them…read moreout.

Lovely and unexpected conservancy in West Bend. The trails are fairly well marked, and they have Q…read morecodes that you can scan for information. Although, when I was doing it, it did not work. Also, bring your bug spray! A lot of the trail is wooded, and there were lots of flies and gnats. We also saw two Cranes in the woods. That was a sweet, unexpected moment. There also is a beautiful barn, which is used for weddings and, I'm sure other events. It would be a lovely venue to hold your wedding. We noticed they are building a children's playground on the property as well. Which looks like it's going to be adorable when it's finished! We really enjoyed our hike. It is not strenuous, and you can take many different trails. Would do it again in fall!

I haven't been here for a few months but I do recommend going. They have paths that you're able to…read morewalk on and see nature. There's history to this place and down by the pond. Some of the family still live on the land. It's a beautiful place to see and to walk around. They have quite a lot going on there. Check out the website and on Facebook. The Barn isn't what it use to be but it's still there and standing. They take great care of everything and keep it all well maintained.

really nice, trail is good. pretty sights. a fun time close to home. please check it outread more

This is a beautiful land preserve located just outside of Fredonia Wi. The Ozaukee Washington land…read moretrust oversees this preserve. Parking is limited with just two spots right off of clover valley road next to the trail head sign but you can park along the side of the road. The trail to the top of the hill leads you to a old house remains. Just the foundation remains but it is a really interesting find. There is also the remains of a larger building, possibly a barn at one time. The structure does have some graffiti And we seem to find beer bottles there every time we visit. A hot spot for the local teenagers I'm sure. The trail leads you along a huge grassland area where you can easily spot turkey vultures, Hawks and other large birds hunting for small game. Once you reach the end of the grassland area the trail splits and you can either go up to your left or down to your right. If you choose the upward trail you will hike up and down a trail that winds down from the hilltop into the forest, finishing at the plank walk and looping back to the opposite trail. There is a bench area along this trail. If you choose the downward trail it will take you directly to a plank walk down to Huiras lake. There is a small Pier that goes out onto the lake so you can observe the otters that swim there, or watch the ducks. I am unsure how the fishing is at this lake. There is no boat access from the land preserve. This is a nice place to walk your dog, or to take your family on a nature walk. I have brought my cub scouts here to do bird counts, it's not well traveled and because it isn't you can really enjoy the solitude while there.

The power plant on the lakefront near the Port Washington Marina switched from coal to natural gas…read morein 2004. The former coal docks have now been converted and are part of a nice park. There are paved paths along the lake, a boardwalk, picnic tables, several benches, bike parking and a red metal roofed pavilion. The pavilion has a spiral staircase reminiscent of the staircases you may find in lighthouses, and from the pavilion overlook you can see two lights: the art deco Port Washington Breakwater Light and Port Washington Lighthouse, which has been restored and now houses a museum. There are just a few steps to get to the top of the pavilion overlook, and once up there you will be sheltered from the elements and can have a good look at the lake and the lights. In the park you will also find a replica of the Wisconsin Pillar from the WWII Memorial in Washington, D.C.

This park is so much better than mountains of coal! Would highly recommend!!!read more

Update! KM Northern Unit has so much to offer! Since my earlier review having camped at Long Lake…read morefor years (and still love it), I've explored and grown to appreciate: - Fishing & Hiking around Mauthe Lake - Mauthe Lake is the best for family friendly camping - Long Lake camping is still my fave - Several Ice Age Trails wind through here at Butler Lake and elsewhere - Explore all of the hiking options here, my favs are Dundee Mtn, Mauthe Lake Loop (also bike friendly), Greenbush Kettle - Bike friendly crushed gravel path between Long and Mauthe Lakes - Ice Age Interpretive Center is top notch My last camping trip coincided with a Friends of KM Northern Unit potluck, guided hike, and flute & drum circle. Follow them on FB for updates! It's all happening at KM State Forest Northern Unit!

Beautiful forest area, with many trails throughout. I also enjoy harvesting firewood and Christmas…read moretrees, both of which can be acquired for very little money in fees.

Garrison's Glen - A lovely tribute and gesture to a young man who passed away…read more Location 2231 Pioneer Road - Mequon, WI 53092 Size 22 Acres Description This is a nice park if you are looking for a short walk. But even though it's small, treasures for the eyes await visitors. The paths are well maintained grass paths. They keep them mowed very well. They have bird houses within in the glen erected. There can be quite a bit of activity from birds so it's a great place to bird watch if that's your jam, or jelly. Tons of trees, most I cannot identify because I've never bothered to learn. But! It is an excellent mix of old trees and newer trees. There are some absolutely stunning trees to see. I took pictures but it doesn't do it justice. This property has maybe 4-5 paths you can take which often overlap one another. It's very peaceful here. There is a large bog? Swamp? Marsh? Wetland? Whatever the proper nomenclature is. There is a big really, really , really wet area in the middle with lots of wetland plants. Points of Interest There is a multitude of plant life. Asters, Wild Cucumber, Jewelweed, False Sunflowers, Horsetail, Golden Alexander, Dogwood with some of the most vibrant red branches I have even seen and grapes. Like, grapes taking over the place. It's Planet of the grapes there. The birds! So many. Be Aware It is always wet. Always. There's a swamp in the middle so be prepared for soggy, muddy ground. There are occasionally branches hanging down in the middle of the walking paths so keep your eyes sharp! Mosquitos - Holy f-ing hell mosquitos. They are more ferocious than strippers in Dothan Alabama. The Entry/Exit way. It is seriously step and there is some erosion from where the asphalt meets the gravel and if you go over it too fast it will cause your car to hit the pavement HARD. Dog Friendly? Yes- As long as you keep them on the leash and clean up after them. They even provide a trash bin at the entrance so you can throw the brown sausages away and not even have to worry about taking them home in your car to dispose. Vixen Says There were no gila monsters, so that gets a paw up. Lots of good sniffs, another paw awarded. Delicious  grass so another paw. Three paws and a bark!

An awesome free fair…read more Free means no entrance fee. But you will have to pay for food, parking, rides, pony rides, etc. If you're like me and just enjoy animals, you could almost come here and not spend any money... lol We were able to find street parking close by. We had a little walk to the fair, but I'm good for walking. All the animals were up close and personal, and so much more accessible than at the state fair. There were tons of food vendors and all the food you want at a county fair. We ended up eating at the clover cafe, because it was air conditioned and indoors, but the food there was meh. But cheap! $5.75 for a 1/3 lb cheeseburger! But it wasn't very well seasoned, and the "fried onions" on it definitely needed a little more cooking done to merit the "fried" part. Hot dog was only $4, and it was similar to the Costco hot dog. So would I eat here again? No, I'll spend the $14 to get a burger from a vendor just across the street in the fair, unless I'm with older friends who need air conditioning. For $3, you can get a cup of animal feed to pet some goats and llama and lambs, etc. For $10, there is a camel ride, but it will only take you twice around a small area (it's over in under 5 minutes). Pony rides for kids merry-go-round style also available. I had fun just watching other people enjoying the rides, while rubbing pig noses and feeding baby goats. We came in the morning, but wish I had stayed for the evening shows and music. Definitely planning another year!

The 2021 Ozaukee County Fair was the busiest I have ever seen. Animals are always the highlight for…read moreme, along with deep fried cheese curds ;) There wasn't really anything new that I saw but it was packed (I was there Friday and Saturday). It looked like mostly families enjoying the sunshine and the ability to go to an outdoor event. Great for the person that wants to experience a fair but not be overwhelmed; however, I would suggest attending during the day on weekdays to avoid a potentially large crowd. It really isn't anything spectacular, except that it is one of the last free fairs in Wisconsin. I do hope it remains that way in years to come.