Hike-in Required
No
Open Year-round
Yes
ADA accessible
Yes
Guided tours
No
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The Lake Wissota Overlook is a viewpoint in Lake Wissota State Park near Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. The overlook is about a half mile past the park office. The viewing area is handicap accessible. The overlook provides views of Lake Wissota, a 6148-acre reservoir created by the damming of the Chippewa River. There are interpretive signs that provide visitors with information about the building of the Lake Wissota hydroelectric dam, how the landscape was shaped by glaciers and more. There are benches and picnic tables as well as a grill at the overlook. For those interested in hiking, the trailhead for the Lake Trail is nearby.

Since this overlook is located in a state park, a fee must be paid to enter the park. A day use or annual permit can be purchased at the Park Office. Dogs are allowed in the park but must be on a leash eight feet long or shorter.

 

Logistics + Planning

Preferable season(s)

Spring
Summer
Fall

Congestion

Low

Parking Pass

State Park Day-Use Fee

Pros

View of Lake Wissota.

Cons

Not much shade for picnicking.

Pets allowed

Allowed with Restrictions

Features

ADA accessible
Family friendly
Near lake or river
Big vistas
Picnic tables
Historically significant

Location

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