Parks & Wildlife Areas
From lakefront parks and kayak launches to quiet wildlife areas and year-round recreation spaces, Rome makes it easy to get outside. Whether you're planning a picnic, launching a kayak, or exploring trails, there’s a place for it here.
State and County Parks
Lake Camelot County Park
A convenient access point for getting out on the water.
Boat launch • Parking • Fishing access
Lake Arrowhead County Park
A scenic lakefront park with space to relax and enjoy time by the water.
Boat launch • Picnic areas • Playground • Restrooms
Petenwell County Park
A large park on Lake Petenwell offering year-round recreation and camping.
Campground • Beach • Boat launch • Trails
Riverside Park (Nekoosa)
A quiet park along the Wisconsin River with space for gatherings and scenic views.
Open space • Shelter • River access • Picnic area
South Wood County Park
A recreation-filled park on Lake Wazeecha with beaches, trails, camping, and plenty of ways to enjoy the water.
Beaches • Boat launch • Trails • Camping
Nepco Lake County Park
A lakefront park with the only public boat launch on Nepco Lake and nearly 10 miles of multi-use trails.
Boat launch • Beach • Trails • Accessible fishing pier
Roche-A-Cri State Park
A scenic state park centered around a 300-foot rock outcropping with trails, camping, fishing, and Native American rock art.
Hiking • Camping • Rock art • Fishing
Quincy Bluff and Wetlands State Natural Area
A sprawling natural area of sandstone bluffs, pine forests, wetlands, and open barrens.
Hiking • Birding • Wildlife viewing • Scenic bluffs
Wildlife Areas
Colburn Wildlife Area
Nearly 5,000 acres of wetlands, marshes, and wooded habitat to explore.
Birding • Wildlife viewing • Nature walks
Leola Marsh Wildlife Area
A mix of grassland and marsh that draws birders and nature lovers.
Birding • Hiking • Peaceful exploring
Sandhill Wildlife Area
A remote natural area with forests, marshes, and year-round programming.
Wildlife viewing • Hiking • Nature photography • Programs
Specialty Parks & Launches
Walden Park Kayak Launch
A peaceful launch spot where the creek meets Lake Camelot.
Kayak launch • Canoe access • Parking
Room to Roam Dog Park of Rome
A year-round dog park with space for dogs to run and play.
Open play areas • Agility equipment • Seating • Shelter
Tri-Norse Outdoor Park
A historic recreation area offering seasonal activities and events. Memberships provide 24/7 access; otherwise, the park is open to the public during scheduled events.
Cross-country skiing • Snowshoeing • Ski jump • Event space
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