Park Alerts

Yellow Trail Partial Closure

• The Yellow Trail is partially closed until further notice due to poor trail conditions.
• To view a map of the closure, please click here.

Road Construction

• Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) construction on WIS 83 is planned from April 7 through the end of October, spanning from Golf Road to Vettelson Road.
• Despite the ongoing work, access to the park will remain open. To ensure safe and efficient access, please follow the posted signage and detours.
• For comprehensive details and maps, visit the DOT project website at: https://projects.511wi.gov/83waukesha/

Beach Playground

• Playground has been removed due to safety concerns
• Restoration of the area is in progress
• Avoid area and proceed with caution during construction

Beach House Closure

• The Naga-Waukee Beach House will be closed through April 1, 2025, for exterior and interior improvements.
• No showers or restrooms will be available for public use during this time.

Cross Country Ski Trails

Trails marked as Cross Country (X-C) Ski Trails are designated for X-C Skiing only through March 30. They are not open to hikers, walkers, or other activities, regardless of snow conditions.

Snowshoe Rentals at Retzer Nature Center

Unavailable: Snowshoe rentals are available as conditions allow. Rentals are currently unavailable.

Note: Snowshoes and other traction devices are not permitted on boardwalks or on paved/concrete surfaces.

Snowmobile Trails

Snowmobile trail conditions info: Phone the Waukesha County Snowmobile Association hotline at 414-299-0330.

Information about snowmobile clubs in the Waukesha area: www.WaukeshaSnow.org.

Moor Downs Seasonal Update

• The course is open daily through the winter season! Play 9 holes for just $10. Self-pay is in effect. The Clubhouse is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through mid-December for merchandise and gift card sales. Subject to change.

Naga-Waukee War Memorial Seasonal Update

• The course will close for the season after Sunday, November 24. The Clubhouse is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through December 23 for merchandise and gift card sales. Subject to change.

Large Breed Dog Exercise Area Partial Closure

• A portion of the Large Breed Dog Exercise Area will be closed Saturday, March 22 for tree pruning and will reopen when work is complete. The remaining portion will stay open, but may experience a higher concentration of use than normal.

Canoe & Kayak Launch

• The launch will be removed for the season as of November 11.

Nature Playground

• The Nature Playground will be closed for repair for approximately 8-12 weeks starting in April 2025.

Status: Trails are currently closed.

Pavement Restoration

• Pavement work will take place on the access road and in the parking lot, beginning June 2, 2025 and is expected to last into October. Access will remain open except for short-term, temporary closures as necessary. Parking may be limited at times.

Pavement Restoration

• Pavement work will take place on the entrance road and in the Picnic Area 4 parking lot, beginning May 12, 2025 and is expected to last into October. Access will remain open except for short-term, temporary closures as necessary.

Bridle trails open May 1 - November 1 (as conditions allow). Trails may close due to surface conditions. 
Note: Bridle Trails are "shared use paths." Your consideration of fellow users is appreciated.

Temporary Closure

• Temporarily closed to the public (no access or hunting) due to wetland restoration work occurring in 2025. Work began on March 3 and will continue through late fall. Work will include a prescribed burn, earthwork, vegetation management, restoration, native seed, and native plug planting.