Merrick State Park

Wisconsin State Park

Entrance fee$13 / vehicle
CampingYes
DirectionsOfficial Wisconsin DNR pagePark mapCampground mapHunting and trapping map

About Merrick State Park

Sites on the Mississippi backwaters where you can tie a boat up or fish from where you sleep — every island site and some in the south campground touch water. Three miles of walking trail and two landings that take craft of any size.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

Camping options

Entrance fee

$13 per vehicle — A vehicle admission sticker is required. Daily vehicle admission $13 with Wisconsin plates ($16 out-of-state), $3 for Wisconsin residents 65 and older; 12-month pass $28 / $50. Rates effective Aug. 19, 2025.

Hours

Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. year-round.

Hours as published by Wisconsin DNR. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone608-687-4936

AddressS2965 State Rd 35, Fountain City, WI 54629

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