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Stop in and say hi!

The visitor center includes displays on the Calumet region’s natural resources and cultural history and is the focal point for special events and education programs at the site. Learn about the area’s ecology, inhabitants, and transformations across the years through variable sensory activities, appealing to many ages.

Whether your interests align with recreational sports, geology, ecology, wildlife spotting, or general outdoor involvement—we’ve got you covered.

Uncover and learn to identify geological specimens with our GeoTreasure Dig activity!

Witness native fauna up-close, such as: the American Toad (Anaxyrus americanus), the Eastern Tiger Salamander (Ambystoma tigrinum), Midland Painted Turtles (Chrysemys picta marginata), the Dark Fishing Spider (Dolomedes tenebrosus), and other native taxa (groupings of organisms).

Be sure to sign our visitor registry when stopping by to stay up to date on upcoming programs and park improvements!