Current Conditions at Nelson Dewey State Park

Conditions as of Wednesday, February 8, 2012:

Trails

Nelson Dewey State Park’s roadways will not be plowed this winter. The parking lot near the park office will be plowed and visitors are welcome to hike into the park from the lot. There are no ski trails at Nelson Dewey, but people can ski or snowshoe in the park from the parking lot.

Camping

To reserve regular or outdoor group sites for dates for 2012, use the web or call (888) 947-2757, TTY (800) 274-7275.

Firewood Notice: Due to the potential of carrying harmful tree pests and diseases, firewood from out of state or from more than 25 miles away is not allowed on Wisconsin State Park or Forest properties. Also, firewood that has been in the Wisconsin emerald ash borer quarantined area [PDF 102KB] is not allowed on properties outside of the quarantined area. Please buy firewood at or near the park or forest where you are going. Call the DNR toll-free Firewood Hotline, (877) 303-WOOD ((877) 303-9663) for information before packing for a trip. Crawford and Vernon counties are both quarantined areas. Firewood is available in the village of Cassville, 2 miles from the park. Firewood can also be purchased at the park from the campground host.

For More Information

Nelson Dewey State Park
P.O. Box 658
Cassville, WI 53806
Phone (608) 725-5374

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