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Grassy Lake Wildlife Area
Grassy Lake Wildlife Area is a 695 acre property located in Columbia County. Find it 3 miles southeast of Rio on Hwy. 16. Take Erdman Road or Fischer Road off Hwy. 16. The property consists of approximatly 380 acres of wetland, 210 acres of upland, and 105 wooded acres.
Property History
The property was established as a wildlife area in 1958 with a boundary encompassing the wetland basin known as Grassy Lake. The property was established to provide opportunities for public hunting, particularly waterfowl, and an area for wildlife production. Current public use of the property is highest for hunting of deer, waterfowl, and pheasant. Trapping for muskrats and other furbearing animals is significant.
Recreation Opportunities
The following recreational opportunities exist at Grassy Lake Wildlife Area:
- Hunting - deer (DMU 70G), waterfowl, pheasants, rabbits, turkey (zone 17), furbearers, squirrels
- Trapping - furbearers
- Hiking
- Berry picking
- Cross country skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Bird watching
- Canoeing
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Additional Information
Download [PDF 170KB] a map of this property.
Useful Links:
- Grassy Lake State Natural Area (located within Grassy Lake Wildlife Area)
- Hunting in Wisconsin
- Hunting and Trapping Regulations
- Season Dates
- Columbia County Information [Exit DNR]
- Plan your trip to Columbia County [Exit DNR]
For more information on Grassy Lake Wildlife Area contact the property manager.
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