New Munster Wildlife Area

New Munster Wildlife Area is a 1048 acre property located in the western Kenosha County. Habitat on the property consists of oak woodland, lowland woodland, shallow marsh, grassland, and agricultural fields. Palmer Creek, a class III trout stream, runs through the northwest part of the property providing fishing and canoeing opportunities. Wildlife on the property includes deer, turkey, coyote, waterfowl and other small game. Pheasants are stocked on the property.

The property can be found approximately 6 miles west of the Village of Paddock Lake off of HWY KD.

Recreation Opportunities

The following recreational opportunities exist at New Munster Wildlife Area:

Hunting - deer, small game, waterfowl, turkey, pheasant (2pm closing) Trapping Hiking Berry picking Cross country skiing

Cross country skiing Wildlife viewing Bird watching Fishing- Palmer Creek Class III trout stream Canoeing

Additional Information

Download [PDF 320KB] a map of this property.

Useful Links:

• Hunting in Wisconsin
• Hunting and Trapping Regulations
• Season Dates
• Kenosha County Information [Exit DNR]
• Plan your trip to Kenosha County [Exit DNR]

For more information on New Munster Wildlife Area contact the property manager.

Questions for Wildlife Management