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Open the Outdoors
This billion-year-old hill is one of the oldest geological formations on earth. 
Rib Mountain State Park is a premier day-use facility with picnicking, hiking trails and a reservable amphitheater. The top of the 60-foot observation tower offers spectacular views of the Wausau area and Wisconsin River. Granite Peak Ski Area is on the north face of the mountain and offers downhill skiing and snowboarding during winter.
- Rib Mountain State Park
- Contact information
- For information, contact:
- Rib Mountain State Park
4200 Park Road
Wausau WI 54401
715-842-2522
Wisconsin State Park System Rib Mountain State Park
DNR Photo
Park information
Welcome!
- The park is open year-round from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Directions
Rib Mountain is off of Interstate 39 just southwest of Wausau. Exit the highway onto County Highway N west. Go straight at the first intersection onto Park Road and go about 2.5 miles to the summit. Geographic coordinates are 44° 55' 11.23" N, 89° 40' 49.50" W.
Granite Peak Ski Area [exit DNR] facilities are at the north base of the mountain. Exit the highway onto County Highway NN and go about 0.7 miles west to the entrance.
Fees
- Vehicle admission sticker is required.
- Hunting licenses apply.
Concessions and rental equipment
The Friends of Rib Mountain State Park operate a concession stand during the late spring, summer and fall months of the year. Hours vary with time of year and weather conditions.
