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Kettle Moraine State Forest, South Unit
Forest Headquarters & Museum
S91 W39091 Highway 59
Eagle, WI 53119
262-594-6200
Hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily
Be sure to visit the museum at the forest headquarters.
The Southern Unit is the second largest of four Kettle
Moraine Units, covering 20,300 acres stretching through
three counties; Waukesha, Jefferson and Walworth. It is
over 35 Miles long, about 1 mile in width, with a relief
of 100 to 300 feet.
Established in 1936, the theme of the Kettle Moraine
Southern Unit centers around the last ice age - Wisconsin
Glacier and the glacial landforms created 10,000 years ago.
It is accurately described as a collection of hills, ridges
and depressions. One of the best known features are the
kettle holes which inspired the name. Occasionally ponds
developed in the deeper kettle holes.
The Kettle Moraine offers camping (including a cabin
for disabled visitors), swimming, boating, nature,
hiking, biking, cross country skiing, horse and snowmobile
trails, hunting, and a scenic drive. Guided nature
hikes and evening programs are offered. Check at the
headquarters for details.
Eagle Historical Society
217 W. Main Street
Eagle, WI 53119
262-594-8961
Old World Wisconsin
S103 W37890 Highway 67
Eagle, WI 53119
Phone: 262-594-6300
Email: oww@whs.wisc.edu
Hours: May 1 - October 31 (and for special holiday programming during the first two weeks of December.)
Ride a tram to one of the diverse ethnic farmsteads or stroll through an actual 1870s Crossroads Village to chat with merchants and townsfolk in authentic turn of the century homes and shops. You’ll see hands-on activities and historic crafts such as quilting, wool rug braiding, and blacksmithing. Tram service and audio tour guide included in admission. Gift shop and restaurant on site. Special events are highlighted throughout the season. Call for more information and rates.
Visit our website at: www.oldworldwisconsin.org
Smiley Face Water Tower
Northwest corner of Highway 59 (Waukesha Road) and Highway 67 (Kettle Moraine Drive/Elkhorn Road). See
our Village of Eagle (38k) map for details.
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