A22 Attachment 4 - Blackhawk Park Brochure .pdf

Rev. 03/15CEMVP 25-1-05

BLACKHAWK

PARK

DeSoto, Wisconsin

Emergency - Call 911

Thank you for visiting!

For more information contact:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Blackhawk Park E590 Cty Rd BI DeSoto, WI 54624 Phone (608) 648-3314 or

(651) 290-5998 Blackhawk.park@usace.army.mil www.CorpsLakes.us www.recreation.gov

(877) 444-6777

Blackhawk Park is operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Our trained staff are here to assist you, and we welcome your comments and suggestions.

To make reservations for campsites or day-use shelters use Recreation.gov

BLACKHAWK PARK

History Blackhawk Park is situated in Pool 9 on the main channel of the mighty Mississippi River. The park is filled with a rich variety of river birch, cottonwood, swamp oaks and willow trees that offer a shady spot in the summer time and provide beautiful colors in the fall. The rangers provide a variety of programs and activities throughout the summer for all to enjoy.

Blackhawk is also home to a historic site. The park is located on the same site as the final battle of the Blackhawk War, known as The Battle of Bad Axe, which occured on Aug. 1-2, 1832.

This site was also used as a camping area for Zebulon Pike in September of 1805 during his expedition to find the headwaters of the Mississippi River.

Visitor Information

• FIREWOOD ALERT! Only certified pest-free is permitted in the park.

Firewood restrictions are in place to prevent the spread of forest insects and disease.

• Off-road and All Terrain Vehicles, or ATVs, and golf-carts are not allowed.

• Please report any disturbances, vandalism or loss of property to a park ranger.

• Pets are welcome but need to stay on a leash at all times (six foot maximum).

Owners are responsible for clean-up of all excrement.

• Beach your boats in the non-designated swimming areas.

Day Use Information Blackhawk Park offers two boat launches within the park. One boat launch is located on the main channel of the Mississippi River and the other is on Green Lake which gives access to the backwaters of the Mississippi River, both are available to campers and non-campers for a nominal fee. Blackhawk Park also offers a swimming beach, a fishing pier and two shelters available for reservation.

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

Campground Rules

• You are welcome to stay with us for up

14 days in a 30 day period.

• Campsite checkout time is 2 p.m. You are welcome to stay and utilize the day use areas for the remainder of the day.

• Please observe our quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. This includes all radios and generators.

• Placing equipment on a campsite with the intent of saving the site for future use is prohibited. Each camping site is allowed one wheeled unit and a tent OR two tents.

and keep an eye out for pedestrians.

Please keep all vehicles off the grass in the electric camping areas.

• Please utilize our garbage dumpsters and separate recycling containers.

Rev. 03/15 CEMVP 25-1-05

BLACKHAWK

PARK

DeSoto, Wisconsin

Emergency - Call 911

Thank you for visiting!

For more information contact:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Blackhawk Park E590 Cty Rd BI DeSoto, WI 54624 Phone (608) 648-3314 or

(651) 290-5998 Blackhawk.park@usace.army.mil www.CorpsLakes.us www.recreation.gov

(877) 444-6777

Blackhawk Park is operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Our trained staff are here to assist you, and we welcome your comments and suggestions.

To make reservations for campsites or day-use shelters use Recreation.gov

BLACKHAWK PARK

History Blackhawk Park is situated in Pool 9 on the main channel of the mighty Mississippi River. The park is filled with a rich variety of river birch, cottonwood, swamp oaks and willow trees that offer a shady spot in the summer time and provide beautiful colors in the fall. The rangers provide a variety of programs and activities throughout the summer for all to enjoy.

Blackhawk is also home to a historic site. The park is located on the same site as the final battle of the Blackhawk War, known as The Battle of Bad Axe, which occured on Aug. 1-2, 1832.

This site was also used as a camping area for Zebulon Pike in September of 1805 during his expedition to find the headwaters of the Mississippi River.

Visitor Information

• FIREWOOD ALERT! Only certified pest-free is permitted in the park.

Firewood restrictions are in place to prevent the spread of forest insects and disease.

• Off-road and All Terrain Vehicles, or ATVs, and golf-carts are not allowed.

• Please report any disturbances, vandalism or loss of property to a park ranger.

• Pets are welcome but need to stay on a leash at all times (six foot maximum).

Owners are responsible for clean-up of all excrement.

• Beach your boats in the non-designated swimming areas.

Day Use Information Blackhawk Park offers two boat launches within the park. One boat launch is located on the main channel of the Mississippi River and the other is on Green Lake which gives access to the backwaters of the Mississippi River, both are available to campers and non-campers for a nominal fee. Blackhawk Park also offers a swimming beach, a fishing pier and two shelters available for reservation.

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

Campground Rules

• You are welcome to stay with us for up

14 days in a 30 day period.

• Campsite checkout time is 2 p.m. You are welcome to stay and utilize the day use areas for the remainder of the day.

• Please observe our quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. This includes all radios and generators.

• Placing equipment on a campsite with the intent of saving the site for future use is prohibited. Each camping site is allowed one wheeled unit and a tent OR two tents.

and keep an eye out for pedestrians.

Please keep all vehicles off the grass in the electric camping areas.

• Please utilize our garbage dumpsters and separate recycling containers.

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To De Soto Bay

Green Lake Boat Ramp

Day Use Area

Shelter #2

Fee Collection

Volleyball Court

Park Office

Main Boat Ramp

Boathouse Camping Area

Day Use Area

Shelter #3

Host

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Day Use Area

Mississippi River

Peck Lake

Green Lake

Battle Slough

Battle Island

Volunteer

Main Channel

Water Safety Link

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