More than a walk in the woods
Experience one of the Midwest’s most biologically diverse ecosystems, where kids hike for free, and trails are open from dawn to dusk. What started as 30 acres has grown from a local gem to a national treasure – with international appeal and members in all 50 states.
Founded in 1937, The Ridges Sanctuary is Wisconsin’s first land trust, protecting the state’s most biologically diverse ecosystem. Its ridge-swale complex provides a variety of environmental conditions from open beach to densely shaded conifer forest, home to 500 species of plants, 60 species of birds and 12 threatened or endangered species like the Hine’s Emerald dragonfly. Each year, thousands hike trails where orchids thrive as they did when the paths were first cleared by founding members.
Visiting The Ridges Sanctuary
Peak season hours: open 7 days a week 9:00-5:00 and trails are open from dawn to dusk.
8166 Hwy 57
Baileys Harbor, WI 54202
920-839-2802
