Lake Kegonsa is the southern-most lake in the Yahara River chain of lakes formed when debris was left by a retreating glacier 12,000-15,000 years ago. The name Kegonsa is attributed to the Ho-Chunk (Winnebago) Indians who once lived in this area. Kegonsa means "Lake of Many Fishes." The lake is home to one county and one state park. Located on the northeast corner of the lake is Lake Kegonsa State Park open year-round from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Both pork & forest vehicle admission stickers are required. Fishing pier, picnic area, beach and pet swimming area located nearby. There are designated, accessible parking stalls. The boarding docks, restroom, and routes of travel to all, are ADA accessible.

LaFollette County Park is located on the eastern shore of Lake Kegonsa adjacent to Lake Kegonsa State Park. Note that the adjacent beach shoreline at the county park is not accessible unless you climb over above grade train tracks.  Fishing is available across the street at the lock and dam on the north side of the park. 

(picture above is Lake Kegonsa State Park)



For hikers and nature lovers alike the 343 acre Lake Kegonsa State Park's is comprised of three distinct ecosystems: woods, prairies and wetlands feature many native wildlife communities. Each setting providing ample opportunities to see wildlife up close, from red fox, deer and woodchucks, skunks and opossums to turtles, snakes, kingfishers and bobolinks. For birdwatchers over 60 kinds of birds call the park home. There is also a diversity of insects like luna and hawk moths, tiger and underwing, big blue or green dragonflies and variety of butterflies.