A great place for mountains biking! (Us) beginners can find a loop according to our level. There…read moreare different loops for different levels of proficiency. Well kept, this park has everything a mountain biker could need. It even has a station to rinse your bike an the end of your experience. It is worth paying the fee at the entrance, and/or getting the annual pass. Can't wait to be back!

While this was a spacious park, I don't think it's worth the daily pass fee of $7. There is a good…read moreamount of parking available and a small pond for people/dogs to play in. Checked out some of the trails but they weren't too well maintained. We primarily stopped by for a beer garden and car show. If you don't pay the fee beforehand online, you'll receive something in the mail about a month later. Surprised they charge this much considering they don't put more into their park. I'd rather check out a different free park in the area, like Whitnall.

tl;dr This is the best you can get for a park. From water sports to baseball to playgrounds to a…read morestroll through historic formal gardens, this large park has it covered. This park is just one of the many gems that the award winning Waukesha Park and Rec Department has to offer. Nestled along the Fox River and the city's wonderful river walk, this 35 acre park features a formal garden, an amphitheater, lighted and fenced baseball diamond, indoor rec center, event hall, large playground, a bubbling spring, restrooms, bike & boat rentals from High Roller Fun Rentals and tons of parking. On top of all of that, Fiesta Waukesha, Badgerland Water Ski Show, Old Car Club Car Show, Oktoberfest and other events are held here. The eastern playground on a spring day is absolute heaven, as the playground is surrounded by lilacs. I've never experienced such a wonderful scent at a playground before, and you can tell it lifted the spirits of everyone around. The playground has a rubber playing surface, except for one area where there is a sandpit. The equipment shows some age, but is in great shape. The little kids side is pretty basic, but the big kids side is cool as the setup is a bit different. It's very long, and kids can go from one end to the other without stepping on the ground. A huge variety of slides, gliders, steps, rock walls, and more. Plus, there is a bathroom and drinking fountain right next to the playground!!! There is a second playground on the western edge, near the Schuetze Rec Center. This playground also has a rubber playing surface, and is new as of 2015. It is an all accessible playground, and has a transportation theme. This playground is also unique as it is tailored towards little kids rather than big kids, which rarely ever happens. The formal gardens date back to 1928, and features 18 annual flower beds, 6 colorful perennial areas and eleven fragrant rose beds. With 100s of tulips and daffodils, 1,000s of flowering annual plants, and over 150 roses in bloom and countless perennial this place is always beautiful are serene. Note, professional photoshoots require a permit! There are so many more things to talk about here, but really, just go and see for yourself. It's a beautiful park.

Love this tranquil Park setting on the Fox River. It's one of my go to is for a quick bike ride and…read moreI love how there's a separate track for walking. landscape is always nice nicely manicured and the new baseball diamond is a bonus!

We visited Buchner Park during Waukesha Unlocked and came away with so much newfound knowledge…read more This park is top quality and a wonderful place for swimming, a lazy river, a kiddie pool, tennis, pickleball, baseball, and lots of green grass to enjoy any time. The history of Mr. Buchner is interesting, and the people who shared information with us were truly proud of all that the town has done for the community. This park offers something for everyone, every age.

I go here once in a while, and every time I do, I'm either relaxed, swimming (in the summer), or…read moreriding my bike, and it's all really nice and pretty. Even on a rainy day it still feels like a community park, not just a random plot of land with a slide and swing.

News flash: I like something in waukesha county! This is…read moreprobably my favorite bike trail in the greater milwaukee area. Mind you, it comes at a price. Officially you have to have a state park sticker or come prepared with you 5 dollars to drop in little boxes along the trail for a day pass. I've taken the trail from waukesha (trailhead on college ave) almost to the end of the paved portion of the trail in dousman. You can go further to lake mills but its crushed limestone on that part. I can't put my finger on what I liked so much about this trail...the scenery was really pastoral and bucolic and the inclines weren't too bad. Just a really nice place to ride. The whole trip from waukesha to dousman is about 28 miles round trip. Mama Ds coffee etc spot is about 5 or 6 miles past the waukesha trailhead. See you on the trail!

The Glacial Drumlin trail is a paved 50+ mile trail that runs between Cottage Grove and Fox River…read moreSanctuary in Waukesha. It's popularly utilized as a bicycle trail but there are walkers and joggers as well. We hopped on the trail here in Waukesha for an afternoon walk on Labor Day. There were plenty of cyclists out but they were all very polite about passing us (a quick "on your left" and a socially distant pass). The trail itself is paved and appears to be beautifully maintained. The views in some areas of the trail are lovely (and other areas a little industrial). If you're looking to get out of the house and maybe enjoy a little nature to boot, this is a great option. Get to it!

Fox Brook park has the best trails to walk. I've seen couples, singles, old and young enjoying the…read morewalk with variety of intensions. I found so many flowers that I haven't seen before. I took botany in college so I'm familiar with the most of plants in Wisconsin. So when I have scratching my head with unfamiliar flora, that means something. People swim, fish, letting dogs swim, pedal boating, swimming for open water companions, enjoying carefree outdoor activities in the park. It's wonderful place to relax and enjoy nature.

It's been a few years since I've been to Fox Brook Park. Normally I came just to enjoy the…read morebeach/swimming and have since back in late elementary school! This time I came to test out the full expanse of the water with my paddle board. I came with my brother who had his kayak and fished. He caught a rainbow trout (and released). We stayed on the water for almost 4 hours - the water was nice and clean and it was busy but not crazy. The beach area was definitely a popular busy zone but most the people were in the designated swimming area versus the open lake. Just a great time and will be back! If looking to grab a spot on the dry land I would recommend arriving before 11am- that's when it started filling up more.

Our family visited on a Sunday morning. The playground is quietly tucked within a neighborhood and…read moreit appears to be newly renovated. It has a rubbery surface and there are plenty of shades. Our two girls especially enjoyed the double-sided monkey bars, swirling slides, and rope apparatus. If we didn't have lunch plans, they could have easily stayed for over an hour.

tl;dr An older neighborhood park with fenced baseball diamond, basketball court, park shelter with…read morebathrooms and drinking fountain, a large playground with rubber playing surface, and plenty of shade trees. I was looking to take my kiddo out before we headed into Sam's Club, and this park was nearby and seemed like a good stop. It was indeed! The playground is an all for one design, with no separate little kids side or big kids side, which is just fine. Variety is the key with this setup. For slides, there is one big enclosed twirl slide (my two year old loved this one), one three person slide, and a two person slide. For climbing into the playground, you can walk up the back of a crocodile, tackle the climbing wall, or take the variety of ladders, including one that goes into the middle of the roost. As well, there are two swings. One for toddlers, one for big kids. It's nothing crazy, it's not brand new, but it is well designed and maintained. Trees line the playground and basketball court, so there is plenty of shade. Parking is just on the street, no parking lot here. As well, the bathrooms are on the opposite end of the park from the playground, instead of centrally located. Other than that, the park is great for your traditional neighborhood park. We'll be back for sure.

Trails for all levels are plentiful at Lapham Peak. I hiked portions of Ice Age trail up to the…read moreobservation tower. The trial was well marked, with a mix of board walk, crushed stone and hard pack. Various intersecting trails allow you to spend any amount of time you'd like enjoying this beautiful park. Multiple restrooms are located at the various parking lots but be prepared.

Beautiful state park with plenty of trails to hike on with different difficulties! I've been here…read moreplenty of times with the latest in mid December 2025 with winter conditions during mid day. We went cross country skiing with rentals from Nordic Specialists located in the Evergreen Shelter next to the Evergreen lodge. Entry is with a fee or free with your purchase annual WI State parks pass. Not too far from the city, this place has the solitude and nature getaway not too far from the city. Xski rentals were $30 for classic ski that came with shoes poles and skis for two hours. It's also nice in the summer for getting a hike in whether you want a short one or a challenging long hike. There's also an observatory tower you can hike up flights of stairs for a nice view! The evergreen lodge is new and spacious to stay warm during the winter or cool in the shade in the off-winter time.

My husband and I went to Endicott Park to get in some steps after having a large meal. I found this…read moreto be a nice park that has a playground, baseball field, tennis court, shelter with picnic tables, and walking paths. There were many trees for scenery. I highly recommend Endicott Park!

This park in Brookfield has beautiful walking trails! Only thing that would make it better is to…read morehave mileage of trails posted somewhere.

Big fan of this neighborhood park, not only are there two age appropriate jungle gyms but there's…read morealso a wading pool which is convenient if your little one needs to cool down in the summer months. I believe the wading pool is open 11-4 as long as weather permits. Almost don't want to review this park to keep it to myself!

Rainbow park, times have changed. For those who did not know, let me tell you some history about…read morethat big hill you see. This place used to be landfill a long time ago and they filled the place up and now it's a park. As a little boy I used to come here a lot. It's a nice and quite little park. There's just a few swings and some sand to play in and of course, there is that kiddy pool for the summer. I probably pee'd in it, haha... Next to the soda machine used to be a pay phone, you know? The one that you put in one finger at a time and turned it in a circular motion. Ah, rotary phones were cool, not! Soda in that machine was 25 cents and they had a machine inside the building that made a cup of chicken broth soup, hot coco or, coffee. Yes, no Starbucks back then. In the summer you can expect to see men dressed up in uniforms playing baseball. You can also play tennis. They have two courts here. Hopefully the nets are new. The most fun is probably during the winter months when snow is on the hill. Take a sled, grease it down with left over lard from Christmas dinner and your in for a joy of a life time. As I said, the park is small, but it's cozy. Just because something is big, does not make it better. [Review #173]

Retzer has a planetarium that shows the most amazing programs. We saw Astronomica, the 3rd in the…read moreseries by James Hood. It was fantastic, and I was actually buzzing physically at the end. We also learned about the all upcoming presentations and we plan to attend as often as possible. This is a little theater that is so unique and should not be dismissed. The entire nature center and grounds are beautiful, and hiking the woods is always a pleasure. The downside is that dogs are not allowed, but that is understandable since they protect nature as much as possible. Please take a look at their website and do yourself a favor by attending an event or two. It really is a great way to spend an evening or hike for the day. The entire area is 483 acres, and is open at 6:00 am until 10:00 pm. There is no charge for parking or entering the park. Only the events have a fee, and it is not expensive. And everything inside is easily accessible for anyone with mobility issues.

We love this center and park grounds, though are always bummed to not be able to bring a dog. The…read moretrails are well groomed or over and there's a lot for little ones to find.