We attended the Wingspan and Wine event and it was a lovely evening in every way. Before entering…read morethe building, we were greeted with a bald eagle, his handler and another staff member introducing us with an abundance of interesting facts about the eagle. All of the staff was friendly, knowledgeable and clearly have a passion and love for their roles at the nature center. The Wingspan and Wine event had a variety of wines to try, along with charcuteries, veggies, fruit and some desserts to munch on throughout the evening. The stars of the evening were the many different raptors we got to see up close and hear all about, all of which are clearly cared for and loved by all of the staff. The property itself is gorgeous and spacious. Visiting the Schlitz Audubon Center has been on my list for years and I'm so glad I was finally able to visit - now I can't wait to go back for more exploring and to see more of what they have to offer!

Had an incredible evening last week at the raptors and wine event…read more Walking around, sampling wines while learning about some of my favorite raptors from the passionate staff made for an enjoyable evening. The space is has the vibe of a rustic lodge and would be great for weddings or larger parties. I'll be back to take advantage of the 6+ miles of outdoor trails. I'll be on the lookout for more events like this in the future.

A great place to hike some challenging hills and be in a beautiful spot filled with natural beauty.read more

Lots of recently downed timber here, making it a little more interesting. Assume much of this was…read moredue to high winds some time during the last year or so. The trails are well-marked with easily understandable signage. A couple of benches along the route and an easy half hour hike.

This bridge was fun to see. A pretty little park. We went in winter but I still enjoyed it. A…read moreshort drive from downtown Cedarburg.

I was here to check out the Cedarburg Covered Bridge but I also took the time to walk around this…read morelovely park. So let's combine both into one and here we are. The bridge was built by the Town of Cedarburg to replace a number of periodically washed out bridges. Pine logs were cut and milled in Baraboo, fitted into place in a lattice truss construction with 3x10 inch planks secured by 2 inch hardwood pins, eliminating the use of nails or bolts, and floored by 3 inch planking. The Ozaukee County Board in 1940 coted to assume the preservation and maintenance of the bridge. While the bridge is not open for vehicular traffic and there is a concrete and steel bridge adjacent, you can absolutely walk the bridge or even bicycle it. The nearby park has benches and picnic tables and a building with a picnic shelter complete with power outlets and public restrooms. There's plenty of space in the park to spread out and enjoy the second, smaller bridge. Plenty of parking. This is a great spot for your photo ops and in fact a couple was getting their engagement photos done here when I visited. [Review 20675 overall - 245 in Wisconsin - 1656 of 2023.]

How lucky are we to have the Oak Leaf Trail in Milwaukee County?…read more This stunning trail system spans 135 miles around Milwaukee County. It's paved and wide so great for any and all uses from walking and running to cycling and rollerblading. I've enjoyed beautiful walks on different parts of the trail as well as cycling. One of our favorite things to do in late summer is enjoy a long Sunday evening cycling session on the trail and then stop at one of the beer gardens that are easily accessed from the trail. Most recently, we cycled and ended at Estabrook Beer garden for some hard earned pretzels and beer. It's woodsy and lovely and, in my opinion. one of the many shining gems of our county. Get to it!

This trail is so nice to go biking or on a scooter. Lucky to see such beautiful nature too. We…read moreloved seeing the wetlands! Everything felt so peaceful. We haven't discovered much but i can imagine that there are many more pretty sights in store for us.

Great park with some of the best views in Milwaukee! You can see St. Mary's and the Water Tower…read morestraight east down North Avenue, and the southern view of Downtown is not to be missed. We like grabbing carryout dinner nearby, bringing it up the big stairs, and hopefully get a bench. We've seen a few picnickers up here, but not many- this park is aptly adored by those in the know, without being as popular as it deserves to be. There are some kid playground areas, a basketball hoop (it deserves a few more of those, honestly), there's a great walking loop, running up the stairs, and wildlife (we heard and saw a redtailed hawk recently), and lots of green space! I think the bottom of the hill to the north deserves a bandshell, as the slope up the hill would make a perfect "Chill on the Hill 2" space for music and neighborhood gatherings. Top notch views with lots of park potential.

Milwaukee already has some seriously stunning views scattered throughout the city. My first…read moreexperience of seeing the city in all its glory though was the view from the Edelweiss sunset cruise. Just when you think you've seen MKE at its finest along comes another breathtaking spot to view the place from. The latest spot has one the most spectacular views I've experienced to date. You can see all of downtown and even as far out as Lake Michigan when it's clear. The place is Kilbourn Park! Reading fellow Yelpers reviews I am floored that this was once a closed off area and you couldn't even get around up top to experience it. Either way it is what it is now a beautiful park for all to enjoy! It is what I would call the edge of Riverwest proper. If you look back to the North you will see the tallest site in Riverwest, Our Lady Divine Providence church, with its stunning green roof standing there all alone in all its glory. Love walking through this city and taking all the sites in!

As a recent transplant to Milwaukee, I've tried to familiarize myself with the beaches and parks of…read moremy new home. I recently went to Bradford Beach to experience a more urban setting with a couple offerings other parks haven't provided. This beach is HUGE and vibrantly busy with singles, families, and groups soaking up rays and having fun. Need a cold beer? There's a tiki bar. Milkshake or hot dog? There's a snack pavilion. Dance party? Join the kids on the balcony of the bathhouse. No negatives other than parking, which is as nightmarish as a lot of the rest of Milwaukee.

This is one of the biggest local beaches. Today the waves were just wonderful. Most would say the…read morewaters always to cold to go in, but as someone who has done the polar plunge 2 times, jumping in is a breeze on a 80° day. Mon through Fri before 4pm you can expect to have a really chill crowd. After 5 it's gets pretty packed a busy with everyone and their mama, and maybe their pet iguana (I got to pet :) !! ) Almost all the volleyball nets are In use, at least to my most current observations on a Monday evening. The tiki bars are such a cute addition, but if you're looking for food Moosas on the lot beside Bradford is the place to grab a bit to eat, or a strawberry shake. Bathrooms could use some more attention but most beach bathrooms are far from anything special. I recommend changing into your swimsuit beforehand. Redbull Marketers swung by today passing out free redbull making some young men next to me very happy. This beach is wheelchair accessible! And really is an inclusive,mixed crowd in every regard. It can get a bit roughty but there is adamant police presence cracking down on speeding for pedestrians and obnoxious groups. Be prepared to catch a couple different scents in the breeze. Wear sunscreen or prepared to be burned because the UV hits very directly!

This park has given me and my babies many memories. I love chasing my sons around the park and…read morefilming their tag games. They love the playground and the big open spaces around them. I can't wait to make more memories with my dear boys this summer

Best freaking park ever. Such a great park for all ages. Beautiful forest, nice playground, cool…read morewater place, etc. Bathrooms are nice

Pleasant little park which is perfect for a little summer picnic lunch for me by myself.read more

Love this park! It's tucked behind the Princeton Estates subdivision near 51st and Yale in…read moreFranklin. It's a nice, hidden gem with equipment for little kids and big kids alike. A great addition to the neighborhood!