The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for the 14th annual Free Fun Weekend happening June 6-7, 2026. State park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors.
With 50 state parks, 15 state forests, 44 state trails, 84,000 miles of rivers and streams and roughly 15,000 inland lakes, Wisconsin has something for everyone to enjoy.
“If you’ve never checked out a Wisconsin state park before, Free Fun Weekend is the perfect opportunity to come visit for the first time,” said Steve Schmelzer, DNR Bureau Director of Parks and Recreation Management. “Bring your friends and family to enjoy a day at the beach, have a picnic or go for a hike – the Wisconsin State Park System has something fun for everyone!”
Free Fun Weekend is also an opportunity to try fishing for food or fun before purchasing an annual fishing license.