From the DNR Web page as of this morning.

I highlighted & underlined the part that has stipulations.


State Parks, Trails, Boating Launches, State Forests And Other State-Managed Public Land

State parks, recreation areas, trails and other state-managed lands remain open, provided all visitors adhere to the requirement for proper social distancing – at least 6 feet between yourself and another person. If it becomes evident that people are not practicing effective social distancing while visiting these state-managed resources, we will close them to protect the health of our visitors and our staff.

The following provisions apply:


  • State park headquarters buildings and contact stations are closed to the public.
  • All bathroom buildings and vault toilets are closed.
  • Playgrounds located in state parks and recreation areas are closed until further notice.
  • A requirement that a Recreation Passport is needed for state park and recreation area entry has been suspended.
  • The opening of the Silver Lake State Park ORV Area is delayed until May 1.



Here is the link to the entire announcement, as well.

DNR - COVID-19 Information

SO we should be civil, respect personal space, have a crap bucket on the boat, and be able to fish.

OE