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Your Library Card Just Got You Into Wisconsin State Parks

Looking for your next adventure?

Thanks to support from the Friends of the Oconomowoc Public Library, your Library now offers library card holders the chance to visit Wisconsin State Parks and enjoy some of the most beautiful outdoor destinations in the state.

Whether you’re planning a hike, a family picnic, a day at the beach, or simply a chance to spend time in nature, your library card can help you explore Wisconsin for free.

New! Wisconsin State Parks Passes

Wisconsin’s State Parks offer something for everyone, from towering bluffs and hidden waterfalls to peaceful forests and miles of shoreline.

Grab a daily vehicle admission pass from the Library and discover:

  • Scenic hiking trails
  • Swimming beaches
  • Nature centers
  • Wildlife viewing opportunities
  • Camping and picnic areas
  • Year-round outdoor recreation

It’s one more way your library card connects you to learning, discovery, and adventure beyond our walls.

Passes are day-use passes that are not reusable or renewable. They are single-use passes valid for one day of vehicle admission. They are not valid for overnight camping stays or camping reservation fees. Passes do not need to be returned to the Library.

How do I get a Wisconsin State Parks Pass?

  1. Go to the main desk at Oconomowoc Public Library.
  2. Provide the date you will be using the pass.
  3. Have a motor vehicle with a Wisconsin license plate.
  4. Have a valid Oconomowoc Public Library card.
  5. Check out a book, movie, or Library of Things item.

Even More Places to Explore

Your library card can also unlock admission to:

Milwaukee Art Museum

World-class art and stunning architecture.

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

Hands-on learning and imaginative play for young explorers.

Discovery Center Museum

Interactive science exhibits worth the short trip to Rockford, IL.

Mitchell Park Domes

Three unique ecosystems under Milwaukee’s iconic glass domes.

Wisconsin Historical Society Museums & Historic Sites

Explore Wisconsin’s rich history at destinations across the state, including Old World Wisconsin, Circus World, Villa Louis, Wade House, Black Point Estate and Gardens, and more.

One of Wisconsin’s Most Popular Wildlife Attractions

Enjoy a memorable visit to a favorite family destination with one of our most requested passes. Licensing restrictions prevent us from naming this attraction, but we guarantee you’ll have a wild time.

The Best Part?

Explore Passes help you discover new places, plan affordable family outings, and get even more value from your library card.

Before planning your next adventure, check the Library’s Explore Pass collection. You might be surprised where your library card can take you.

Explore passes are available on a first come, first served basis. You can call us at 262-569-2193 to see what is currently available, but the passes cannot be reserved in advance.


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