8200 W. County Line Road, Mequon, WI 53097 | (262) 242-8055 | Open Daily: Dawn to Dusk

Location & Hours

Your gateway to 510 acres of natural wonder. We’re open sunrise to sunset, every single day of the year.

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Find Us

Mequon Nature Preserve

8200 W County Line Road
Mequon, WI 53097

Located at the border of Milwaukee and Ozaukee County

Just 20 minutes north of downtown Milwaukee via I-43

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Hours

Trail Hours

Open Daily: Sunrise to Sunset, 365 days a year

Always FREE admission

No reservations required, except for guided tours

PieperPower Education Center

April – October: Monday-Friday 9:00am-3:00pm

November – March: Monday-Friday 10:00am-2:00pm

Parking & Access

Main Parking Area
8200 W County Line Road,
Mequon, WI 53097
  • Largest parking area
  • Direct access to PieperPower Education Center
  • Restrooms available
  • ADA accessible facilities
  • Trail map displays
  • Main entrance to most trails
Swan Road Entrance
Swan Road, Mequon, WI
  • Smaller, quieter entrance
  • Direct trail access
  • Perfect for early morning visits
  • Less crowded parking
  • Trail map available
Donges Bay Road Entrance
Donges Bay Road, Mequon, WI
  • Alternative entrance option
  • Trail map available
  • Easy highway access
  • Additional parking during busy times

Accessibility Information

Most trails are ADA compliant with gravel, grass, and mulch surfaces. Accessible parking is available at all three locations, and restroom facilities are ADA accessible at our main location.

Free Equipment Available
the rig
The Rig

4-wheel off-road electric wheelchair

Ages 16+ (up to 225 lbs)

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

Reservation required

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The Grit Wheelchairs

Manual off-road wheelchairs

Available during Education Center hours

No reservation required

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Winter Accessibility

Ski attachments available for wheelchairs during snow season

Need Accessibility Accommodations?

Contact Cory Gritzmacher – Chief Operations Officer

Email: coryg@mequonnaturepreserve.org | Phone: (262) 242-8055

Questions About Your Visit?

Our team is here to help with field trips, accessibility needs, general information, or any other questions about visiting the preserve.

Weather & Seasonal Information

Spring

(March-May)
  • Wildflower blooms
  • Bird migration peak
  • Mud season – waterproof shoes recommended

Summer

(June-August)
  • Peak prairie wildflowers
  • Early morning visits recommended
  • Bring sun protection and water

Fall

(September-November)
  • Fall foliage tours
  • Monarch butterfly migration
  • Comfortable temperatures for longer hikes

Winter

(December-February)
  • Snowshoe rentals available
  • Winter wildlife tracking
  • Dress in layers for temperature changes

Ready to Visit?

Check the weather, choose your parking location, and come explore 510 acres of natural wonder.

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