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La Crosse

Badger Hickey Park

A 2.82-acre neighborhood park renewed in 2020 with a playground, zip line, basketball court, shelters, bike racks, and reservable green space.

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Official overview

What the park agency lists.

The City reports that restroom-shelter construction in 2026 temporarily makes indoor bathrooms and the drinking fountain unavailable.

View City of La Crosse: Badger Hickey Park

Community feedback

What the community says.

These are dated, neutral themes from public visitor feedback. They are not a Coulee Region Parks Guide rating or a personal visit report.

  • Families repeatedly value the variety, including separate play areas for younger and older children, a zip line, musical elements, swings, and a large climber.
  • Picnic tables and space for adults to sit while children play are recurring practical strengths.
  • Visitors generally describe the playground as clean, but comments differ on how well the larger equipment suits toddlers without close help.

Good to know: Recent reviews describe bathroom access as inconsistent, and the City reports restroom-shelter construction during 2026. Bring a backup plan and supervise younger children on the larger equipment.

Themes checked July 2026 from Google Maps visitor reviews.

Verified features

What is available at this park.

  • Playground and zip line
  • Basketball court and bike racks
  • Open-air shelter and gazebo
  • Lighting, power, and reservable green space

Before you go

Practical details

Address
1007 Palace Street, La Crosse, WI 54603
Official source
City of La Crosse: Badger Hickey Park
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Community feedback
Review themes checked July 2026