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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.

Park information

Details about Badger Hickey Park.

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Park featuresOfficial details and additions from local visitors.

What the park department lists

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

Confirmed features

  • Playground
  • Reservable space
  • Dogs allowed
  • Basketball
  • Sports spaces
  • Open space
  • Restrooms
  • Shelter
Visitor notesRecent public review themes with source links.

These are themes from recent public reviews, not our own rating or a firsthand 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.

Review themes checked July 2026 from Google Maps visitor reviews.

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Address
1007 Palace Street, La Crosse, WI 54603
Park hours
Open daily, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Details checked
July 2026
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Dog policy
City rules require dogs to stay attended and on a leash in parks and trails. Clean up after them and follow any restrictions posted at the park. Check the policy
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Review themes checked July 2026