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Onalaska

Great River Landing

A 54-acre waterfront trailhead with a playground, visitor center, and access to the Great River State Trail, Wittenberg Marsh, Lake Onalaska, and the Black and Mississippi Rivers.

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Official overview

What the park agency lists.

The City says the upper park and new building are highly accessible, while the lower slope beyond Irvin Street is not ADA accessible.

View City of Onalaska: Great River Landing

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.

  • Visitors repeatedly recommend the river and lake views, swinging benches, and trail access as the main reason to stop.
  • Reviews call the bathrooms, picnic area, water, and parking practical strengths for a trail ride or short family break.
  • Families mention musical play elements and the sundial, but note that this is not a full playground destination.

Good to know: Freight trains pass close to the upper park and can be loud; the lower waterfront area is more rugged and is not ADA accessible.

Themes checked July 2026 from Google reviews via Wanderlog.

Verified features

What is available at this park.

  • Great River State Trail trailhead
  • Playground and multi-use paths
  • Trailhead visitor center and restrooms
  • Off-street parking
  • Access to Lake Onalaska, Wittenberg Marsh, and the Black and Mississippi Rivers

Before you go

Practical details

Address
101 Irvin Street, Onalaska, WI 54650
Official source
City of Onalaska: Great River Landing
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Community feedback
Review themes checked July 2026