American Legion Park is a 6.9 Acre parcel leased by the City of Delafield. It provides baseball and softball facilities, a picnic shelter, and play equipment.
The Mission of the VMR is to help current and future generations honor those who gave their lives in defense of liberty by creating an ecologically sound river walk park which memorializes the efforts of our armed forces, highlighting in particular historical contributions from the Waukesha area. Further, to encourage and bring to the fore the importance of maintaining and protection our precious ecological heritage of the Bark River, wetlands and the marshes that surround it.
St. John’s Pond Park is a 3.5 acre park on the shores of Lake Nagawicka. The key features of this park are a Fishing Pier on Nagawicka lake, St. John’s pond, and the city owned Dam. There is a biking and hiking trail, picnic facilities, fishing area, restrooms, ice skating in the winter. Off street parking is available.
This park provides a good starting point to see the Veterans Memorial River Walk.
Additional parking is available at the post office accross the street.
Oakwood Community park is currently under development. It is a 30 acre parcel of land.
Olympic sized arena. Special public skating hours September through mid-April; call for hours. Services include skate rental, skate sharpening, lessons and gift certificates.
Lois Jensen Nature Preserve is a 30 acre wooded parcel in the northern most part of the City of Delafield. It is designated for passive use. Walking, nature viewing and ice fishing opportunities are offiered. Dogs on leash are welcome.
The Village of Nashotah, City of Delafield, and Lake Country School are currently working to develop a trail system connecting Dickton park to the school through the Nature Preserve.
The Ice Age Trail is a National Scenic Trail located entirely within Wisconsin. The trail is also one of 42 designated Wisconsin State Trails, and the only one specifically designated as a State Scenic Trail”. From Interstate State Park on the Minnesota border to Potawatomi State Park on Lake Michigan, the Ice Age Trail winds for more than 1,000 miles, following the edge of the last continental glacier in Wisconsin.
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Climb a 45-foot observation tower atop the highest point in Waukesha County (1,233 feet above sea level). Lapham Peak Unit’s glaciated topography provides excellent hiking, backpacking, and cross-country skiing on lighted trails.
In the fall, Lapham Peak offers fall color both close up and in panoramic views.
The Kettle Moraine and Lapham Peak were formed 10,000 years ago when a glacier covered much of Wisconsin. More than 1,000 acres of this hilly terrain are within the Lapham Peak boundaries. Lapham Peak has a variety of sights and activities to offer.
21.2 miles of hiking trails, including a portion of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail with a reservable backpack campsite
17.2 miles of cross-country ski trails (including 2.5 miles of lighted trails for night skiing). Snowmaking supplements the natural snow. Trails are groomed for both traditional and skate-style skiing.
5 miles of mountain bike trails easily accessible from the 115-mile Kettle Moraine Scenic Drive The trails wind through wooded hills and open meadows. Abundant bird life and wildlife can be observed from all trails, and guided bird hikes are held each spring. There are several prairie restoration sites and a butterfly garden.
There are picnic areas with three reservable shelter buildings.
All vehicles stopping in Lapham Peak must have a state park admission sticker. These stickers are available at the contact booth near the park entrance either from park staff or through the use of a self-registration deposit box.
443-acre park is nestled among rolling hills, woodlands, wetlands, and grasslands, offering habitat for deer, waterfowl, and a variety of songbirds.
Nature trails lead through easily identifiable landscape types that were created by the last glacial advance over 10,000 years ago. These landscape types are: a natural lake system, an oak forest, an oak savannah (an area sparsely populated with trees), a cedar glade, a floating leaf marsh, a meadow, a shallow marsh, and a deep marsh. Due to the variety of landscapes, Nashotah Park has an outstanding array of songbirds. The scenery comes alive with different colors for each season. The park continues to thrive in winter for cold-weather enthusiasts who treasure mornings and afternoons spent on miles of groomed cross-country ski and snowshoe trails.
RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Boating: Enjoy a day on Forest Lake in your boat, canoe, or kayak. This is a carry-in access only lake and only electric motors are allowed.
Fishing: Bring your fishing pole for an ideal family-oriented fishing opportunity. We encourage and support the catch and release of fish, so that many people can enjoy the excitement and thrill of catching Northern, Bass, Bluegill, Perch, or Crappies from the shores of Grass and Forest Lake.
Nature Hiking: Follow the nature or hiking trails through the eight distinct landscape types. There are many different levels for all hiking or walking enthusiasts.
Picnicking: Come for a quiet picnic at one of our family picnic areas or reserve a picnic shelter for your family reunion or business parties.
The Waukesha County Park System is a natural resource-based park system that demonstrates stewardship, while providing recreational and educational opportunities.
Sunset Bowl is a USBC-association bowling center that offers leagues and recreational bowling. Inside, there is an extensive selection of lanes, a pro shop, and a bar area featuring pool tables and darts. Its on-site bar, called Sporties, is a fun place to have food and cocktails.
Pontoons on the Move rents personal watercraft and luxury pontoon boats on several lakes in Waukesha County.
Offering bicycles and accessories, sales and service, repair and a whole array of adult bicycles and special needs bicycles.
The Center Court Sports Complex in Waukesha is Wisconsin’s premier and original sports facility with 50,000 square feet that can be set up to hold 5 full basketball courts, or 8 full volleyball courts, all on a top-of-the-line suspended wood floor.
The Delafield Fish Hatchery sports complex is an 11 acre park located in downtown Delafield. It borders the Bark River. It contains facilities for baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball, covered picnic shelter, and a playground.
We have the largest selection of live bait in the Midwest!
Located in the Amish Barn
Curves provides a complete workout in just 30 minutes with hydraulic resistance strength training which allows you to perform cardiovascular and strength training at the same time.
We focus on helping individuals reach their fitness and wellness goals. Our state-of-the-art equipment and facility are complimented by our professional staff commited to serving you with enthusiasm.
Well known for its swimming beach located around a man made lake. Families can enjoy a day of swimming, pedal boating or scuba diving. Year around, walkers can enjoy the paved trail that curves around the lake.