Park Projects & FAQs 2023

•  Fox River Park Improvements - Phase 2: River Access
•  Monches Property Reforestation Project

Completed:
• Nashotah Park Native Prairie Restoration Project - complete 
• Nagawicka Lake Access Launch and Parking Lot Reconstruction - complete

Fox River Park Improvements - Phase 2: River Access

Updated Feb 7, 2024 • subject to change

Completed: In December 2022, phase one of the Fox River Park Improvement project was completed with initial streambank stabilization and restoration work done.

Next: Work is now underway on project phase two, which will include the development of an ADA-accessible kayak launch, ADA-accessible fishing pier/overlook structure, and pathway. 

Temporary closure: River Access Area

• Closed through 2023: project area and carry-in watercraft access
• Avoid areas marked with tape and barricades to allow them to recover.
• Open for your use: existing paved trails and access from the parking lot
• Tip: Find an alternate location to launch your carry-in watercraft on the Fox River on the Fabulous Fox River Trail site. (Fox River Park launch is located at river mile 171.9.)

Phase 2 Project Timeline (subject to change):

Concepts:

Monches Property Reforestation Project

The Monches Property Reforestation Project is 33% complete (view full project info)! 

Goal: To plant a diversity of shrubs and trees along the Oconomowoc River Greenway to reduce pollution from agricultural land and improve water quality. The project is being completed in partnership with the Oconomowoc Watershed Protection Program (OWPP). 

This large-scale project is supported by donations to the Parkland Conservation Fund. 

• Monches Area Map
• Parkland Conservation Fund

Nashotah Park Native Prairie Restoration / No-Mow Area Project - complete Jan 2024

The Nashotah Park Native Prairie Restoration Project is complete! Learn More About the Project. 

Project goal: Restore the old agricultural fields within the park to native prairie to create pollinator habitat. The native plantings will provide habitat for birds, pollinators, and other insects. The beauty of blooming flowers will also add to the natural beauty of Nashotah Park.

This large-scale project is supported by donations to the Parkland Conservation Fund. 

• FAQ Document
• Parkland Conservation Fund

Nagawicka Lake Access Launch and Parking Lot Reconstruction Project - completed Dec 2023

Updated Sept 8, 2023 • Info subject to change. 

New phase begins Sept 25, 2023

Nagawicka Lake access parking lot and Beach House sidewalk to close on Tuesday, September 5, 2023.

Reconstruction of the parking lot and sidewalk on the north and east side of the Beach House will be ongoing through late fall. It is anticipated that the area will reopen in late 2023 for winter lake access. Pedestrian Access will be provided from the existing boardwalk to the playground, beach and south doors of the beach house.

Be aware of construction equipment and activities in the area.

Alternatives:
• City of Delafield public boat launch (view location). Open to the public; parking only for registered City of Delafield residents. More info: Contact Delafield City Clerk’s office (view contact)
• Waukesha County Parks Lake Access on Pewaukee Lake, Nemahbin Lake, and School Section Lakes. Your annual membership is valid at these locations. Not a member? Join us! 

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Nagawicka Lake boat launch's north ramps are reopened and south ramps remain open for your use. Contractors completed the reconstruction of the north boat ramps, and have re-graded and stabilized all boat ramps. Thank you for pardoning our dust!

Next: As part of the Wisconsin DNR Statewide Recreational Boating Facilities Grant Program, Nagawicka Lake Boat Launch parking lot is set for construction this fall (after Labor Day) with a temporary closure September - December 2023. Updates to follow.

Tip: Lake Access Annual Memberships grant members access also to Waukesha County lake access facilities on Pewaukee, Nemahbin, and School Section Lakes.  

• • Project FAQs