On this page: The latest updates about closures and other impacts at Waukesha County beaches, dog exercise areas, lake access, recreational trails, and more. With questions, phone 262-548-7801 weekdays 8:15 am - 4 pm.

New Berlin Trail

Use Caution

• A section of the trail east of Hwy 164 is partially flooded.
• Please use caution when crossing.

Naga-Waukee Park

Beach Playground

• Playground is closed for repairs until further notice

Naga-Waukee Park and Ride Parking Lot Construction

• Construction on the state owned portion of the parking lot (East side) will begin in May and run through August of 2024.
• This project is being completed by the WISDOT.
• For more information, please visit https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/projects/by-region/se/94resurfacing/default.aspx
  
• To view a map of the affected area, please click here: ParkRideNagawaukee.pdf

 Future Beach House Closure

• The Naga-Waukee Beach House will be closed from September 9, 2024 – January 31, 2025. 

• No showers or plumbed restrooms will be available for public use during this time. 
• An additional portable toilet facility will be placed near the beach house during this closure.
  

Mukwonago Park

Shower Facility Construction

• April - July 2024
• Shower facility located at the beach will undergo construction for the addition of two new restrooms.
• Starting mid-May, at least one shower should be open throughout construction, however there will be brief occasions when all showers will be closed.

Menomonee Park

Paving Reconstruction Projects

• Paving reconstruction projects are anticipated to start after Labor Day, September 3, 2024 through late October 2024.
• Access into and throughout the park will be maintained, but please be aware there will be construction activity, equipment in the area, and possible alternate routes.
• Paving will take place along the entrance road to the Dog Exercise Area parking lot, the intersection by Archery, between the beach and Picnic Area #3, and in the park's northeast corner.

Dog Exercise Area #1 becomes "All Breed Area"

We’re excited to unveil the “All Breed” Dog Exercise Area at Menomonee Park, a space for dogs of every breed and size to come together for exercise, socialization, and play.

• Find the “All Breed Area” right by the Large Breed and Small Breed Areas (view map)
• Enter via Gate #2
• Dog Exercise Area rules (view rules) govern use of the All Breed Area
• No change: Dog Exercise Area #2 for Large Breeds; Dog Exercise Area #3 for Small Breeds

Note: Park users will encounter signs directing users of the Small Breed Area to a designated parking lot for easy access to Gate 3.

Mountain Bike Trails at Minooka Park

Trails are Open.

Fox River Park

Complete: Phase one of the "Fox River Park Improvements Capital Project" - reconstructed shoreline.

Monday, June 24 through the end of July: Phase two - ADA-accessible kayak launch, ADA-accessible fishing pier, overlook structure, and access path (view project details). Thank you for your patience as we work to complete these improvements.

• A portion of the parking lot will be closed for contractor equipment staging.
• Portions of the existing trail will be detoured to avoid the construction.
• Please stay out of the construction areas and follow indicated detours.

Bugline Trail

Brush Mowing

Brush mowing with heavy equipment is taking place along many sections of the trail throughout July.

Nashotah Park

No alerts at this time.

Lake Country Trail

No alerts at this time.

Beer Gardens 

No alerts at this time.

Muskego Park

No alerts at this time.

Fox River Trail 

No alerts at this time. 

Naga-Waukee Golf Course

No alerts at this time.

Waukesha Bypass Trail

No alerts at this time.

Minooka Park

No alerts at this time.

Retzer Nature Center

No alerts at this time.

Berg Property (Mukwonago River Greenway)

No alerts at this time.

Dog Exercise Areas

Bridle Trails

Bridle trails open May 1 - November 1 (as conditions allow). Trails may close due to surface conditions. 
Note: Bridle Trails are "shared use paths." Your consideration of fellow users is appreciated.

Nagawicka Lake Access at Naga-Waukee Park

No alerts at this time.