Rib Mountain State Park
Dedicated to improve, preserve, and promote
COME VISIT RIB MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
The Friends of Rib Mountain State Park is a non-profit organization dedicated to the betterment of the park. Located in Wausau, Wisconsin, we invite you to experience all that Rib Mountain has to offer – take a stroll up Park Road, hike the many trails the park has to offer, climb the observation tower for a fantastic view of the surrounding area, come listen to our summer concerts, or attend one of our many naturalist programs about wildlife or area history. And please contact the Friends of Rib Mountain State Park if you have program or event suggestions, or would like to join the Friends group.

ABOUT RIB MOUNTAIN
Established as a state park in 1934. Rib Mountain is the third highest point in Wisconsin at 1,942 feet above sea level and, at 741 feet above the surrounding terrain, and is the tallest hill in Wisconsin.

EVENTS
We organize a variety of fun events throughout the year, some active and some that are entertainment.

ABOUT THE FRIENDS
The Friends of Rib Mountain is a group of volunteers working in collaboration with the DNR to improve, preserve, and promote Rib Mountain State Park.

CONCESSION STAND
The Top of the Rib concession stand is managed by the Friends of Rib Mountain. Stop by to view all the items for sale. All proceeds benefit park programs and operations.

PARK FACILITIES
With our park facilities available to the public, we can help make your next wedding or event, one you will never forget.

PARK MAPS
View the PDF or interactive maps to orient yourself to the park facilities and trails.

In every walk with nature
one receives far more than he seeks
JOHN MUIR