Established in 1952, Aztalan State Park wasn’t identified as a National Historic Landmark until 1964; it would be two more years after that before it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The gorgeous 172-acre park can be found in Jefferson County along the Crawfish River. Its most popular aspect is the remnants of an ancient Mississippian culture settlement which flourished there between the 10th and 13th centuries. You’ll still be able to see and walk the steps on the eastern face of the largest platform mound which remains; the earthwork mounds were initially created for political and religious purposes by the indigenous people. You can spend your time there exploring the archeological marvel, hiking, picnicking, hunting, trapping, cross-country skiing, or fishing, boating, canoeing, or kayaking on Crawfish River.
Address: N6200 County Rd Q, Jefferson, WI 53549, Phone: 920-648-8774
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