www.visitwashingtoncounty.com 2009-10 Washington County Visitors Guide Page 21 in & around Washington County Parks Kettle Moraine State Forest - Pike Lake Unit* The observation tower on Powder Hill, a 1350 ft ASL glacial Kame, offers panoramic views of the forests unique glacial topography - part of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail - Swimming and camping. 262-670-3400 - www.wiparks.net
Richfield Parks* Richfield provides various recreational opportunities throughout our multiple community parks. Our parks include trails, baseball fields, soccer fields, picnicking areas, playground equipment, and volleyball, basketball, & tennis courts. The park system also consists of the Richfield Historical Park and the new Richfield Nature Preserve, which includes an observation deck overlooking Holy Hill. Pleasevisit ourWeb site www.richfieldwi.gov or give us a call at 262-628-2260 for more information. Slinger Parks* Our park system in Slinger has been growing rapidly over the last 5years. Currently Slinger has five parks in its system. Our parks provide everything from little league baseball and softball to an enjoy- able aquatic experience at the award winning Fireman’s Park Annex Beach. Please check out our Web site at www.slinger-wi-usa.org/recreation or call us at 262-644-5265 for more information.   Washington County Park System* With more than a dozen parks and over1200 acres of parkland, “Thereis something for everyone with- in the Washington County Park System.” Glaciers shaped the rolling hills and lakes that provide all types of recreational opportunities, for example hiking, picnicking, swimming, disc golf, soccer fields, cross- country skiing, nature/cultural trails, canoeing and fishing. The park system also has a championship golf course designed by Arthur Hills and operated by the Golf Section of the Planning and Parks Department. www.co.washington.wi.us or call 262-335-4445. West Bend’s Park System* The City of West Bend's Park System provides a diverse environment with its parks, rivers, ponds, wetlands, rental buildings, sport complexes, picnic areas and beautiful riverwalk. With its 19 devel- oped parks and over1231acres of scenic parkland and creative recreational programs, West Bend is the gem of Washington County. New in 2006, is the addition of the Quaas Creek Park Riverwalk, which meanders through forest, wetlands and prairies. It features asphalt pathways, one-third mile of boardwalk, Native American bird effigy mounds and a canoe launch. Also, in Regner Park you can enjoy the Labyrinth Garden Earth Sculpture, which is an interactive community garden. Completely built by volunteers, this garden provides a tranquil walk to the center where one can enjoy a quiet moment among the beautiful flowers.  Discover what the City of West Bend has to offer you, by vis- iting our Web site at www.ci.west-bend.wi.us or call 262-335-5080.   Fireman’s Park Annex Beach Pike Lake State Park RegnerPark - West Bend View from Glacier Hills Co. Park - Friess Lake Heritage Park * Business is a WCCVB Partner