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"Preserve Today, Protect Tomorrow."
"Preserve Today, Protect Tomorrow."
Sandhill Wildlife Area
Sandhill Wildlife Area
The 9,150-acre State Wildlife Area was named for a series of gently rolling sandy ridges crisscrossing the property. Sandhill Wildlife Area lies within the bed of ancient Glacial Lake Wisconsin - an expansive region of flat, marshy land interspersed with forests covering parts of seven counties in central Wisconsin. (From Wisconsin DNR)
How You Can Help
How You Can Help
Support educational programs by sponsoring activities and seminars.
Purchase or share nature-themed books, hats and pamphlets.
Contribute to improving Sandhill’s programs, facilities, and trails.
Become A Member
Become A Member
Join Us in Preserving Sandhill Wildlife Area!
As a Friends of Sandhill, you'll play a vital role in:
Supporting environmental education programs.
Contributing to wildlife conservation.
Enhancing public outreach and community engagement.
OBSERVATION TOWERS: Sandhill features three observation towers offering unique views of bison ranges, marshlands, and scenic bluffs. Each tower highlights different parts of the property and local wildlife—perfect for nature lovers and photographers.
OBSERVATION TOWERS: Sandhill features three observation towers offering unique views of bison ranges, marshlands, and scenic bluffs. Each tower highlights different parts of the property and local wildlife—perfect for nature lovers and photographers.
BISON BARRENS TOWER
BISON BARRENS TOWER
The first observation tower on the Trumpeter Trail overlooks the 260-acre fenced bison range.
Visitors can view a small herd of 12 to 20 bison grazing in the oak barrens habitat.
The Bison Barrens are vibrant with blue, yellow, white, and orange wildflowers throughout the growing season.
The Bluebird Nest Box Trail offers opportunities to see bluebirds and other wildlife.
Additional wildlife visible from the tower includes badgers, red-tailed hawks, eastern kingbirds, coyotes, and deer.
(From Wisconsin DNR)
NORTH BLUFF TOWER
NORTH BLUFF TOWER
North Bluff Tower is closed due to safety concerns.
The second observation tower provides a panoramic view of nearby bluffs and the surrounding countryside.
Visitors can see the sandstone escarpment to the south and west.
The landscape includes remnants of an ancient seafloor that once covered North Bluff.
Migrating birds, including turkey vultures, are frequently seen soaring on thermal updrafts.
The tower offers a clear vantage point to observe the rugged terrain shaped by wind, water, and glaciers.
(From Wisconsin DNR)
GALLAGHER MARSH TOWER
GALLAGHER MARSH TOWER
The third observation tower is located in a secluded corner of the 2,200-acre Gallagher Marsh.
Visitors can park in a small lot and take a short hike to the tower for an unobstructed view of Sandhill's marshlands.
During spring and fall, the area is home to large flocks of Sandhill cranes, geese, ducks, and various wetland wildlife.
(From Wisconsin DNR)
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