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Richard Bong State Recreation Area

Stay active at the Richard Bong State Recreation Area. Encompassing 4,515-acres, the recreation area is a prime example of Wisconsin's beautiful landscape. Comprised of wetlands, woodlands, and grasslands, the area is a prime destination for any nature lover. Once you've parked your car rental Milwaukee vehicle, get out and enjoy the park. You can stay active with the area's great hiking, skiing, and biking trails. Open year round, the Richard Bong State Recreation Area is perfect for bird watchers and wildlife enthusiasts. If you are visiting in the summer, pack a picnic and make sure to bring your bathing suit. Swimming areas are readily available inside the recreation area.

Hike through the great Outdoors

When you arrive at the Richard Bong State Recreation Area with car rental Milwaukee, get ready to experience Wisconsin's wild side. The park boasts over 16 miles of hiking trails. Keep your eyes peeled for some Wisconsin wildlife. Make sure you put a pair of comfortable shoes in your car rental Milwaukee vehicle. The recreation area has some of the regions most scenic hiking trails. Most trails are close to a mile in length and include animal viewing points. The region is also perfect for biking and cross-country skiing. So relax! Breathe in some fresh Wisconsin air and experience the great outdoors.

It's time to roast some marshmallows

If you love camping and a tasty marshmallow or hot dog, the Richard Bong State Recreation Area is perfect for you. Put your tent up and build a welcoming fire. You and your car rental Milwaukee companions can enjoy a fun sing along or tell ghost stories all night. The campsite includes 217 sites, 54 of which feature electrical hookups. So pack your camping gear and enjoy. Once you've set up your site, take some time to go hiking, fishing, or just sit around and laugh with your friends. Mayfair car rental Milwaukee will get you there in style. Once you've arrived, the fun is up to you. Don't worry though; the Richard Bong State Recreation Area has plenty of options to keep you occupied.

What's in a name?

In a country known for honoring its heroes, the Richard Bong State Recreation Area is no exception. The Area is named after the United States' top air ace in World War II - Richard Bong. Major Richard Bong shot down 40 Japanese fighter planes during World War II and was awarded the Medal of Honor. Still regarded as one of the country's greatest war heroes, Richard Bong died during a crash landing in 1945. Make sure you spread the story of this great man the next time you visit the Richard Bong State Recreation Area with Mayfair car rental Milwaukee.

Getting there is easy

When you step inside your car rental Milwaukee vehicle, cheer up, the drive to the Richard Bong State Recreation Area won't be difficult. Only 40 miles from Milwaukee, your drive will be a short one too. As you cruise down the highway, roll your windows down and take in some scenery. When you depart Milwaukee, get on I-94 South. Get off at the Highway 142 exit (you're getting close). Head west nine miles and you are at the Richard Bong State Recreation Area. With Mayfair car rental Milwaukee, your drive will be comfortable and safe. Head out of the city and find out what Wisconsin is really about.

Bundle Up - It's a winter wonderland

Don't just travel in the summer; visit Wisconsin with Mayfair car rental Milwaukee at any time of year. The Richard Bong State Recreation Area offers some of Kenosha County's best winter activities. Go ice skating or sledding, cross-country skiing or ice fishing. You winter dreams can come true in Wisconsin. So bundle up and enjoy the Richard Bong State Recreation Area with Mayfair car rental Milwaukee.