Photo by Andrew Pirrung
More than a walk in the woods
Experience one of the Midwest’s most biologically diverse ecosystems, where kids hike for free, and trails are open from dawn til dusk.
Always something to do
All Events-
Get to Know The Ridges
Mondays and Saturdays starting in May -
Naturalist Chats
July 18, 2026 -
Walk & Talk with Ridges Research Team | July
July 20, 2026 -
Barberry Pirates Workday
July 21, 2026 -
Woods & Water: Exploring Logan Creek
July 22, 2026 -
Tiny Trekkers
July 23, 2026 -
Free Fridays
July 24, 2026 -
89th Annual Meeting of The Ridges Sanctuary
August 01, 2026 -
Logan Creek Stewardship Workdays
August 06, 2026 -
Evening Hikes
August 07, 2026 -
Night Hike on the Boardwalk! August
August 07, 2026 -
Walk & Talk with Ridges Research Team | August
August 17, 2026
There’s magic when land preservation, education, and research come together.
What started as 30 acres has grown from a local gem in Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin to a national treasure – with international appeal and members in all 50 states.
1,700+
Acres preserved
2,600
Boardwalk feet (ft.)
30
Ridges and swales
29
Unique orchid species
News from the Ridges & Swales
Nature Notes: Why Boardwalks Matter – Protecting Fragile Habitats
If you are a wanderer of The Ridges trail systems, particularly in the ridges and swales, you’ve probably noted the relatively high number of boardwalks (roughly 25 in total), and the recent progress staff and volunteers have made on replacing ones that have shown their age.
Nature Notes: What Makes an Orchid an Orchid?
In The News: The Northern Long-Eared Bat
Nature Notes: Protecting Rare Ecosystems
