With the exception of a small area of tamarack and swamp hardwoods on the north end, the forest type is upland hardwood forest, dominated by sugar maple and red oak. Next in importance is basswood with smaller amounts of white ash, bitternut hickory, ironwood, and red maple. The forest understory is open with few shrubs, a rich spring flora, and a variety of ferns. Land Control - DNR Parks and Recreation. Manager-Superintendent, Northern Unit Kettle Moraine State Forest, Box 410, Campbellsport, WI 53010.
Management consists of litter removal near the road.
The land was purchased in 1947 to prevent imminent logging. Intensive public use had developed a maze of hiking-bridal trails that were causing erosion. These have been eliminated. The site was designated a state natural area in November 1952. A plant species list and breeding bird survey are on file.