Changing stalls, toilets and a play area are found adjacent to the beach. Picnic areas complete with grills, tables, water pumps, picnic shelters and playground equipment are located in the same area. A volleyball court and horseshoe pits have also been installed for visitor use. The Buckhorn Wildlife Area is managed to encourage and preserve wildlife and plant communities typically found in central Wisconsin. Canada geese, herons, sandhill cranes, ducks, muskrats, beavers, otters and mink, all frequent the marshes and sloughs.
Uplands are home to whitetail deer, coyotes, wild turkeys, and even an occasional black bear.
Hawks and owls hunt remnant prairies and mixed oak-pine stands in search of mice, snakes, insects and other prey. We encourage you to explore these areas. Personal experience with nature has no substitute. Buckhorn also offers a rare chance to enjoy camping in a wilderness setting. Our backpack campsites are all secluded and located near the water.