Wakanda Park

"I lived a terrific part of my youth in Menomonie. The lake and beach were a big part of our life. This was in the ‘60s when the water had a green tint but outside of a couple of days late in the summer it was a great place to swim, boat and fish. Lake Menomon shares the same problem with many lakes in WI. Farm runoff gives the algae the nutrients it needs to thrive."

"Nice place, just not used to its potential unfortunately"

"We love the pool at Wakanda Park! There is something for all ages. It is safe and well cared for."

"A large park with many different features and a great historical significance for Menomonie. Most of the original Wakanda park is out under water from the beach, destroyed by the Menomonie hometown leadership for the purpose of a larger lake and deeper lake that would draw tourists and dollars. From the high mounds on the south end, while most were lost from the lake level raising, other remnants of the old park might still be found today. Nearby other things of interest, the waterpark, the Lions Club game park, many baseball fields, and the elementary school that sits on the site of an old drive-in movie theater, as well as the Dunn County historical society, all add to the large expansive recreational treasure of Wakanda park. Vehicle traffic speed has diminished the enjoyment of the park."

"This is the park my family used to go to when I was younger. My Father's side of the family came from Menominie and we would often meet relatives here for a picnic. In fact I'm pretty sure there a pics of my Father when he was younger, at this same park. I love to come here and just sit down by the lake."