Parks and Playgrounds in Wausau

1200 North River Drive, Wausau, WI 54403

Riverlife is a riverfront park with a playground, paved paths, exercise stations and a splash pad. Local trail coverage highlights its playground, river seating and ice-cream stand along the River Edge Parkway.

1201 Stewart Avenue, Wausau, WI 54401

Marathon Park is a large park with playgrounds, walking trails, sports courts and the Marathon Park splash pad. Local coverage also notes its miniature train and concessions at Marathon Junction.

401 North Third Street, Wausau, WI 54403

The 400 Block is a downtown public square with a paved path, open play area and interactive fountain. Local visitor coverage describes it as a place for children to use the splash pad and for community events under its concert canopy.

800 Garfield Avenue, Wausau, WI 54401

Marathon Junction is a recreation facility with an interactive fountain and splash pad, picnic areas and accessible pathways. Its official listing identifies it as a place for seasonal water play and gathering.

500 River Drive, Wausau, WI 54403

Oak Island Park has playground equipment, walking trails, a paved path, fishing access and a boat landing. Local trail information notes that the River Edge Parkway passes the park, while visitors also use the adjoining skatepark.

500 River Drive, Wausau, WI 54403

Isle of Ferns is a small island park with walking trails, a gravel path and open play space. Visitor reviews describe it as a peaceful place for a short loop walk, with river views and wildlife along the trails.

600 Stewart Island, Wausau, WI 54403

Barker-Stewart Island Park is a wooded island park on the Wisconsin River with gravel walking paths and interpretive signs. The city describes its half-mile stroll as a way to see the island’s history, river views and renewable-energy infrastructure.

204 West Scott Street, Wausau, WI 54403

Big Bull Falls Park is a city park beside the Wisconsin River and a starting point for the Barker-Stewart Island interpretive walk. The city points visitors to the trail for its river views, island history and connection across the bridge from downtown.

100 Sherman Street, Wausau, WI 54401

The River Edge Parkway is a paved walking and biking trail along the Wisconsin River, with routes connecting to Oak Island Park and other riverside areas. The city describes it as a year-round trail with different distance options for walkers and cyclists.