Reviews

Madelaine Gout

This was a really cool spot and I've been wanting to camp here for awhile! They have great trails and it took a few hours to hike through some of them. They also have a restroom/shower and sink which is convenient.

Juan Sauceda

We went a few times this week and loved it every single day we were there! The hikes are amazing and well worth the walk and shade also easy for 5 year old and up to walk it! Lots of cool spots to stop and let the kids play in their own little lake spot!

Zee Mattingly

Had a lovely walk on the trail here! Lots of wild roses, milkweed, horsetail, and other fun plants to identify! The views were absolutely stunning, I didn't get in the water but I definitely plan to next time I go. There were a lot of people there for a Wednesday afternoon, I was pleasantly surprised! Lots of kids playing on the splash zone.

Vogel Stefany

While the teens of ours were on the Whoa Zone obstacle course- we took a walk on one of the trails and came across a table in the water! It was a nice pit stop and place for the pup to get a little wet- without disturbing others! Plenty to do and see here just didn’t get many photos!

Andrea Laurain

Bathrooms showers camping basketball Paddleboard kayak rentals blow up water bounce fun nature trails fishing dog friendly

Estefany Fonst

"This place is ideal for a family day out. Admission is free and it has different areas to enjoy the outdoors. It's perfect for a family picnic, as there are picnic tables and charcoal grills. The views are beautiful and there's plenty of green space to run and play. There are also areas designed for children and a lake where you can rent boats for family fun. The setting is peaceful and relaxing, making it perfect for disconnecting from your daily routine and enjoying nature. It's definitely a place that offers many options for fun and relaxation in a natural setting. Highly recommended for families and nature lovers!"

Coby Yaklin

Had the best hike on the Lakeshore trail. Super well-kept trails. Lots of bathrooms. Beautiful views. Really enjoyed. Will be back.

Pete Sutliff

Once we actually found where to park in this large state park we enjoyed our hike around Wildwood Lake, but good luck finding your way there by GPS if you search for Holly Recreation Area. We got sent twice to a spot on different dirt roads with no trail access whatsoever. Do a search for Wildwood Lake instead. The trail markers also were poorly maintained or vandalized (see photos) but the trail itself was very enjoyable. We saw several sandhill cranes, and our first bluebirds of the year were a thrill. Also got to see a red-bellied woodpecker working on cracking a big nut. Lots of new plants sprouting up including skunk cabbage and marsh mallow, lots of mosses, lichen and fungi. Overall, it was a lot of trouble compared to other state parks to find our way there and then find our way around, but it was well worth it!

Javon Brouwers

Holly Recreation Area and Campground was a perfect place for our entire extended family to enjoy a long week camping. The campsites are spacious and surrounded by plenty of trees, offering privacy and shade on almost every site. The lake is perfect for swimming, fishing, and boating, with a boat launch and fishing pier available for easy access.