Chad Erickson Memorial Park

A wooden arched bridge spans a calm body of water, reflecting the lush green trees and blue sky on the opposite bank.

Fishing Pond and Walking Bridge to trail access! 

Chad Erickson Memorial Park was created as a tribute to Chad Erickson, a young outdoor enthusiast and skilled fisherman who died in 1995 at age 15. The park also contains a favorite place of Chad’s, the Vietnam Veterans Pond. The pond, which has been dredged, aerated and stocked with fish, has wheelchair accessible platforms for fishing. The 22.5 acre park and playground are also wheelchair accessible. The redevelopment of the park has been a community project and is intended to provide pleasure and discovery for everyone. It is a place for remembrance and celebration.

Location

3601 Park Lane Drive, La Crosse, WI 54601  View Map

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A wooden boardwalk curves through a lush forest with tall trees and dense green foliage on either side.

Chad Erickson Boardwalk

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Sign for Chad Erickson Memorial Park & Vietnam Veterans Pond, est. 2012.

Chad Erickson Memorial Park Sign

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A paved path winds through a park with tall green grass on either side, leading to a bench under a large tree. Lush green trees and a utility pole are visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Chad Erickson Greenery

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A blue metal bench sits on a paved path next to a covered picnic area with picnic tables and a small stream with lush green trees in the background.

Chad Erickson Pavilion

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A playground featuring a large fish-shaped climbing structure, a small playhouse, and colorful hopscotch squares on the ground, set against a backdrop of lush green trees and a clear blue sky.

Chad Erickson Playground

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A paved walking path curves alongside a calm lake surrounded by trees and lush greenery under a bright blue sky.

Chad Erickson South Pond

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A paved walking path curves through a dense forest with tall trees and lush green foliage.

Chad Erickson Walkway

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A wooden gazebo with a bench sits beside a calm lake surrounded by lush green trees and dry, dead trees under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

Chad Erickson Mediation Area

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A wooden arched bridge spans a calm body of water, reflecting the lush green trees and blue sky on the opposite bank.

Chad Erickson Bridge

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Features

  • Bike Racks
  • Bike Share Station
  • Disabled Parking Spaces
  • Drinking Fountains
  • Fishing Access
  • Green Space
  • Indoor Bathrooms
  • Lighting
  • Memorial
  • Off Street Parking
  • Open Air Shelter
  • Playground
  • Power
  • Programming
  • Reservable Space
  • Scenic View
  • Trail Access

Hours

City of La Crosse parks are open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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