Built in 1945, the Kimberly Point Lighthouse, also known as the Neenah Light, is a historic landmark guiding boats on Lake Winnebago. While not open for tours, visitors can enjoy the scenic views from the park or fish from the lighthouse deck. Interestingly, the lighthouse also served as a comfort station for the park. Here's a brief history of the Kimberly Point Lighthouse: Constructed in 1945 using brick and Haydite block, funded by J.C. Kimberly, a prominent paper manufacturer. Originally 40 feet tall, raised to 49 feet in 1954 for better visibility. Listed on the National Register of Historic...
Read moreThis park is on the edge of 🚣♀️Lake Winnebago flowing into the 🏞️Fox River Neenah Channel. Great spot to fish🎣, boat watch⛵🛥️🚤 or 🛶kayak up to! 🚻Bathrooms and 🅿️parking available. 🧺Picnic tables and benches🪑 are around to relax and enjoy. Kids can play around the open space🏈🏐 and this is a Pokemon Go🦔 destination. 🚨Lighthouse💡 is a beautiful focal point. The Lake Winnebago Lakeshore 🚶♀️walking/biking🚴♂️ path runs through the park. Walking distance to 🎨🖼️Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass👨🎨👩🎨🧑🎨 and...
Read moreGreat place to catch a sunrise. However, be prepared to be approached by the PD, and made to feel as if you are crossing over the border into Czechoslovakia during the Cold War without your papers. Besides that, the park provides a breathtaking view over Lake Winnebago as the sun rises, giving hope and reassurance of yet another day in the Covid/To be or Not to be Vaccinated/My mask is Louis Vuitton while yours is Great Value.....World! But seriously....Catch a sunrise here! You won't...
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