Timm's Hill Observation Tower — Attraction in Town of Hill

Great views from the highest point in Wisconsin!

A short hike from the parking area to the tower, but still enough elevation to get the heart rate going. There are benches along the way if you need them.

The air quality was much better than my last visit (52 vs 196 AQI), which made for a much better viewing (and breathing) experience.

The place was packed! So many people coming to see the changing leaves, which were not quite peak yet. Another week or two should make for some spectacular views.

Well worth visiting, though you may have to wait a bit for a parking spot and to see the view from the top of the tower if you're visiting during peak color change season.

Be sure to sign the guest book in the mailbox at the base of the tower...

I had the entire county park to myself on a July Sunday evening at 6 pm. The park is open until dusk. It’s a 300 yard walk up to the observation tower with 150 foot altitude gain. The tower itself is probably another 150 feet. Very sturdy tower. Great panorama. There is an old fire observation tower next to it. The USGS marker is u see the center of the...

Beginning of October was a great time to visit with all the fall colors. Tower was a little busy (I got there around 1) but well worth it to see the changing leaves. If you want something quieter I recommend one of the nearby trails as well. I walked the quick park loop and didn't run into another person...