Programs & Services

Park Office

North End of Park

Located at Whitewater Valley Visitor Center

Visitor Center

Whitewater Valley Visitor Center

The Center has three public use areas including a Trail Center, Auditorium, and Interpretive Exhibits.

Interpretive Exhibit

Visitor Center

The Center features an exhibit on land use in the Whitewater Valley and a watershed exhibit with its live brook, brown and rainbow trout. Nearby is Elba Fire Tower with exhibits.

Naturalist Programs

Year-Round

A variety of programs from rattlesnakes to caves to fossils are offered year-round. In addition, arrangements for school and group programs can be made by calling the park.

Historic Site

Elba Fire Tower & CCC/WPA-built structures

The Elba Fire Tower is located just east of town of the town of Elba about 2 miles from the park. Also be sure to see the CCC/WPA built historic structures in park. Ask for a brochure.

Tours

Marnach House Visits

Special seasonal tours to the Marnach House are offered. Ask at park for more information.

Gift Shop

1/2 Mile South of the Whitewater Valley Visitor Center on Hwy 74

Nature Store carries a variety of products including gift items, park specific shirts, mugs, hats, books, cameras, film and camper amenities. Contact park office for Nature Store hours.

Groceries

Within 3-8 Miles

Groceries available in towns of Elba, Altura and St. Charles.

Rentals

Snowshoes

Available at Visitor Center during office hours 8-4 during winter season.

Firewood

At Visitor Center

Available year-round.

Ice Sales

Nature Store

Available April to October.

Restaurant

Within 3-8 Miles

Restaurants available in towns of Elba, Altura and St. Charles.

Public Phones

3 Phones

Pay phones (calling card/credit card only) available at Whitewater Visitor Center, swimming beach and group center.

Other

Geocaching Wildlife Safari Demo Park

Bring your own GPS unit or use one of the park's hand-held units for free. As time permits, park staff will be available to give you helpful tips and geocaching information.