I visited Buescher State Park for the first time this past week and was very impressed! Checking in at the headquarters was very easy and the staff was friendly.

I was visiting for the day to get some hiking in and I was impressed by the trails in this park. There are 2 main trails, a loop trail and an out and back trail. Both of the trails were well maintained and well marked along the way. I saw quite a few people on the out and back trail with their kids and their pups, but I didn't see anyone else on the trail when I did the loop.

Despite it being December, there was still quite a few living trees and plants that were thriving in the sunlight. I saw a lot of caterpillars, butterflies, and dragonflies while on my hike.

The park offers different camping options from screened shelters to RV hookups and camping (with electric, water, and primitive). I did notice that those who are in the sheltered cabins and RV sites are quite a ways away from the trail heads, so if you're wanting to hike the trails, you'd have to either bike or drive up to the trailhead or you'll get quite a hike in before even starting the hike.

For those in the tent camping area, it wasn't a far distance at all. I like that there was primitive, walk-in camp sites that were more secluded than the others, but also, no more than a 3 minute walk to the car if you needed something.

There's also water rentals (kayaks and canoes I believe) and fishing options on the lake. I didn't utilize either of those, but when I checked in, I was informed the lake was open and rentals were available.

There was also a well-maintained children's playground and amphitheater that I drove by to get to the trailhead.

I'll definitely be back to this park and recommend it to anyone interested in enjoying some time outdoors.