# Lake Park & Bradford Beach: Lake Michigan Winter Ice Formations & Ravines > Place to go for families in the Milwaukee–Waukesha area (WI). Times are Central Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Lake Park, 2975 N Lake Park Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53211 - Ages: All ages; paved blufftop walking paths are stroller-accessible - Price: Free admission to park grounds and lakeside trails; free parking in park lots - Organizer: Milwaukee County Parks & Lake Park Friends - Official page: https://county.milwaukee.gov/EN/Parks/Explore/Parks/North/Lake-Park - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/milwaukee/activities/lake-park-and-bradford-beach-lake-michigan-winter-ice-formations-and-r--listing-b7487865008842311ed2a6a2 ## About Designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, Lake Park is a 138-acre scenic treasure crowning the high bluffs above Lake Michigan on Milwaukee's East Side. During winter, sub-zero winds shape Lake Michigan's waters into dramatic ice shelf formations, pancake ice, and miniature ice volcanoes along Bradford Beach below. Families can wander along paved blufftop paths to gaze across the icy lake, explore winding wooded ravines spanned by historic brick and stone footbridges, and visit the historic North Point Lighthouse. Nearby, the park pavilion offers a warm sanctuary where visitors can rest, use restrooms, and purchase hot drinks. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved upper promenade pathways are cleared of snow and easily stroller-accessible; steep ravine stairs should be avoided with wheels. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Park pavilion warming areas and adjacent rest facilities provide indoor seating, warmth, and restrooms with changing tables. • Age Suitability: Wonderful for all ages; children enjoy exploring stone bridges and viewing frozen wave sculptures along the lakefront. • Sensory Tips: Invigorating crisp lake breezes and dramatic views of frozen waves; dress warmly with windbreakers and hats. ## Similar picks in Milwaukee - [Humboldt Park Ice Skating Lagoon & Winter Pavilion](https://grassyknees.com/milwaukee/activities/humboldt-park-ice-skating-lagoon-and-winter-pavilion--listing-70e94c3bcb436ee8a62e0c71) — Open on its own schedule · Humboldt Park · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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