The Village of Summit owns and maintains four parks that offer a variety of amenities for Village residents and visitors to enjoy. Village parks are open per Village Code Sec 22-3 from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 pm Park restrooms and facilities are open from April 15 through October 15 each year, depending on weather. Pets are allowed in Village Parks and must be kept on a leash at all times, except in designated areas.
Trail access to Bark River for canoe and kayak use
Pavilion with picnic tables
Open play area
Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
The Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan is:
A framework for the continual improvement of the Village’s park and open space system, taking into consideration our existing and future residents and community visitors.
An up-to-date plan ensures that the Village is eligible for State and Federal park and recreation grants, specifically for a five year period after the plan has been accepted by the DNR.
This document works hand-in-hand with the Village’s long range plans, including the Master Plan, as well as with ordinances related to development. We wish to also be consistent with the State and County’s plans.
In summary, we want to take a look at our parks and rec planning with a fresh set of eyes to ensure we’re staying up to date with our community’s needs.
The Village of Summit is a unique place to Visit Stay & Play! We have four parks: Peter Prime Park, William Jones Subdivision Park, Genesee Lake Road Park and Atkins Olson Memorial Park. All parks are open for recreational use including a sledding hill at Genesee Lake Road Park (weather permitting).
The Village completed an update to its Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) in 2023. To view the complete CORP document, please select the link below.
2023 - 2027 Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
Parks Reservations
Park areas are available for reservation up to 12 months in advance. A Park Reservation Application & Permit must be approved and all applicable fees paid in full to secure a reservation. Fees are refundable if cancelled more than one business week from the date of a reservation, less a $15.00 processing fee. Reservations cancelled less than one business week from the date of a reservation will not be refunded. Reservation fees for Village of Summit residents are $50.00 per day, and non-resident fees are $75.00. 20-Amp electricity is available at Genesee Lake Road Park (Village Park) only.
Responsible drinking is permitted in most parks in accordance with Wisconsin Statutes with completion and approval of an Alcohol in Parks Permit. Park disturbances or the possibility of underage drinking will be addressed by the Village of Summit Police Department.
Please contact the Village Public Works Director at (262) 567-2757 or by email at [email protected]to request a reservation. To assist you with planning, approved park reservations may be viewed on the following online calendar: Village of Summit Park Reservations
Park or Public Property Vandalism
To report vandalism, please contact the Public Works Director at (262) 567-2757 or [email protected].
Volunteer Opportunities
The Village of Summit recognizes the benefits from financial, material, and labor contributions from local businesses, service clubs, and community groups. Donations assist the Public Works Department to extend services beyond the limits of Village funding.
Park Committee
The Village of Summit Park Committee was dissolved, effective June 2016. Contact the Village Public Works Director with any questions.
