The park contains a statue of Leif Erikson, donated to the city in 1887 to honor the Norwegian heritage of many early settlers.
The Juneau Cabin was originally located at the intersection of North Water and East Michigan Streets before its preservation and relocation.
The park is part of a larger chain of public green spaces designed by the landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted’s firm.
The bluffs provide a natural elevation point that offers unobstructed views of the Milwaukee Art Museum’s Burke Brise Soleil.
Juneau Park is a prominent bluff-top green space in downtown Milwaukee overlooking Lake Michigan. The park spans a significant stretch of the coastline, featuring tiered lawns and paved walking paths. It is named after Solomon Juneau, the founder of Milwaukee and the city's first mayor. The landscape includes the historic Juneau Cabin, a log structure relocated to the park that dates back to the 1830s. The site serves as a vital pedestrian connection between the downtown district and the lakefront. Mature trees provide substantial canopy coverage throughout the central sections of the grounds. The park functions as a major venue for local outdoor festivals and community events during the warmer months.
The eastern edge overlooking the lake near the Solomon Juneau statue provides the best panoramic view of the coastline.
Walk the Oak Leaf Trail segment that passes through the park to connect with other lakefront attractions.
Bring binoculars if visiting in spring or fall, as the park is a known stopover point for migratory birds.
The park can get windy due to its elevation above the lake, so pack an extra layer even on sunny days.
Do not attempt to walk down the steep, unmarked bluff edges to reach the lake, as the terrain is unstable.
Stay on marked paths to protect the bluff vegetation and follow local carry-in, carry-out trash policies.
