This Is NOT A Trail
This is not a trail. It started years ago on the bluffs at Devil's Lake State Park, when someone decided that rather than walking down to the trailhead about 50 yards away, they could cut through the forest to get…
Hikers Embrace Mud Season
Mud Season at Devil’s Lake State Park Updated March 2026. Spring at Devil’s Lake State Park in Wisconsin usually means wet trails. Snowmelt and rain settle into the low spots, especially where thousands of boots have already compacted the soil…
Risk & Rewards, Winter on the Bluffs
A bit of background firstMore people are hiking up the bluffs of Devil’s Lake State Park than ever, and more social media channels are promoting it. Thing is, just like calling Pewit’s Nest SNA a “swimming hole”, they aren’t doing…
Visiting During the “Slow Season”
Even though fall is winding down, there's still great hiking to do at Devil's Lake. Keep in mind, when you come in the fall/winter, many of the park's facilities are shut down for the season. Bathrooms We mentioned this in…
October In The Valley
One of the best shows of color at Devil’s Lake State Park is when the south valley below the East Bluff reaches its peak. This is the area of the park where the CCC parking lot and the group camp…
A Mystical & Magical Forest Trail
In days long ago, forests were seen as mystical and magical places. Folklore often depicted them as places of both wonder and danger, filled with mythical creatures and hidden secrets. They were homes to elves, fairies, and talking animals, spiritual…
Finding Peace and Quiet Near Devil’s Lake
There’s a lot of public land in the Baraboo Hills—far too much to not find peace and quiet if that’s what you’re after when you're exploring Central Wisconsin. Personally, one of my favorite places to escape the crowds is right…
Chapel Gorge: A Natural Escape in Wisconsin Dells?
Our relationship with nature in Wisconsin Dells has always been a bit complicated. It’s hard to imagine this is the version of the Dells that H.H. Bennett envisioned when he shared his iconic photos of this unique landscape. While the…
Off-the-Beaten-Path at Dekorra Wildlife Area
"Public access lands are here for all of us to enjoy," the WDNR says, and they couldn't be more right. For nature lovers who feel like they've "seen it all," it might be time to expand your horizons beyond the…
What’s Blooming?
If you plan a hike at Devil's Lake State Park, now is the perfect time to check out the wildflowers adorning the bluffs. Here are some of the beautiful blooms you might encounter: Wild Roses (Rosa): Fragrant, pink or white…