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Revenue Generated vs returned to Devil's Lake

Devil’s Lake State Park: Behind the Budget

Devil's Lake State Park draws approximately 2.7 million visitors a year: more than any other property in the Wisconsin State Parks system. But most of those visitors have no idea how the money they spend actually flows through that system,…

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South Lake Road

Portion of South Lake Road Faces Abandonment

South Lake Road Inside Devil's Lake State Park Faces Abandonment by Town of Merrimac A public road that runs entirely within the boundaries of Devil's Lake State Park in Baraboo, Wisconsin may soon be abandoned by the township responsible for…

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Possible Tornado, Steinke Basin, Devil's Lake State Park

Storm Over Devil’s Lake

Severe storms rolled through our area yesterday afternoon, but fortunately, there wasn’t too much damage aside from more downed trees. Just minutes after the tornado alerts sounded, the Baraboo area was hit with high winds and hail, some slightly larger…

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Hotel Complex Proposal

Develoment Proposed Near Devil’s Lake

A controversial large-scale lodging project has been proposed just outside the north entrance of Devil’s Lake State Park. (Something we've written about in the past). Baraboo Bluff Hospitality LLC is seeking to build an 80-room hotel and 31 vacation villas…

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Prescribed Fire, Devil's Lake State Park 2025

Prescribed Burns: Helping Devil’s Lake Thrive

Yesterday, March 18th, a prescribed burn was carried out on Devil's Lake State Park's Roznos Meadow. I’ve spent years photographing prescribed burns at Devil’s Lake State Park and talking to the folks who make them happen. Watching these fires unfold…

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Who’s Booking Wisconsin’s Campsites?

One common claim we hear is that Wisconsin residents can’t get a Wisconsin State Park campsite because they’re all taken by out-of-state visitors. But is that really true? As always, we like to deal in facts—so we got the numbers…

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Ken Lange, Former Naturalist, Devil's Lake State Park

Former Naturalist Ken Lange Will Be Missed

Sad news today. Former Devil's Lake State Park Naturalist and author Ken Lange has passed away over the weekend. His impact on the park and influence on so many of us in the outdoor community cannot be overstated. A memorial…

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Fall Color 2023 Devil's Lake North Shore

Fall Color Season Begins

Wisconsin's fall colors are amazing, and Devil's Lake State Park is one of the best places in the state to enjoy the full autumn color experience! In fact, practically anywhere in the Baraboo Hills area is just amazing! Here in…

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