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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
If you’re planning a visit to Devil’s Lake State Park this summer, here’s something important to know before you arrive: Many of the gentle rises and islands of tall grass and flowers in the landscape, especially in picnic areas, are…
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…
As our climate changes and visitor numbers climb, Devil's Lake State Park's bluff trails see hikers well into winter, with the East & West Bluff trails now active year-round. But let's be clear - winter hiking here comes with serious…
Anyone who frequents Devil's Lake State Park knows how special this place is. From its towering quartzite bluffs to its pristine beaches, it's a natural treasure we all want to protect. While most visitors try to follow Leave No Trace…
Starting Today, December 2, 2024, Wisconsin State Parks, including Devil's Lake State Park here in Baraboo, are moving to a 12-month admission pass system. Here's what you need to know about the change. The New Pass System Instead of all…