Loons Are Back at Devil’s Lake
The loons are back. Early this morning, their calls were echoing off the bluffs at Devil's Lake — one of the more unmistakable signs that the season has turned. It wasn't always this way. Not long ago, seeing a loon…
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…
Napoleon’s Soldiers in Baraboo Hills
Two survivors of one of history’s most devastating military disasters are buried just a short drive from Devil’s Lake State Park. Here’s how we found their nearly forgotten graves. (And you can too.) 📚 It all started with a book…
Spring Birds at Devil’s Lake
Birdwatching Update: What’s Arriving This Week at Devil’s LakeWildlife Wednesday – Spring Migration in Full Swing It’s been a lively week in the trees and skies of Devil’s Lake State Park as spring migration continues. If you’ve been out on…
Politics Hit the Trail: What It Means for Devil’s Lake
Federal budget decisions are now having direct consequences on the ground here in Wisconsin, including along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, which covers about 16 miles of hiking trail within Devil’s Lake State Park. Federal Funding Freeze Hits the…
How to Save Money on Wisconsin State Park Admission
Wisconsin’s state parks offer some of the most beautiful outdoor experiences in the Midwest, but admission costs can add up. Whether you're a frequent visitor or just planning a weekend adventure, here are some ways to save money on your…
Devil’s Lake’s Tourism Glory Days
Let's take a little trip through history today, with this little gem from our collection of historic Devil's Lake State Park memorabilia. This vintage tourism brochure produced by the city of Baraboo sometime between the late 1920s or early 1930s…
Candlelight Hikes Coming Up
Bundle up and join us for some winter magic! Two of our local state parks are hosting candlelight events in the coming weeks. Whether you choose Devil's Lake or Mirror Lake State Park (or both!), you'll experience our winter landscapes…
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…
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…