"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…
Last week's storms caused significant damage to the south shore boardwalk bridge at Devil's Lake State Park. A large tree fell, crushing the bridge and leading many to speculate about prolonged closure. Contrary to these expectations, repairs have been completed…
Starting this Friday, July 12th, Devil's Lake State Park is celebrating the Indigenous culture that has long been integral to this stunning natural setting. In collaboration with the Little Eagle Arts Foundation and the Devil's Lake Nature Center, the park…
Wisconsin State Natural Areas (SNAs) offer a fantastic opportunity to escape summer crowds and enjoy nature. Sauk County has a wealth of SNAs waiting to be explored. The trick is finding them and selecting the ones that fit your skill…
What are some of the common myths or misunderstandings you've heard about Devil's Lake State Park? There are quite a few! One that came up recently is the idea that Devil's Lake has some form of NATURAL underwater drainage. So,…
Embracing Winter with a Little “Friluftsliv” Or as we like to say… just goin’ fruitloopin’. It suddenly feels like winter has settled in, and for many of us, the instinct is to hibernate indoors. The trouble is, hiding from the…
In 2020, master planning for Devil's Lake State Park was just kicking off before COVID put everything on hold. Now, the DNR is getting back on track for creating an updated, relevant master plan for the park and Parfrey's Glen…
According to a DNR press release the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Sauk County agencies are investigating the death of an adult male found on Tuesday, Aug. 15, at Devil’s Lake State Park. Initial reports indicate two hikers…
Mark Your Calendars Now! Experience Authentic Ho-Chunk Music & Dance at Devil's Lake State Park for the first time since 2019! When: Friday, August 18th, 2023 at 7pm Where: Behind Rock Elm Shelter near the North Shore Boat Launch Join…
A fire broke out at the base of the East Bluff in Devil's Lake State Park, near the railroad tracks, yesterday. According to news reports, as of this morning (Tuesday, July 11th), the fire was 99% extinguished. All trails on…