Ferry Bluff SNA
Ferry Bluff State Natural Area is located about 5 miles west of Sauk City, about a 25-minute drive from Devil's Lake State Park. The natural area encompasses two small bluffs,…
7 Ways To Find Solitude At Devil’s Lake State Park
Hiking A Quiet Trail at Devil's Lake. Yep, we hear it all the time, “Devil’s Lake is too busy!” or “I don’t even go there in the summer!”. Well, it’s…
Paddling in Wisconsin Dells
There is a lot to be said about the independence of paddling your own canoe or kayak when exploring Wisconsin Dells. We generally don't recommend paddling either Lake Delton or…
Guides & Outfitters
Discovering A Hidden Waterfall! As of April 2026, there are no local outfitters near the park. There is a limited number of climbing guides. We will update this information as…
Paddling The Baraboo River
At one time the Baraboo River was blocked by 4 dams. Today the dams have been all removed making the Baraboo river one of the longest stretches of open river…
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
Ice Age Trail Yellow Blaze The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is an approximately 1,200-mile footpath that traces the boundary of the last glacier to cover Wisconsin, running from Interstate…
Devil’s Lake Nature Center
Nature Center Hours Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day Tue–Sat: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sun–Mon: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. September 8 – October 31 Tue–Sat: 10 a.m. –…
Gibraltar Rock State Natural Area
State Natural Area — Columbia County Gibraltar Rock State Natural Area Near Lodi, Wisconsin • Approx. 25 miles from Devil’s Lake State Park • State Park sticker required Fast takeaway:…
Parfrey’s Glen State Natural Area
State Natural Area — Baraboo Hills Parfrey’s Glen State Natural Area Near Baraboo, Wisconsin • 2.5 miles from Devil’s Lake State Park • State Park Pass required Fast takeaway: Deep…
Tumbled Rocks Trail
Great views of the lake while walking through a mix of fallen rocks (Talus) and pine forests. Hike between the north and south shore of the lake, combine with the West Bluff Trail to create a loop. (1.3 miles)