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…
Celebrate Independence Day in Baraboo, Wisconsin with the annual "Barabooms" fireworks display. Taking place on Thursday, July 4th, at the UW-Platteville Baraboo Sauk County Continuing Education Center, this event is a must-see for locals and Devil's Lake State Park visitors…
Despite recent flash flooding at Devil's Lake State Park, visitors will be pleased to know that some sandy beach areas remain intact. There's still plenty of space for sunbathing, picnicking, and enjoying the water. Remember to check park updates before…
If you set up a time machine at Devil's Lake State Park and traveled backwards over the last 150 years, you'd witness a fascinating transformation. A Journey Through Time As the years flew by in reverse, you'd see land clearing,…
If you plan a hike at Devil's Lake State Park, now is the perfect time to check out the wildflowers adorning the bluffs. Here are some of the beautiful blooms you might encounter: Wild Roses (Rosa): Fragrant, pink or white…
With the Big Top Circus Parade being held this Saturday, June 8, in downtown Baraboo, campers might wonder if it's possible to ride their bikes into town to watch the parade at 11 am. Well, sure! The trick is knowing…
The annual Big Top Parade is set to return to downtown Baraboo, Wisconsin on Saturday, June 8, 2024. This popular event showcases the rich circus heritage of the city, featuring historic wagons, animals, marching bands, and community floats. This year's…
It's that time of year again when turtles are on the move in Wisconsin, often crossing roads to get to nesting sites or other habitat areas. While many drivers take care to avoid hitting these slow-moving creatures, a disturbing study…
This weekend, June 1-2, 2024, there is no charge for admission to Wisconsin state parks, forests, recreation areas, and trails. This includes Devil’s Lake & Mirror Lake State Parks here in the Baraboo Hills area. It’s Fun, Free Weekend! Also,…
Mill Bluff State Park, just an hour north of Devil's Lake State Park, would probably have a lot more visitors if it had a catchier name. The park is known for its sandstone hills and mesas rising from an otherwise…