Update: August 28th, Devil's Lake State Park to reopen May 1. Local State Natural Areas remain closed. Wisconsin's Gov. Tony Evers has ordered the indefinite closure of many Wisconsin state parks, forests and natural areas to address public health concerns…
As you're out hiking the trails right now, you'll notice a lot of green is showing up! Awesome, right?! Well, did you know that much of the green you're seeing around Devil's Lake State Park this early in the spring…
Opinion - It was pretty clear last weekend that promoting Wisconsin State Parks as a FREE escape from the stresses of COVID-19 was a big mistake from Devil's Lake to Parfrey's Glen SNA to Governor Dodge State Park and beyond.…
Depending on when you visit, the park has either been very quiet or very busy. It's all about the weather. On a warm, sunny day you can expect the park to be hoppin', if it's cloudy, (And you avoid the…
Many folks don't realize that there are indeed waterfalls within Devil's Lake State Park. The trick is that hey are ephemeral, meaning they only run for a short time in the spring. They are also not easily accessible being nowhere…
Over the last few days, we've seen a few folks getting their recreational kayaks out at Devil's Lake State Park while there is still some ice on the water. Let me be clear, if you don't have the proper gear…
What trails at Devil's Lake State Park are the busiest? This is a popular question every year, but now as we deal with Coronavirus and social distancing, finding the road less traveled is more important than ever for some of…
Let's take a break from all the coronavirus talk today, and check in on our Critter Cams. Can you guess what this critter is? Our cameras around the park have been pretty quiet recently. We've seen a few deer here…
Update: Parks Remain Open Regardless of "Safer At Home" Order. The DNR announced at 10:44 am today (March 24th) that parks will remain open and all fees have now been waived. Here is the press release. So, yes, you may…
It's great to see so many folks getting outside as we navigate this pandemic together! Still, at a busy park like Devil's Lake State Park here in Baraboo, we need to remember that being "outside" isn't going to protect the…