December 20, 2024 Fresh Snow Alert! We received approximately 8 inches of snow yesterday through the night. The park is open and all areas are accessible, though visitors should exercise caution on trails. Weekend Weather Forecast Perfect conditions for outdoor…
As our climate changes and visitor numbers climb, Devil's Lake State Park's bluff trails see hikers well into winter, with the East & West Bluff trails now active year-round. But let's be clear - winter hiking here comes with serious…
Our part of Wisconsin is under a Winter Storm Watch from Friday morning through Saturday morning. This includes Devil's Lake State Park, Mirror Lake State Park, and most of our area. We're expecting 6 or more inches of fresh snow…
This year at Devil’s Lake, the annual First Day hike will be a twilight hike/snowshoe through Steinke Basin. (I don't think we'll be snowshoeing!). This will be around a 2-mile hike on an uneven trail. Dress warm and bring a…
It's snowing again this morning! Of course, it won't be long before it melts away. Wisconsin is known for its chilly and snowy winters. Snowfall typically occurs from November to April around here, but there have been some surprising snowfall…
Winter has finally arrived at Devil's Lake State Park! We received about 3-4 inches of snow on Sunday night and are expecting another 2-5 inches of snow today. So what can winter visitors expect? Park Stickers Your 2021 park sticker…
Did you ever wonder or worry about how the deer at Devil's Lake State Park will stay warm when the winter temperatures outside drop far below zero? Well, for the most part, they'll be just fine. Physical Changes Fat The…
All the heavy snow lately has created the perfect conditions for snow rollers on rocky and steep slopes common on the bluffs. Even the short little slopes caused by drifting snow, might present you with this cool phenomenon. So keep an…
A lot of folks have been talking about how surprised they've been to see open water on Devil's Lake State Park recently. Should they be? Well, that's the thing about perception, it doesn't always tell the truth. And in this case,…
