Snowshoeing, skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing… Whatever you’re into there’s a lot to keep you busy during the winter here in the Devil’s Lake region. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Downhill Skiing
There are two large ski resorts in the Baraboo Hills, Devil’s Head Resort near Devil’s Lake State Park, and Cascade Mountain along the interstate highway near Portage, WI.
Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
Mirror Lake State Park has built a reputation for amazingly well-maintained cross-county ski trails, while Devil’s Lake State Park is the better option for snowshoeing. Click here for Devil’s Lake Snowshoeing info!
Many state natural areas make fantastic snowshoeing locations as well. You can learn more about our nearby natural areas right here.
Snowmobiling
You’re best resource for snowmobiling information in our area is the Sauk County Snowmobile Association. For trail maps and other information visit their website here. For trail conditions, follow them on Facebook.
Ice Fishing
Both Devil’s Lake & Mirror Lake are popular ice fishing locations, but there are more options from Lake Wisconsin to White Mound Lake. Your best resource for Sauk County ice fishing information, conditions and updates is from Lake-Link’s Wisconsin Fishing Reports. Neither Devil’s Lake State Park nor Mirror Lake State Park report on ice conditions.
Ice Skating
While Devil’s Lake State Park does not maintain a skating rink in the winter, the nearby city of Baraboo has 2 skating rinks which are typically open by late December. The heated Pierce Park Pavillion (1 mile south of Devil’s Lake.) is open from October through April for indoor ice skating and hockey.
Sledding
In addition to the sledding hill at Devil’s Lake State Park, the city of Baraboo maintains a sledding hill at Steinhorst park. Learn more here.
Winter Adventures
Join us for our winter adventures around the area. We offer some great places to get outside during the winter months! We share tips, maps, photos, video and more. Click here to see our winter adventure ideas.