There’s a lot of public land in the Baraboo Hills—far too much to not find peace and quiet if that’s what you’re after when you're exploring Central Wisconsin. Personally, one of my favorite places to escape the crowds is right…
Our relationship with nature in Wisconsin Dells has always been a bit complicated. It’s hard to imagine this is the version of the Dells that H.H. Bennett envisioned when he shared his iconic photos of this unique landscape. While the…
The 2024 deer gun season starts this weekend. Here in Sauk County, hunting of one sort or another continues through the end of the year. To many visitors' surprise, hunting is allowed in Wisconsin State Parks. Much of Devil's Lake…
As we start talking about changing leaves, it's good to note that fall colors are not all about trees. In fact this time of year many of our local prairies near Devil's Lake State Park are a sea of greens,…
"Public access lands are here for all of us to enjoy," the WDNR says, and they couldn't be more right. For nature lovers who feel like they've "seen it all," it might be time to expand your horizons beyond the…
So, you've conquered the Baraboo Hills and marveled at Devil's Lake State Park and Parfrey's Glen on our Day 1 itinerary. What's up for day 2? Well, it depends on what you're after, but let me share our approach. My…
If this is your first time in the Devil's Lake State Park region or you haven't explored much beyond the beach, here are my "Day 1" suggestions for getting the most out of a couple of days of exploring our…
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…
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…
Sometimes I think that the only way to truly appreciate Devil's Lake State Park is from the outside. In fact, I know this to be true. Certainly, a photographer must see their subject from various vantage points, both physically and…