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Winter snow, east bluff, Devil's Lake State Park, 2024.

Snow Expected For The Weekend

Expect snowy trail conditions In The Devil's Lake State Park area this weekend! We are under a Winter Weather Advisory until 1 pm Friday. More snow and rain are expected on Sunday. How much snow is coming? The forecast varies…

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Lake Flies

Lake Flies or Rain?

As the weather starts to warm up in Wisconsin, visitors to Devil's Lake State Park always have about 2 weeks to share the shoreline with an unwelcome addition to their outdoor experience - the dreaded lake flies. These small, harmless…

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Wood along south shore road, april 16, 2023

What’s Up With All The Downed Trees?

As we hike and drive through the forests of Devil’s Lake State Park, we’re surrounded by the majesty of towering trees, many of which are now struggling to survive. In many locations, we're also surrounded by dead wood piled up…

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A Friendly Reminder to Stay Safe on the Water

With our sudden blast of warmer weather, it’s tempting to jump into the water and enjoy some water activities, such as paddling, boating, fishing, or if you're a bit crazy, swimming. But please remember that the water may still be…

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Pileated Woodpecker

Pileated Woodpeckers: Nature’s Tree Carvers

If you've ever hiked through Devil's Lake State Park in Baraboo, Wisconsin, you may have heard the distinctive drumming sound of a Pileated Woodpecker. The Pileated Woodpecker is the largest woodpecker found in North America. At about 16-19 inches in length,…

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Common Loon on Devil's Lake.

Loons Return To Devil’s Lake

As spring arrives in Devil's Lake State Park, one of the most exciting events is the return of the common loon. Known for their haunting calls, these waterbirds are a sight to see as they glide through the crystal-clear waters…

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Trail damage

Hikers Embrace Mud Season

Devil's Lake State Park is a popular destination for hikers in Wisconsin, offering breathtaking views of the lake and bluffs. However, with the arrival of spring, comes mud season - a time when snow, rain, and melting combine to create…

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Snow March 2023 Devil's Lake State Park

Spring?

We received about 2 to 3 inches of fresh snow overnight! It's possible we'll see a few more inches throughout the weekend! It's spring and you never know what the weather will be like in the Devil's Lake region this…

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