Frozen
Devil's Lake has frozen over. We're logging the date as Jan 2nd, 2022, just one day later than last year. It's important to note that this doesn't mean that the lake is "safe" to walk or drive on, only that…
Winter Has Arrived At Devil’s Lake!
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…
Be Careful on the Trails This Weekend!
The forecast for Saturday is looking pretty sweet with some sun and temps near 50 in the Devil's Lake State Park region. However, the popular bluff trails are snow covered, icy, and will be hazardous in many areas. https://youtu.be/9uepNipRz2Q A…
How Will The Deer Stay Warm?
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…
Virtual First Day Hike
Happy New Year! Let's hope 2021 brings us all a happy and healthy new year! For anyone who can't get outside today or doesn't live near us, here's your First Day Virtual Hike on Devil's Lake State Park's Roznos Meadow…
Track IDs, A Ready Made Scavenger Hunt.
The trick to getting outside for parents is not just keeping the kids warm, but keeping them occupied as well! Animal tracks in the fresh snow provide a ready-made scavenger hunt! For younger kids, the game can be as simple…
Be Careful Out There!
It's a winter wonderland at Devil's Lake State Park! And it's a good time to remind you that the park does not maintain hiking trails in the wintertime. Be careful! All of the park's trails are snow-covered and slippery. The…
Seasonal Scavenger Hunt, Saturday.
Get outside this weekend for a winter scavenger hunt! Stop by the Devil's Lake State Park Nature Center anytime between 10:00 am - 2:30 pm on Saturday, Feb 22 and pick up your clues! Each family will need to work…
Quick, I want to Try XC Skiing in Baraboo…
If you've always wanted to try cross country skiing, I'd suggest you do it sooner than later or another winter will pass you by. Here's the non-expert's guide to how to get yourself out on some skis quickly here in…
Blind Hill Crest Hwy 113
This small parking lot on Hwy 113 offers access to Devil's Lake State Park's Uplands Trail and Sauk Point Trail, both part of the National Ice Age Trail system. Recently, the parking area hasn't been getting plowed. This is dangerous!…