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Devil's Lake State Park

Devil's Lake State Park

Description

Founded in 1911, Devil's Lake is the third oldest state park in Wisconsin, the largest, and the most visited. Devil's Lake offers magnificent views from 500-foot quartzite bluffs overlooking a 360-acre lake. Enjoy lakeshore picnic areas, sandy swimming beaches, 29 miles of hiking trails, or ease into the backcountry solitude. Devil's Lake is a beautiful year-round park with an intriguing natural history along the 1,000-mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail.

Location

 Directions

  43.4284, -89.7322

County: Sauk

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    Women’s Kayak Tour

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    The naturalist will take you on a two-hour tour of the lake to explore the geology, history and wildlife.

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    Winged Wonders – Live Raptor Program

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    Join the group from the Raptor Education Group, Inc. to meet some of Wisconsin’s common, but rarely encountered birds. Discover what a raptor is, hear their stories and learn what you can do to ensure they remain a significant part of the ecosystem…

  • Event

    Winged Wonders – Live Raptor Program

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    Join the group from the Raptor Education Group, Inc. to meet some of Wisconsin’s common, but rarely encountered birds. Discover what a raptor is, hear their stories and learn what you can do to ensure they remain a significant part of the ecosystem…

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    Naturalist Lead Hike

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    Each week, we will hike the East Bluff Trail and explore the park's geology, history and wildlife.

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    Sunset Hike

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    Join the naturalist for a hike up the East Bluff to watch the sunset.

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    Guided Kayak Tour

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    Go on a kayak adventure at Devil’s Lake! The naturalist will take you on a two-hour tour of the lake, exploring the lake’s geology, history and wildlife.

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    Big Band Dancing!

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    Join us for a free Lindy Hop lesson from Baraboo Swing to get you ready to swing the night away to the Big Band music of the Hal Edward orchestra!

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    Critter Corner – Bears

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    Amble over to the Critter Corner to learn more about Wisconsin black bears.

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    Animal Feeding Day

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    Watch the animals in the Nature Center have lunch!

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    Exploration Station – Snakes

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    Slither on over and discover how great Wisconsin snakes are! Drop by the Nature Center to make some Join us for hands-on activities, crafts and more. This program’s activities are designed with families in mind, but open to kids of all ages.

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