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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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    Nature By The Campfire

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    Join our naturalist around the campfire to learn about the park’s nightlife.

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    Kids Camp – Water Critters

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    Join the naturalist this week to discover what’s living in the lake.

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    Critter Corner – Coyotes

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    Head on over to the Critter Corner to learn about coyotes.

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    Know Your Park

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    Join the naturalist to learn more about Devil’s Lake.

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    Full Moon Paddle

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    Join us for a unique way to explore the lake – at night!

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    Critter Corner – Owls

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    Whooo goes there? Owls, of course! Fly over to join the naturalist for hands-on activities and fun.

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    Bees and Beekeeping

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    Check out the Nature Center’s beehive!

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    S’mores and Perseids

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    The Perseids Meteor Shower is the most highly visible astronomical event of the year!

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    Know Your Park

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    Join the naturalist to learn more about Devil’s Lake.

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    Naturalist Lead Hike

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    Join the naturalist for this guided hike to learn more about Devil’s Lake.

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