Recreation

Waterfowl Hunting

Mourning dove hunting

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Geology

Devil's Lake State Park’s bluffs are part of the Baraboo Range, which scientists believe were formed 1.6 billion years ago, making them one of the most ancient rock outcrops in North America. The Baraboo Range includes the North Range and South…

Nature

Nearly 100 species of birds, close to half the total in Wisconsin, nest in the park and 880 plant species grow in the park. Most of the park is in Wisconsin's Western Coulee and Ridges ecological landscape; a small area near State Highway 113 in the…

Fishing

Many anglers come to the park for fishing either from the lakeshore or by boat (electric motors only). The lake is home to brown trout, walleye, northern pike, bass and panfish. A fishing license is required for anyone age 16 or over and a trout…

Hunting

Hunting and trapping are allowed in the open areas of the park during the Wisconsin state parks hunting and trapping time frame. Trapping is not permitted in closed areas as noted on the park hunting map or within 100 yards of any designated use…

Nature Center and Programs

Location S5975 Park Rd. Baraboo, WI 53913 Located near the park’s north entrance. It is the first building you come to, before heading down to the lake/beach area. Phone Number 608-356-8301 Ext. 140 Hours Monday-Saturday

Permits for bobcat and fisher

The Wisconsin DNR regulates the harvest of bobcat and fisher through a special permitting system. Harvest permits, or kill tags, are awarded through a "preference point" lottery system. In order to receive a kill permit for one of these species…

Snowmobile safety tips

Zero alcohol keeps you safe on the trail Drinking alcohol before snowmobiling or during your ride slows your reactions, impairs your judgment, and is a leading contributor to snowmobiling deaths. Last winter, alcohol was involved in 70 percent of…

Rock Climbing

Many people rock climb and boulder at Devil's Lake but the park is not maintained for rock climbing; do it at your own risk. No permits are issued; particular areas or routes are not reservable. The park neither prohibits nor promotes rock climbing…