Recreation

Conditions

Weather Weather forecast - Forest Headquarters [exit DNR] Weather forecast - Clear Lake area [exit DNR] Weather forecast - Crystal Lake area [exit DNR] Trails All ski trail parking lots are plowed for winter use, and the nature trailheads…

Recreation

ATVs/UTVsAll-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs) are allowed on limited roads/trails within the Northern Highland American Legion State Forest. ATVs/UTVs are not allowed in any of the campgrounds. Many local county and town…

Wisconsin's endangered and threatened species laws

Pheasant hunting and management

Pheasant hunting has long been a Wisconsin tradition.

Sharp-tailed Grouse Hunting

Spring turkey hunting opportunities for the disabled

For disabled hunters wishing to participate in the spring turkey hunting season, there are two options available. These options and information on how to apply are outlined below. For information on turkey season dates, harvest authorization levels…

Turkey Hunting

Photo credit: U.S. Forest Service

Waterfowl Hunting

The public input period on the proposed 2026-2030 migratory bird hunting season structure has now closed. The DNR appreciates all of the feedback that was provided. View the results from this public input: 2026-2030 waterfowl season public input…

Mourning dove hunting

Attention: Now available, new upland gamebird hunting tool mapping application! Please visit Fields & Forest Lands Interactive Gamebird Hunting Tool and explore its features and mapping information!

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…