Im a T4 paraplegic,using manual wheelchair. My girlfriend and daughter hiked to elephant rock and Ballance rock. We started on north side and I met them on south side. I stayed around the facilities and waters edge. Water is 4/5 can see clear to the bottom, (at least around the shore). I loved my views. I didnt go in buildings so Im not sure how accessible they are. From how the outside of buildings are I bet the inside is the same! Stars may have varied if I checked out the facilities or could have hiked to the top with them. But I do understand the hike is out of human hands.

One of my favorite State Parks and campground in Wisconsin. Located in beautiful southwest Wisconsin near Baraboo, Wisconsin. Great to visit in the fall when you can see the amazing display of changing leaves. Great lake for swimming and kayaking. Beautiful bluff trails to explore on either side on the lake. See the Devils Doorway rock formation. Very tranquil and peaceful, a should not miss stop when your in the area.

Super beautiful. You’ve just got to go in the Fall when the leaves are changing color.They definitely need more definitive signage. It was confusing which path led to balanced rock. Then, we almost missed the balanced rock for lack of signage once we got close.They have an amazing park. Costs $16 for parking for out of state plates as of Fall 2020.

This was the first time we went to this place but it was good. Tons of facilities of sitting benches, parking, very nice lake and water was clean as well. Also climbing on thlse rocks was super fun and something different then what you normally find at beach area.One negative thing was that bathrooms were not clean and they smelled really bad hence once star less. If this wasnt a corona time we would definitely gone into water and had much more fun than just doing picnic at the beach.Thanks

What a fantastic camping spot! This was my first time ever going camping and it has been a wonderful 2 days! I wish we could stay longer! So much to do here, you need an entire week to explore. I highly recommend camping at Devils Lake. Were at the upper Ice Age campground. Fabulous spot! Happy Birthday to me!

Incredible state park. If youve never been do yourself a favor and make a day of it. Theres options for kayaking or diving the lake, rock climbing and bouldering, or just hiking all the trails. A few tips: most of the big must see items are most easily accessible from the South shore. If youre planning on scaling the East side bring good shoes. The terrain is mostly rock and can get slippery with any moisture. And most importantly, make a day of it. Pack a lunch and plan to stay for a few hours. There are things you can do with less time, but you really want to appreciate the grandeur of what the park has to offer. So take your time and enjoy the views.

I can see why this is Wisconsin’s #1 State Park. It’s an absolute zoo with families, hikers, and those psycho free-climbers, all flocking to this beauteous gem. Trails have you scaling the mountainous terrain of the bluffs, delving into the forestry and valleys of Wisconsin. Hawks soar overhead the main lake as kayaks cross and float. Campers have great access to everything the park has to offer. A must-see if you’re passing though. Be careful of the trails, not for the faint of heart.

What a beautiful hike around this lake! East trail is rough and a bit strenuous but oh so worth it. The west trail was easier to navigate and also had great views. A definite must do when in Wisconsin.

We went on a super busy weekend but the fall colors were absolutely stunning. Hike to devils doorway is short but steep. Great views and a wonderful area to spend the day exploring and then have a picnic down by the lake. Would definitely recommend going.

A nice area to walk or hike. Has Trails for all whether you like staying down low or climbing up high! Also has some great rocks to climb. If its nice out you could enjoy swimming canoeing or kayaking in the beautiful lake. Park staff was very polite and helpful and the park is not overly regulated.

The hike around the lake via the east and west bluff trails is about 4 miles and is potentially the most scenic hike in Wisconsin. Its gorgeous. The trails up the bluffs can be quite steep and uneven. I would only recommend these trails for sure footed hikers.

Ive been here as a kid and now came with my own kids and loved it. Great trails with a lake and a beach that you can use after a nice and very picturesque hike. The views of the lake and surrounding areas are stunning. I highly recommend, but its a bit rocky on some trails but what a great exercise.

Great views once you get a hang of the trails....wish they were better marked the further inland you go...saw a few people lose their way. The trails go pretty rugged but adds to the rugged charm of the park....beautiful carved rocks everywhere. The water is very clean and there is a beach on either end of the lake. A must see for anyone who loves nature and or appreciates great natural beauty.

Devils Lake was beautiful. If you read the history about first you will definitely appreciate it that much more. I can understand why people camp there because there are so many trails. I loved it.

A couple of the trails were closed due to fallen trees/ muddy conditions but it was otherwise a perfect day for a nice long hike around the park. Ive been here a few times this year and it was a completely different experience to hike after the leaves have fallen, im sure I will definitely be coming back again.

So much exploring... so little time! I had a rambunctious dog with and we did as much as we could but want to do more. Such a beautiful gem

Beautiful views and great hiking trails. I loved it. Very busy and a lot of people even on October 31st!

Very Nice place. Lake, different trail options. Always worth to visit.

Do you like nature? This is the place to be. Hiking trails and scenic overlooks are spectacular!! Met a lot of super nice people while we were there. We did a quick day trip to see the park and hike. Hoping to go camping here in the near future!! We drove through the campground and it looked like a nice place with a lot of the sites being pretty private. The tent camping looked remote and very private. The big RVs are in the open, but not too bad.

Great, open space for walking, running, or walking dogs. Lots of rocks and trees to climb around on. I went in the fall, and it was beautiful!

Ive been visiting since the 70s and its exactly the same today. SO BEAUTIFUL, clean and for me somewhat Spiritual. I caught more bass ( from shore) in one day than I have my entire life! My fiancé and I had a 20$ bet on whod catch more fish. He used lures. I used crawlers. Not only did I catch more but I also caught the biggest! ( and Im $20 richer) This is my favorite place on Earth. If youve never been here, I highly recommend visiting. You wont be disappointed.

Great place to hike. But they need to be more creative with parking or make more parking spaces available. Parking as od September 2020 is $13 for intra-state parking and about $16 for out-of-state license parking. Not worth it because parking is so limited and congested. We waited in line for about 30 minutes before we got to a cashier and then another 10 minutes or so before we found parking. Still, its more expensive than private parking, which is about $10 (cash-only).

Awesome experience, took east bluff trail to rocks. great view to the lake.

I love the fact that its an actual trail. Like having to climb rocks and dirt. And onlt having a small paved walkway.

Gem of a Wisconsin state park. Crystal clear water. Beautiful hiking trails in the woods. Awesome hiking up the rocks as well. Can rent out small watercraft. Playground and ample picnic areas.

We had a great time hiking! It was a good workout with beautiful views.

We was at this park in October, so beautiful fall around. We spent all day, we hiking with kids . Very nice place . Must see !!!!

Great all around. Perfect campsites, hiking trails, and lots of great facilities. Love it here!

We really enjoyed our visit to this park. You could spend a whole day here.Did the east bluff trail. Was very tiring but definitely not disappointing. Great views from different points in the trail.The view at the lake was also amazing, if you do wanna do trails, you can just chill by the shore.One thing that I did not like, which almost made me not visit was that I couldnt buy a day pass. I was just visiting Wisconsin for a week and had a rental car. I had to buy an annual pass to visit this place which I felt was quite unfair. They were very restrictive with the options to enter the park. And whats even worse is, the annual pass is tied to the number plate and not to the person. They really fail to think through the different options.

I was here on a long weekend on a pubic holidays. I must say this place was crazy crowded. However, we went hiking for 8 hrs to entire Delta lake. Hike is not difficult although some areas may be bit more difficult than others but most of the time it was fairly flat. The lake itself was over crowded. It was sunny day and people were just everywhere in the lake. I think I like that sometimes.Toilets were almost always occupied and dirty. However, it’s a great place for family. It’s a very well kept state park. I barely had time to go to the lake as most of the time I was hiking during the day. However, in the evening I walked up to the lake and it was absolutely serene. If I had chance to go here again I will probably no choose long weekend. It may not be my first choice for camping but it is still a great place. Camping area is like an open ground with few trees here and there so some of site did not have enough shade.

Great hiking! Balanced Rock and Devils Doorway are great photo spots.

DL is Always a great summer destination. I appreciate the amount of grills they have available. The scenery is very relaxing after a long work week.Advice: You must arrive by no later than 11:00AM on the weekends if you want to secure a parking spot by the lake and grilling areasThere is a fee to park in the lots. You have the option of paying for single day parking, or a yearly pass, which allows you to bypass the daily pass purchasing car line.

Busy all summer, good for families with young children. Swimming, camping, boat rentals, hiking trails. Wait for a chilly autumn afternoon if you are looking for a quieter, more peaceful experience. Balanced Rock is a favorite but reaching the stone isnt the end of the hike. Push onward up the cliffside for more spectacular views and trails.

The views were unbelievable. Trails are as advertised, pretty though for the most part.The camping experience was ok, seems like a lot of the sites were very close to one another, the showers could use some TLC.They need more restrooms for the size and the amount of people that are there at the peak summer months..all in all not too bad!

Amazing views that you dont have to work too hard to see. I would definitely recommend it no matter the weather conditions.

It’s easy to understand why this is the most visited state park in the state. Easy to get too, all levels of hiking, tons of woods, great lake, nice beaches, and good facilities. That being said I will also probably never visit on a weekend, too many people.

One of the best lakes to visit in Wisconsin. A must see! Perfect for hiking, camping, swimming.

Super cool! Lots of trails... rentals available kayaks, paddle boats...Such beautiful views! Gahh! Its hard to walk away from some of the views... you see lots of cool butterflies and critters... we found caterpillars and even a millipede hahaha soo cool!Definitely would recommend! WOO!!!!

A wonderful trail and excursion experience at this beautiful state park.

Devils Lake is my TOP pick of all Wisconsin state parks. From easy to strenuous hikes, summer or winter, the views are spectacular!

Devils Lake is a great place for an escape from Madison. There are trails to hike, campgrounds to stay in, and boating opportunities. In particular, hike the west side ridge. There are a lot of vistas on that hike and they dont require too much effort to get to.

One of Wisconsins great state parks. Plenty of hiking trails, beaches, and beautiful scenery. My only negative would be that I wish the trails were marked a little bit better in some spots. Sometimes the rocky terrain makes it hard to tell which is the actual trail and what is just an offshoot. Its only a minor gripe. Overall its one of the best parks in the state that Ive been to.

Beautiful park to visit. They have lots of activities to explore. Great place to walk the trails and go to the lake near by to cool off during a hot day. Annual admission stickers cost $28 for Wisconsin residents or $38 for nonresidents which can be used at any state park in Wisconsin. They did not offer daily passes this season. Definitely a great spot to check out.

Big Park with great views and many hiking trails. Foliage is just starting to look its best Fall like conditions. Even though some if the campgrounds are closed you can still walk through. Where we were at in the Quartzite campground there are not a lot of trees. But this time of year the sun doesnt hit your camper over the hills until about 10 am. Everyone there was friendly and social distanced.

Pretty good place for a quick weekend getaway. Coming from a neighboring state had to buy the ridiculously expensive parking permit which their website advertises as an annual pass but in fact its only valid for the remaining months of the calendar year but not from the purchase date.

Amazing walk around the lake..the walk was fun.. kayaks, boats, lunch spots, grill spots..... Life change challenge ..... Big rough trails some trails easy had fun for sure...

Trails are well maintained, restrooms are clean and well stocked, good trail signage, some trails have steep sections but overall the trails are gradual ups and downs. Maybe 500 ft elevation change. Most trails are loops and join other trails so you can make the hikes longer or shorter quite easily. Best to check at the park entrance to avoid taking trails that are above your abilities.

Beautiful scenery. Nice hikes. Good amount of parking.

Best park in the Midwest with things to do. Camping, hiking, climbing, swimming, non-motorized boating. Spectacular views. The place is huge. There are 2 main parking areas. Bring a printed trail map. Mobile service is possible in some parts. Bring water. Online pre-purchase of $38 for non-resident annual WI park fee, which covers all parks in WI. We printed our receipt for display on our dashboard. Its very popular please arrive early and reserve campsites 6+ months in advance for weekend dates.

Its the busiest state park, but also the big enough to be spread out. If youre visiting on a weekend from May to Oct, expect a lot of day trippers from south of the border, but the campgrounds are spacious, restrooms are on par with a rest stop, and other amenities are conveniently distributed. Watch out for tree roots. And FIBs. Both are abundant.

Had a great time until we left. My car was broken into. Smashed my window out and bent up my door. I only wish devils lake had security cameras. Stolen was our lunch bag, it was worth around $80. Must have thought it was a purse. So upsetting. My insurance doesnt cover stolen item.

Absolutely stunning. Tons of varied trails, no two are alike so you can keep coming back to hike no matter what youre looking to do - tough climbs, easy strolls, or just burning off some of the kiddos energy before grilling hot dogs.

A great hike with beautiful views. My favorite park in WI.

Great hiking and very good views! We went on a very nice day, so the park was quite busy. If youre looking for a place that feels more secluded, this probably isnt going to be your cup of tea. Due to its close proximity to the Dells, there are usually going to be a lot of other people here. Lots of places to swim and big rocks to climb on!

Such an amazing place. It truly shows off the beauty Wisconsin has to truly offer. TONS of hiking trails, bike trails, and you even swim in Devils Lake! Such history in one place as well. Very ancient rock formations from millions of years of change. 10 out of 10. Cant wait to return.

Devils Lake is wonderful and always a great time if you are looking for a nice hike. It also has some of the best rock climbing routes in Southern Wisconsin! I give it 3 stars because of the staff that work at Devils Lake. The rangers/wardens do not do a good job managing their staff. Their parking organization/communication is mismanaged and understaffed on the weekends. The staff do not have a way of communicating with one another so they are not always on the same page which leads to unhappy guests. They need a better parking system for busy days. If you go on the week days you should be fine but do not expect the place to yourself on a beautiful Saturday/Sunday. Expect parking chaos, mismanaged personnel directing you where to go, and bumper to bumper traffic while you try to find a parking spot.

Really enjoy lot of fun here, amazing view, miracle of nature. It should be the must visit location in Wisconsin.

If you like hiking or rock climbing, this state park is great for both. Offers large electric campsites as well as wooded tent sites. Beautiful park!

Amazing family day trip. There is a great variety of hiking trails and plenty of swimming areas. Get there early since its a popular place.

Absolutely beautiful. Great hiking trails

First time hiking the trails. We werent prepared. Ran out of water half way through. Other than that it was a great time! Awesome views! Pretty well marked trails.

10/10 would recommend. Try going mid-week or in the off season. I went on Labor Day and there seemed to be thousands of people. Not entirely bad, but definitely no peace and quiet. Still a very beautiful lake and fantastic hiking trails.

Good park with great trails whether you want a easier walk or a moderately difficult hike. Some services are still available during the COVID-19 craziness. The park was fairly full, but still useable and most were mindful of distancing. Too much hiking to see it all in a day, but 2-3 days would be reasonable for most average folks.

Some of the best views in Wisconsin. A truly beautiful and wonderful place to hike, camp, swim or relax. Ive been visiting Devils Lake for many years. It is well maintained and managed. It can be crowded but is still a good place for family and friends. A true 5 star place.

Great Hiking and great views. We go as often as possible.

Stunning absolutely stunning! The walk is worth it with spectacular views. Trees are color changed. We will be going back for sure

Want a rewarding workout? this is the place. Want to have a swim AND bbq? Go for it. Honestly, this place just yells for a good escape from the world.

Such a beautiful park for a short hike or a full day adventure! Highly recommended!

It the best camp ground iv ever camped at

Great for an all morning hike. I recommend getting there early before it gets too busy and full of families. The Eastside is a little shorter and in my opinion an easier walk. The Westside you can feel the incline a lot more, its a longer walk, and it also has better views overlooking the lake.

Best place for all ages! I have been coming here every year with my boyfriend and we both love it. Great for kids and adults.

Devils lake is the reason that I moved to Lodi (20min), I love all of the trails in the park... From easy trails along 113 to the more steep bluff trails as well as a couple of more gradual trails like the east woods trail. If you want some great views and hours of beautiful trails explore Devils lake.

On the weekends, this place is busy, busy, busy! Some of the trails are unfit for those who have fall risks because it tends to consist of uneven ground and sometimes can be slippery from high traffic. The views are very natural, no ropes or industrial barriers taint the views. This place has other amenities, such as bathrooms and changing rooms. For some trails, I dont recommend bringing young children. There are steep drop offs and sudden changes in terrain.

This is the coolest lake ive ever camped at! And I camp A LOT. Very fun lake to swim at, though we didnt have any luck fishing. The water was so crystal clear that we had to go buy goggles to admire that. So we went diving with the goggles and found tons of bass and brown trout which were very docile and swam with us! The whole experience was just absolutely magical! Hope we can go back next summer! (From the north beach)

Beautiful lake, wonderful trails, scenery and grand views. However, expect to either walk a very, very long way from parking or to spend a lot of time circling and circling to find somewhere, anywhere to park. We visited 7/18 and a non holiday and waited around 45 mins to find a parking spot.

Amazing place, though the restaurant and stuff is closed due to covid, they will still rent out kayaks, which was fun. There are also good rock climbing spots all over! Most fun I’ve had in nature in a long time.

By far my favorite park to visit. Devils lake is a great place to spend an afternoon, or even a whole weekend! With plenty of sites to camp at, you can make this a fun experience for days!Although its great to go in the summer (the lush trees, the great hiking weather, and the lake to swim in), I think its fun to go during any season! Hike up the bluffs in the fall and witness the color pallet on the other side of the lake. The view is breath taking no matter what time of year it is. I love coming here with my dogs during the dead of winter as well. The lake freezes over, and everything feels still and serene.

Amazing! I love Devils Lake, theres great camping, hiking trails, swimming, fishing, bouldering, rock climbing, boating with electric motors only, and much more! The views from the trails high up have spectacular views of the lake & ridge. If you enjoy hiking the Historic Ice Age trail runs through here too! Highly recommended.

Awesome!! Enjoy everything!!I recommend going early as possible, to park car, separate space for family, do grill, swim and hike.

The State Park is huge. Its got a gorgeous lake. There are many variations of trails, from gravel, to cut boulders that lead you to breathtaking views. You can also circle the lake which is quite a walk, but very beautiful to look at. If you like to hike youre going to love this park

This place is beautiful!!! My wife and I hiked around the whole lake and it took about 4-5 hours. The bluffs surrounding the lake have breath taking views . The only con is how expensive it is to get into the area for a single day as an outsider from another state (it’s more expensive for those not from Wisconsin, which I think is stupid). All of that said, it was well worth the price.

Absolutely gorgeous lake. Very clean, easy to get around and great hiking trails with lovely views of the whole park. I highly recommend visiting.

Great place to visit and enjoy your weekend with friends and family. Trails are awesome. Lots of picnic tables. I strongly recommend this Park for relaxation.

Doing the loop around the lake is a lot of fun, especially if you climb both bluffs. There are a variety of paths that you can take. I personally like the Devils Staircase on the Eastern bluff and we walk counter clockwise around the lake. I dont advise swimming in the lake as every time we have... We have all been very itchy afterwards. I take my dogs while we hike as well. Id caution climbing, because we have been there when people have fallen.

We bought annual Wisconsin State Parks stickers for both our cars. We arrived at 10am, found convenient parking, and met former co-workers for a celebration of life. It was cool in the shelter and a good breeze kept it that way even when the sun came out. Bathrooms in the shelter which was rented by the family, were clean. By 11am, parking lots were crowded. When we left at noon, overflow lots were almost filled.

Devils Lake State Park quickly found its way as my family and friends favorite State Park in Wisconsin, as it has many! Definitely bring your hiking shoes, and be prepared for all day adventures! The park is dog friendly, which is an added bonus! You cant go wrong with the exceptional views, and if youre there when its hot out, you can also go swimming!!

This park is a gem about 20 minutes from the dells. It is very scenic and offers concessions. Great for hiking and water fun!

Great hiking, trails well maintained. Good challenge!

A gem in the heart of Wisconsin. Great place to be and experience.

Great place for camping and outdoor activities. Hiking opportunities are high-interest with lots to see. Download the trail map on the website to help navigate trails.

This is the most beautiful place in Wisconsin (my opinion) There is so much to see and do here! We came here for a day on our vacation and had to go back the next day because it was so beautiful. We plan on buying passes for the year so we can spend our days there! It is a 2+ hour drive from us but SO worth it! You will never be bored here. The gift shop is fair priced too!!

Great place to hike, and explore at. the views are fantastic, the trails are fun- if not a little challenging. If you ever get the chance to go here I totally recommend.

Beautiful place to visit for hiking, climbing, swimming, canoeing/kayaking etc. Something to do for all ages. Plan a day or a weekend with nearby and in park campsites to spend quality time out in nature. Tip: If you come during peak season aim to arrive sometime before 10am to ensure parking close to the main buildings/restrooms, claim a picnic table, walking space on trails etc.

Lots of variety in path levels/difficulty. Astounding views on East Bluff Trail.

Great state park. The bluffs on both sides make for great hiling and climbing. The lake itself is about a 3 mile loop. Plenty of campsites and the staff was friendly. One of the camp stores had dry shed kept wood for a fire on a wet day.

Camped in northern lights. New shower house but not enough showers and smell was really bad in restroom at 10:00 a.m. of course the beaches and trails are great and overall the park is beautiful. Recommend that state residents always get preference on camping spots and access with less expensive permits than out-of-staters.

Beautiful view with great trails. Be aware that all government facilities are still closed at this time including public restrooms

This park is mind blowing. If you go make sure you hike up to see the balanced rock and the devils doorway. The hike up is tough but well worth it. You will climb almost 500 vertical feet in 0.4 miles. Its somewhere around 570 stairs. If its raining do not go. When the stairs are dry they are slippery I cant even imagine trying to hike in rain. If you dont want to hike you can swim or go fishing. There are other trails. I believe this park has around 29 miles of trails.

Beautiful place to hike, swim and much more with family and friends.

Always beautiful, we hiked and swam to cool off. Camped in a quiet spot in Ice age. Rented a kayak one afternoon. Really enjoyed some much needed time off and out. Not much staff but the ones we interacted with were friendly and helpful. It was a busy weekend I hope our fellow campers were respectful of this beautiful park on this July 4th weekend 2020.