Devil's Lake State Park is an outdoor recreation area that is near and dear to those who frequent it and live around it. The park is located in Baraboo, Wisconsin, along the Ice Age Trail. More than a million people head to the park each year. There are 500 foot cliffs, hiking, beaches, bike and hiking trails, ski trails, and swimming areas. The park is open from 6:00 am until 11:00 pm each day, and the visitor's center opens at 8:00 am each day. By purchasing an annual Wisconsin State Park Sticker at the Information Center you will have access to the park year round.
The park features five shelter areas, each of which is available for reservation. The Red Oak Shelter offers electric lights, and a large grill. There are nearby restaurants but not showers. There is a fireplace and a furnace, as well as a picnic table. The shelter is located on the lakefront. The White Pine Shelter has electric lights, restrooms without showers, an indoor kitchen, and 20 outdoor tables. The Shagbark Shelter is identical to the White Pine Shelter. The Rock Elm Shelter has electric lights, restrooms and showers adjacent to the shelter, a woodstove, and a ten tables inside of the shelter. The White Oak Open Shelter has electric lights and a grill. Restrooms are available without showers. Eight to ten picnic tables are available. Each of these shelters can be reserved for less than $100. There are also a variety of non-reserve able shelters at the park. Many of them are similar structures to the reserve able shelters, but are useable on the first come, first serve basis.
The Devil's Lake Park is a popular wedding destination. This is a great option for a simple, small event, and they can be held anywhere in the park. Shelters can be reserved for weddings, but be sure to do so well in advance. Reservations can be made up to eleven months before the event. Organizers can bring in chairs, carpets, archways, and backdrops. If you are planning to use large equipment like tents or trailer grills, you will need to get prior approval. You may have acoustic music without amplifiers. Food can be delivered the day of the event. Remember, alcohol is not allowed in any Wisconsin state parks between March 31st and the Saturday preceding Memorial Day. It is advised to purchase parking in advance, and can be done so in batches of 20 or more stickers. Parking may fill up on busy summer days, so it may be a good plan to include a parking sticker for guests with their wedding invitations.
This park is the pride and joy of area residents. They take clean up seriously, and they encourage anyone passing through the park to leave it exactly as they found it. Featuring a variety of outdoor recreation, serene vistas, exciting nature walks, and fun summer and winter sports, Devil's Lake Park is a great destination for nature enthusiasts, sports buffs, and those who love to get outside and enjoy the sun.
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