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Distance
1.7 miles
Elevation Gain
338 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back
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Parfrey's Glen Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Merrimac, Wisconsin.
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Hike Parfrey's Glen
Located next to the popular Devil's Lake State Park, Parfrey's Glen holds many of the same geographical features. Parfrey's Glen is unique, however, for the rock cliffs that tower over you on both sides as you make your way though the gorge.The mile hike from the trailhead to the glen requires some nimble climbing to make it all the way through. The trail runs parallel to a small creek, and cro...
Potholes & CCC Trail Loop
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Balanced Rock Trail at Devil's Lake
Devil's Lake is one of Wisconsin's most visited and most beautiful state parks, offering many trails, activities, gorgeous scenery and more. There are various trails to explore in the park, including the East Bluff Trail and the Potholes & CCC Trail Loop, as well as camping that's offered.
The Balanced Rock Trail, however, is exhilarating, breathtaking, strenuous and a bit nerve-wracking w...
Gibraltar Rock Loop
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Bouldering at Devil's Lake State Park in Wisconsin
Devil's Lake State Park in Wisconsin offers some of the craziest views in the midwest as well as an abundance of supreme bouldering sites. To start off this endeavor there is one key item: a parking sticker. You can obtain one of these by heading over to either the north shore or south shore park stations. From there you can choose your area to boulder.
There are some great problems on the nor...
Hike the Perimeter of Devil's Lake
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West Bluff Trail is a good trail for beginner to intermediate hikers. The south is a steep climb with it becoming easier ...
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