Parfrey's Glen Trail

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...

Park in the South entrance group camping lot to find the trailhead, just a few steps North of the parking lot. A few different paths you can take, but took grotto trail (.3 miles) to Potholes trail (.4miles) and looped back on the CCC trail (1 mile). Very steep climb for a decent amount of the trail with lots of rocky steps but well worth it considering the view at the top overlooking the 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...

Devil's Doorway can be accessed via a loop trail in Devil's Lake State Park located near Baraboo, Wisconsin. This route to Devil's Doorway is from the southeast end of Devil's Lake.  If you're starting closer to the Visitor's Center on the north end of the lake, check out the 3-mile roundtrip Devil's Doorway via East Bluff adventure. 

Starting at the trailhead at the base of the hill, follow the paved asphalt path that ascends the backside of Gibraltar Rock. While the trail is paved all the way to the top, there are sections of it that are rather rough due to tree roots tearing the pavement up. There is also a slightly longer dirt trail that winds up the hill, as part of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, which you can use t...

This hike begins at the east end of the North Shore Visitor's area. The hike starts relatively level before turning to the right and leading you up steps. The spectacular views come quickly on this hike as immediately after you reach the top steps you will be treated to your first glimpse of the lake from the bluffs. The trail continues to climb through the oak forest with many stopping points ...