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Ice Age Campground — Devils Lake State Park

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About

State Park

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Camping at Devil’s Lake State Park is extremely popular. Plan ahead, explore your options and make your camping or other lodging reservations well before you arrive.

Devil’s Lake State Park has three campgrounds with a total of 423 sites that each accommodate a family (One to six individuals). There are no longer any first-come-first-serve campsites offered at the park. There are also nine group campsites that can accommodate a total of 240 campers. Group campsites are on the south side. Each campground has different qualities that have made each of them popular with annual campers. There are no campgrounds near or on the shoreline of Devil’s Lake itself.

Only the Quartzite campground is open for winter camping.

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Location

Ice Age Campground — Devils Lake State Park is located in Wisconsin

Coordinates

43.43335107 N
89.7244834 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.

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WiFi
Unknown
Verizon
Available
AT&T
Good
T-Mobile
Good

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group

Features

For Campers

Market
ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

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Makayla B.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 14, 2023

State Park with GREAT hiking

Lovely campground! What you would expect from a state park. Bathrooms could use more upkeep. Lots are on the smaller side. - WORTH THE HIKE!! Cannot camp and not do the hike! Views are incredible!

Site353

Month of VisitAugust

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Terry L.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 29, 2023

Nice place

We stayed in Ice Age, in site 511. We got rained out so we didn’t get to explore as much as we wanted. The lake area looked like fun and there are tons of trails. I suggest buying firewood near the entrance before entering the park to save a little. The parking expense was also a little surprising. Nevertheless, I would return for another trip.

Site511

Month of VisitJuly

Paul K.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 25, 2023

Devils lake

Site was in a wooded area sonwell shaded. There is a camp store for wood, ice, and other things that makes it very convenient when you've forgoten something. Busy place but the campground remained quiet.

Siteice age lower 362

Month of VisitJuly

Lesley R.

Legend

Reviewed Nov. 4, 2022

Winter Beauty Beyond

We’ve been here multiple times but winter is truly our favorite, ice fishing, snowshoeing etc. The state park is busy in summer but not much in winter.. tons of opportunities in warmer weather which equates to the popularity. The views are fantastic and it’s family friendly. Camping was quiet and you can camp by the lake or further from the lake in the woods. Worthy of multiple returns.

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Bridger

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 27, 2022

Great hiking

Some of the best if not the best hiking in Wisconsin. Highly recommend place to visit and camp.

Site429

Month of VisitJuly

justin

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 17, 2022

Great hiking

Would recommend

Month of VisitJuly

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Nicole K.

Guide

Reviewed Feb. 28, 2022

Stunning Park/ Facilities Leave Much To Be Desired

I’m giving this park 4 stars because the park has exquisite views and fantastic hiking. Our campsite was huge, wooded and had large rocks and interesting features. The bathrooms were utterly disgusting though. Both pit and flush bathrooms. When you get traffic like Devil’s Lake, more man power should be used to keeping it clean. This can be a rowdy place, especially for a state park. A lot more noise that we are accustomed to and may not be the best place if you have little kids.

SiteUpper Ice Age 454

Month of VisitOctober

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ventura

Scout

Reviewed May. 27, 2021

Great park

We stayed here only one night on our road trip. But wish we could have stayed longer. Beautiful park , nice campsites. Bathrooms were clean. Lots of hiking trails

Month of VisitJune

Whitney B.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 18, 2021

Never a Disappointment

We stayed at Devils Lake in early October 2020, and camped within the Upper Ice Age campground. We stayed at site 479 with friends, and had plenty of space for three tents. It seemed that all the sites were booked, however, our site still felt private enough and distant from nearby campers.

The scenic trails did not disappoint, as we spent most of our Saturday hiking along the north shore which led us to the beautiful “Devils Doorway”. With Devils Lake being such a popular destination, it was no surprise that the trails were very busy and crowded at certain points.

Overall, we absolutely loved our weekend at Devils Lake and cannot wait to be back again. There’s a reason this is considered one of Wisconsins most popular camping spots!

SiteUpper Ice Age #479

Month of VisitNovember

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Josh F.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 29, 2020

Hiking, biking, camping and swimming, this park has it all

This campground has it all. Great campsites, bicycling in and around the state park, amazing hikes and two great beaches. The swimming water is generally clean, the trails are enjoyable and the views are outstanding.

Devil's Lake has many loops of campsites, I was specifically looking for shady sites that had low probability of flooding during a rain. The following are really great for single sites.

372, 337, 362 and 311.

There are also some handy dandy double sites with two sites right next to one another. You would not want to reserve one of these unless you were camping with the people next door. Really, they're right on top of one another but would be handy for groups. Though, these are not group sites per se.

317/318

374/375

427/428

SiteSite 531 and 327

Month of VisitAugust

Paul N.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 26, 2020

Nature’s gym

May family tent camped here for the first time this year, 2020. The site (514) was spacious enough for a 10 person, and a 6 person tent. There were enough trees to mostly block out your neighbors, and it’s up on a slight hill so if it does rain the water would drain away from your tent(s).

The state park itself has several trails with varying degrees of difficulty. My son and I opted to take the 4 mile loop around the lake that included the 900 foot assent, and crown back down the face of the ‘mountain’?? The landscape surrounding Devils Lake is gorgeous, and the lake is large, and offers plenty of things to do.

Unfortunately during these COVID-19 times the boat rental was not open, but there was plenty of beach to hang out on.

We will definitely be heading back next year.

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Chris G.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 26, 2020

Very clean, well maintained campgrounds. Lots of hiking available

Very well maintained facilities and lots of hiking trails available. The lake is a beautiful lake with lots of space for grilling out or swimming

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Month of VisitJuly

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Shelley M.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 20, 2020

Beautiful park with TOO much to do!

Beautiful grounds and a spacious campsite (472)— fire pit and picnic table were good. Not super great for hammocks. Quiet and wooded. Pretty far from the south shore walking. Boat rentals, camp store, and welcome center, etc. were closed because of COVID-19 restrictions. Lots of beautiful hiking. Decent facilities— can only by a year parking pass not by the day. Highly recommend and we will be back!

Lula L.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 31, 2019

Great hiking on lake

Open pad sites for tent camping under tree canopy, great hiking over looking swimming and boating lake. Requires WI St Park pass to get in plus camping fees. Has both vault and flush toilets w showers. Close to town for other activities, near Wi Dells Water park 21 ,miles not a bad drive.

Part of the ice age trail system maintained hiking trails are great.

Month of VisitJuly

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Shelagh R.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 26, 2019

Sites are a mixed bag

We happened to have a very private site completely surrounded by trees but a lot of the sites are small not well covered and very close to neighbors. However, regardless of where you are the campground can get really loud and busy and no one seems to care. There was a pack of kids screaming by our site on electric scooters all night, with people shouting and playing music. Even though the site and park were really nice. This seems more like a place to come with family and friends and have a big party.

Caroline R.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 17, 2019

So beautiful!

Awesome park, beautiful lake! Great trails of varying difficulties

Darren L.

Ranger

Reviewed Jun. 30, 2019

Great hiking!

Some of Wisconsin’s best hiking! Everything from challenging climbs and beautiful vista views, to casual strolls. The sites are a little crammed in there and reservations can go out pretty far in summer but that’s typically of the crown jewel state parks. Great amenities anyway.

Kara C.

Scout

Reviewed Jun. 20, 2019

Beautiful woods

Small trails on the ice age site. The spot was really popular on a Monday so it’s not always a place for peace and quiet but still some solid woodland scenery. Every site has a table and a fire pit with assorted restrooms so you have all you need for simple camping.

Jill C.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 28, 2019

Awesome hiking

The views are great and has a nice beach. Clean park

Kim S.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 28, 2018

Clean with Beautiful views from the trails

What a gem in central Wisconsin. Clean campground with wooded sites, great hiking trails and crystal clear lake with great beach area. This is the nicest park I’ve been to in a long time. Highly recommend. The balanced rock trail is not for the faint of heart but worth it for the views on the way up.

Month of VisitAugust

Megan S.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 7, 2018

A very popular state park in Wisconsin

One day isn't enough time to see everything the park has, so plan on it taking 2 or 3 days to really explore the park.

There's no shortage of things to do from paddle boarding, hanging out on the beach, hiking, and just enjoying nature. The view of the lake from any of the trails is beautiful. Keep cash on hand if you visit. The camping store and all restaurants are cash only.

The showers and bathrooms are clean and recently renovated. Weekdays are quiet compared to weekend (Can get a little crowded during peak times). There are three separate campgrounds on the North end of the lake, plus a group Campground on the south end of the lake.

Jason P.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 1, 2018

Last Day of road trip

came in on Labor Day after 10 day road trip. was fine but nothing to take home just stood overnight

Mallory M.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 18, 2018

Absolutely stunning

Ddevil's Lake has some of the best hiking I have had in Wisconsin. Beautiful trails everywhere. Some can be a bit treacherous so proceed with caution. The lake itself is clear and cool. And the sites are fairly private, but not too far from facilities

Month of VisitSeptember

Jay W.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 17, 2018

One of the Best!

Much to do at Devil's Lake and surrounding area. features multiple campgrounds and multiple areas for swimming. A beach at the North and South of the lake. Both beachs have store, restaurant, and concession as well as rentals for canoe, kayak, paddle boats and boards, etc… The North features a large eat in restaurant compared to the South concession style, and the store is also larger on the North end. A LOT of hiking trails as part of the Wisconsin Ice Age Trail (this trail covers over 1200 miles across the state and the hike up to Balanced Rock is a must!!) crosses through the the park and the State of Wisconsin's only railroad tracks that you can leagaly walk on. The railroad is still active! This park sits close to the city of Baraboo and about 15 miles from the famous Wisconsin Dells/Lake Dalton area of your feeling touristsy, but you will have plenty to do at the park for a full week whether hiking, biking, swimming, or just taking in some of the most beautiful views just lying on the beach. This is Wisconsin's largest and bussiest State Park but for good reason. I am not a crowd person but this place shouldn't be missed. Get there early if you want a spot on the beach during the summer months on weekends!

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Julie L.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 12, 2018

Extremely overcrowded

This park has some fabulous things too offer There is are 2 great (but a bit rocky) swimming beaches, AMAZING hiking with stunning views, the campgrounds are mostly kept up very nicely, and many sights to see around the area. Baraboo is close by for shopping and supplies. I have been going to this park since I was a child. It makes me sad to see it so crowded and such careless people damaging things and leaving their trash, not following rules. Still love the park, just not the crowds.....

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Robyn H.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 23, 2018

Dog friendly, tent friendly spot

Quiet, pet friendly spot with nice bathrooms and plenty of tree lined spots for some privacy. Great spot to spend a weekend.

Art S.

Legend

Reviewed Jun. 5, 2018

Popular spot with beautiful hiking

Devil’s Lake State Park has 3 public campgrounds to handle over 3 million visitors a year. This means it’s packed. I made reservations to be sure and get a spot. I was surprised to find many non-electric sites empty. Other Dyrt Rangers suggested we come here so I’m following their advice.

The local Ho-Chunk named the lake, Tawacunchukdah, which roughly translates into “Spirit or Holy” Lake. Some translation errors to the early trappers and the name Devil’s Lake caught on (it also markets better with a more sinister name).

There are requirements for various passes to use the state park and trails. Daily passes or annual ones - the choice depends on your usage. 3 nights here means it’s cheaper to get the annual pass.

To get to the non-electric sites, you drive through much of the park. Signs showed the way and it was easy to follow along. We passed the camp store in the middle. We camped at site 401 which is near the bathroom. There are plenty of trees between sites so others are heard more than seen. The site is large enough for my teardrop camper and a screen room (trying to keep the mosquitoes at bay) and still have plenty more room. The showers are clean and refreshing.

The main draw for us is the hiking. The Ice Age trail passes right through this camp loop. We followed it out and back after setting up camp. The ranger said the east and west bluff trails are the most popular. We headed out early on Monday and did an 8 mile loop right from our campsite. We saw beautiful overlooks and only encountered 1 person on the trail. Tuesday found us on the tumbled rocks trail and returning on the west bluff. 3 school buses of children filled the trail. It was still enjoyable with the crowds.

The only negative is that some trails are hard to follow when they use the roads in the park. It’s not often and understandable once you do your first hike. This is a great park that was great to visit midweek instead of on a crowded weekend.

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Joy H.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 4, 2018

Devils Lake

Visited this park with a friend while doing a summer internship in WI. The park allows camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, climbing, riding, etc. We were there mainly for the hiking and were not disappointed! The trails are fun with impressive rock formations and a gorgeous view of the lake from some parts. The lake itself provides a perfect place to relax and cool off after a long day of hiking!

Month of VisitJuly

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Jason T.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 21, 2018

Beautiful campground, trails and lake!!!

Go here! Its a great all around place!!

Month of VisitJune

kurt S.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 17, 2018

Nature at its best

what can i say about this place i was invited there as a friend and now i have been taking my kids and grand-kids there for years lost count of how many times i been there always get a good camp spot never complain about it.

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Month of VisitAugust

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