Ice Age Trail — Devil's Lake / Baraboo Hills
~2 days · 10.8 mi · easy · Loop
Quick facts
What the Ice Age Trail — Devil's Lake / Baraboo Hills is known for
This Ice Age Trail segment crosses Devil's Lake State Park in Wisconsin's Baraboo Hills, climbing the quartzite East and West Bluffs above the glacially dammed lake — about 11 miles point-to-point as published. Camping along the segment is at the state park's campgrounds rather than backcountry sites.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,776 ft to 4,767 ft over 10.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 3.1 mi · 29%
- Downhill 5.4 mi · 50%
- Flat 2.3 mi · 21%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Ice Age Trail — Devil's Lake / Baraboo Hills take?
Most backpackers hike the Ice Age Trail — Devil's Lake / Baraboo Hills in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 10.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Ice Age Trail — Devil's Lake / Baraboo Hills?
The Ice Age Trail — Devil's Lake / Baraboo Hills climbs roughly 1,385 ft total — about 128 ft per mile, topping out near 1,467 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.