Southwest Wisconsin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Devil's lake state park in Wisconsin!
The "The Ice Age Scenic trail loop", a short part of the National scenic trail.

If you're around the area,make sure to put this park and specifically this trail on your check list!
It is a beautiful hike,with a very special view of a range of deep to light colors of blue lake surrounding by 500 foot high quartzite bluffs,which was created by glacier. This trail is 14 mile trek with many offered amenities; such as fishing, boat ramp, swimming, and bird watching, there is plenty to keep everyone having fun. Best of all-this park is pet friendly! 

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Devil's lake state park in Wisconsin!
The "The Ice Age Scenic trail loop", a short part of the National scenic trail.

If you're around the area,make sure to put this park and specifically this trail on your check list!
It is a beautiful hike,with a very special view of a range of deep to light colors of blue lake surrounding by 500 foot high quartzite bluffs,which was created by glacier. This trail is 14 mile trek with many offered amenities; such as fishing, boat ramp, swimming, and bird watching, there is plenty to keep everyone having fun. Best of all-this park is pet friendly! 

#hiking #travel #crosscountry #devilslake #wisconsin #statepark #backpacking
Ice castle at Wi Dells.
Along the CCC Trail, east wall.
Madison Union terrace. Madison has so many things to do- rent out some boats, canoes, go hiking, walk the trails, or sit by the water and enjoy the beauty!

Where to stay in Southwest Wisconsin

Wisconsin State Capitol building, view from Monona Terrace rooftop.; Shutterstock ID 5305432

Downtown Madison

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Orpheum Theater or Overture Center for the Arts might round out your trip.

Downtown Madison
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Lake Delton

If you're spending some time in Lake Delton, Noah's Ark Waterpark and Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Park are top sights worth seeing.

Lake Delton
Moss and flowing water of the dells of the eau claire in Aniwa, Wisconsin

Spring Brook

If you're spending some time in Spring Brook, Spring Brook Golf Course and Lake Blass are top sights worth seeing.

Spring Brook
The International Friendship Gardens in La Crosse, WI offer beautiful blooms from various sister cities around the world. I love the German gardens. The gardens are near the convergence of three rivers; the Mighty Mississippi, Black River, and La Crosse River. 😊🌼 #flowers

Historic Downtown La Crosse

The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown La Crosse. A stop by La Crosse Center or Oktoberfest Grounds might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown La Crosse
Madison Skyline

Monona

Visitors to Monona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Aldo Leopold Nature Center is worth a stop.

Monona
The duck tour on Wisconsin river is must to experience if you visit wisconsin

Downtown Wisconsin Dells

While visiting Downtown Wisconsin Dells, you might make a stop by sights like Dell View Golf Course and Ripley's Believe It or Not.

Downtown Wisconsin Dells
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

3.5 out of 5
1 W Dayton St Madison WI
Stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,481 reviews)
Very clean, friendly and knowledgeable staff and we really appreciated the free shuttle service around town!!

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort

Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort

3 out of 5
655 N. Frontage Road Wisconsin Dells WI
The price is AU$80 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$80
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Wisconsin Dells. Enjoy an outdoor pool, free water park access and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (2,607 reviews)
Not much staff around in the hotel area. Water park lots of staff/lifeguards. One section of water park was closed the 2nd day and

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West

Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West

2.5 out of 5
8102 Excelsior Dr Madison WI
The price is AU$97 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
AU$97
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,158 reviews)
It was great!

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Dylin by Mint House

The Dylin by Mint House

4 out of 5
611 E Dayton St Madison WI
Stay at this aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Camp Randall Stadium and Alliant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (123 reviews)
Super convenient, onsite parking was super easy to use (for a fee)

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

The Dylin by Mint House
Bluegreen Odyssey Dells

Bluegreen Odyssey Dells

3.5 out of 5
1701 Wisconsin Dells Parkway Wisconsin Dells WI
Stay at this family-friendly condo in Wisconsin Dells. Enjoy free water park access, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kalahari ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (169 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable room, nice amenities as the fully stocked kitchen supplies if I were to want do some cooking of food. Just wish I would have known about the resort fee when I was booking my stay since there was no mention of there being one, also no mention that the indoor water park was ...

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Bluegreen Odyssey Dells
Downtown-ULTIMATE Fam & Friend Getaway - Arcade GameRoom- Basketball Court

Downtown-ULTIMATE Fam & Friend Getaway - Arcade GameRoom- Basketball Court

2 out of 5
Wisconsin Dells WI
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Wisconsin Dells. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Kalahari Indoor Waterpark and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
The house was awesome!!

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Downtown-ULTIMATE Fam & Friend Getaway - Arcade GameRoom- Basketball Court
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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