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Halloween Hike & Pumpkin Carving Contest

  • Devil's Lake State Park S5975 Park Road Baraboo, WI, 53913 United States (map)
Jack-o-lanterns at the Devil’s Lake Pumpkin Carving Contest

Pumpkin Carving Contest
3 - 5:30 PM

Join us for our first-ever pumpkin carving contest at the North Shore, between the Chateau and the Visitor’s Center.

  • 4 contest categories based on age (0-5, 6-11, 12-17, and 18+ years).

  • Prizes will include a 2022 park sticker for the adult winner and $25 Culver's gift cards for the 0 to 17-year age groups.

  • We will supply the pumpkins and all carving/painting supplies.

  • Carving will take place from 3:00 to 5:30 PM.

  • Judging will be done by Halloween Hikers.

Bonfire at Devil’s Lake State Park Halloween Hike

Halloween Hike & Campfire
6 - 8:30 PM

Join us for a one-mile torch torch-lit hike, then stay and socialize by the fire. Sue Johansen-Mayoleth, our Park Naturalist will once again have a lot of fun activities including crafts and trivia, with a snake theme this year.

  • Show off your costume by the campfire.

  • Roast marshmellows for a s’more or two.

  • Enjoy tasty treats at the Chateau.

  • Learn out snakes and join us for crafts.

  • Pick up your snake trivia game cards at the Rock Elm Shelter before you head out on your hike.

  • Stop by our Selfie Station.

Earlier Event: October 11
Board Meeting
Later Event: November 8
Board Meeting