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Devil's Doorway Rock Formation – CCC Trail overlook loop from East Bluff South Face

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United States

Wisconsin

Sauk County

Devil's Doorway Rock Formation – CCC Trail overlook loop from East Bluff South Face

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Devil's Doorway Rock Formation – CCC Trail overlook loop from East Bluff South Face

05:43

19.5km

500m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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10 m

Highway 113 Parking Area

Highlight • Parking

Space for approx. 10 vehicles.

Tip by

195 m

Upland Trail Loop

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail offers lush surroundings and consistent shade, with some pleasant hills to hike. Along the way, you'll encounter several spots where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of a creek.

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6.10 km

North Shore Beach, Devil's Lake

Highlight • Beach

Another great place to launch a paddle craft and this side has the gift shop and small food service building

Tip by

8.01 km

View of Spirit Lake from West Bluff Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

This viewpoint, with a 400-foot elevation gain, provides breathtaking vistas of Spirit Lake. Be sure to come prepared, as the trail leading to it is rocky, and wearing proper footwear is essential.

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8.26 km

West Bluff Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a part of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. The trail is fairly steep until you crest the bluff and has lots of rough-cut stone steps that help …

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10.1 km

Viewpoint

11.5 km

Devil's Doorway Rock Formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

This is one of the most iconic rock formations in the Wisconsin region, offering breathtaking views. However, it's important to exercise caution, as the trail to reach this spot can …

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13.2 km

Elephant Rock View of Spirit Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

With the right angle and a little bit of imagination, you can see how this spot got its name, as the rock formation resembles an elephant lying down. Plus, the views of Spirit Lake from this area are truly breathtaking.

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16.3 km

CCC Trail overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

From here you get great views off the bluffs across a protected oak forest to South Bluff beyond. The rock formations are unique and crumble into a steep talus field below the trail.

Tip by

19.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.48 km

5.48 km

5.21 km

1.38 km

Surfaces

6.53 km

6.07 km

4.67 km

1.34 km

620 m

307 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (290 m)

Weather

Today

Thursday 16 July

32°C

21°C

66 %

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Devil's Doorway Rock Formation – CCC Trail overlook loop from East Bluff South Face

Highway 113 Parking Area

Upland Trail Loop

North Shore Beach, Devil's Lake

View of Spirit Lake from West Bluff Trail

West Bluff Trail

Devil's Doorway Rock Formation

Elephant Rock View of Spirit Lake

CCC Trail overlook

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