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Devil's Doorway Loop Trailhead
4.9 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Running trail in Baraboo, Wisconsin · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Devil's Doorway Loop Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Devil's Doorway Loop Trailhead
“That said, it was beautiful and reminded me of hikes I've done in Colorado.”
Very nice trail to go. It is rocky and rocks are rather slippery, so prepare for it.
Awesome hiking trail. If you start here, prepare for a gnarly accent up a boulder field but you’ll be rewarded with astounding views and a sense of accomplishment. The rocks can get covered in dirt, sand and leaves and become slippery at times so watch your step.
Recommended as number one trail in Wisconsin. It's $16 for a parking pass for the day. We bought it at the kiosk because there was no one attending the ranger building. We had hiked another state park nearby and it was only $11. Not sure about the price difference.
This is my preferred trailhead to start from for the east bluff as i would rather do one of the three stairfull paths at the start then the end. You have the option of going with balancing rock, the most direct has the most stairs, and the famous rock gormy; potholes which is a little detour, has a bit less stairs,…
Trail conditions & character
“If you start here, prepare for a gnarly accent up a boulder field but you’ll be rewarded with astounding views and a sense of accomplishment.”
“I did not have on my Garmin watch so I can't tell you the elevation gained.”
“This is my preferred trailhead to start from for the east bluff as i would rather do one of the three stairfull paths at the start then the end.”
“The rocks can be slick so watch your step as you enjoy this spectacular loop!”
“It is rocky and rocks are rather slippery, so prepare for it.”
Plan your run at Devil's Doorway Loop Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
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