Balanced Rock – Devil's Lake loop from Devil's Lake State Park

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United States

Wisconsin

Sauk County

Balanced Rock – Devil's Lake loop from Devil's Lake State Park

Hard

4.9

(3411)

11,000

runners

Balanced Rock – Devil's Lake loop from Devil's Lake State Park

00:50

6.93km

160m

Running

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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350 m

Balanced Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

This location is undeniably stunning, providing breathtaking views of Spirit Lake. However, it's of utmost importance to exercise extreme caution, as accessing this point can be dangerous. The trail involves …

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963 m

Spirit Lake (Devil’s Lake)

Highlight • Lake

This lake was created by the glacier, even the sand at the bottom of is made by rocks deposits of the last ice age.

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1.06 km

Devil's Lake

Highlight • Lake

This lake was created by the glacier, even the sand at the bottom of is made by rocks deposits of the last ice age.

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3.31 km

Tumbled Rocks Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

What a great hiking trail and a beautiful lake

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4.59 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

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5.27 km

East Bluff Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

There are three large parking lots near the trailhead, and vault toilets are available if you jog back toward the start of Park Road. From here you have access to …

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5.69 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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6.93 km

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