Sun & Summit DestinationsWisconsin Dells: Waterparks, Rock Formations and River Tours
The waterpark capital of the world, with sandstone canyons along the Wisconsin River.
- Best time
- June to August for outdoor parks; indoor waterparks are open all year
- Getting there
- About an hour from Madison and three hours from Chicago by car
- Getting around
- A car is easiest. Most attractions are along Wisconsin Dells Parkway
- Stay
- 3–4 nights
Waterparks
The Dells has the largest concentration of waterparks in the country, indoor and outdoor. Many resorts have their own, so check what your stay includes before buying day passes elsewhere.
The river and the rocks
Take an Upper Dells boat tour through narrow sandstone canyons, or a Wisconsin Ducks amphibious tour that goes from land to river. The Lower Dells tour is shorter and good for small kids.
Outdoors
- Devil's Lake State Park, about 20 minutes south, for bluff hikes and a swimming beach
- Mirror Lake State Park for kayaking and easy trails
- Paddle the Wisconsin River with a local outfitter
Where to stay
These resorts are in very different spots. Pick the one that fits how you want to spend the trip.
Club Wyndham Glacier CanyonLodge suites inside the Wilderness Territory, connected to its indoor and outdoor water parks.Resort guideClub Wyndham TamarackQuieter Dells resort among sandstone formations, close to shops; water park passes not included.Resort guideSundara Cottages at Wisconsin DellsCottages among white pines and stone outcroppings near the Wilderness Territory in the Dells.Resort guide
Stay at Club Wyndham Glacier Canyon
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