10 Outdoor Activities in Wisconsin Dells That You Shouldn't Miss

September 14, 2021 Jacquiline Delozier

Shaped by the currents and curves of the Wisconsin River, Wisconsin Dells has been a favorite family vacation destination for more than 150 years. An explosion of indoor water parks has turned the Dells from a summer hot spot to a year-round destination. Kids will enjoy the seemingly endless supply of fun and games, from go-karts to miniature golf, sideshows to thrill rides. If the weather's right, you can take a Duck tour of land and water, and top it all off with a heaping helping of the local fudge.
Restaurants in Wisconsin Dells

1. Lost Canyon Tours

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5.0 based on 1,237 reviews

Lost Canyon Tours

This is a Horse Drawn Carriage ride through a scenic canyon. Drivers entertain guest with history facts and the lore of the canyon while charming you with their personality and wit. These tours are not scripted and are much more personal and interactive than other similar tours in the ares. The Beauty of the Draft Horses that pull the carriages is only topped by the Majesty of the Canyon itself! This is one of the original attractions that made Wisconsin Dells a major attraction and is still a must see today! Closed Aproximately Nov.-March.

2. Vertical Illusions

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5.0 based on 301 reviews

Vertical Illusions

Vertical Illusions offers one of a kind Zip Lining, Kayaking and Rock Climbing Tours that are sure to be the highlight of your vacation! While exploring and playing in the Wisconsin River and among the rocky crags you will be viewing endangered plants, rare habitats and wildlife! Whether you’re looking for a crazy adventure or a nice relaxing float down the river, our professional Guides will customize a perfect worry-free trip for any group! Try our newest 15 Zip Line Eco Canopy Tour: Zip Line off cliffs, over canyons and through the Canopy of Chimney Rock Park!

3. Bigfoot Zipline

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5.0 based on 2,425 reviews

Bigfoot Zipline

Open Year Round! Fast, fun and exhilarating. This 2 hour spectacular adventure offers nature lovers and thrill seekers, aged 4-80, an epic opportunity to zip through the treetops on a network of cables suspended high above the forest floor.This original course is a true treetop canopy tour and the first World Class Zipline in Wisconsin Dells. You will zip from tower to tower through majestic oaks and northwoods pines on 7 separate ziplines ranging from 462' - 1397' long.

4. Wildthing Jetboat Tours - Day Tours

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5.0 based on 409 reviews

Wildthing Jetboat Tours - Day Tours

Wisconsin Dells Wildthing Jetboat Tours 50% Fast, 50% Slow, 100% Fun! The excitement begins with Wildthing Jet Boat Tours! Powerful. . . 1200 horsepower, over 20,000 gallons of water per minute thrusting you through Upper Dells Glacial Park on the beautiful Wisconsin River! We hear passengers say, "Let's ride the Wildthing again!" on a daily basis! Expect power stops, 360 spins, and sprays of water coming at you from all angles!

5. Dells Watersports

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5.0 based on 141 reviews

Dells Watersports

Dells Watersports is a full service marina Yamaha and Evinrude dealer. Open 7 days a week staffed with certified marine technicians including a Master Yamaha technician. Avalon pontoon dealer. Watercraft rentals on 3 area lakes. Castle Rock , Lake Delton , on Mirror Lake. All offer a diverse fun boating experience for all level of boaters. Started in 1978 family run business. We are 7 days a week thru the summer season.

6. Redbeard Bowfishing Tours

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5.0 based on 78 reviews

Redbeard Bowfishing Tours

Redbeard Bowfishing offers private bowfishing tours on the beautiful scenic Wisconsin River! While on your private bowfishing tour we teach you to use bows and crossbows safely to hunt fish! We offer day or night tours during the day we tend to see more schools of fish. While at night we use high power led floodlights that light the river up. We see the river come to life at night with wildlife such as fish, deer, beaver, turtles, cranes, owls and more. We guide you on the river where you can see all the beautiful rock formations while hunting the invasive species fish of the river! Fun for Most ages! Bachelor and bachelorette partys team building!

7. Dells Zipline Adventures

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5.0 based on 170 reviews

Dells Zipline Adventures

Dells Zipline Adventures (formerly Heightened Adventures) offers a Zipline and Adventure Park located on six scenic acres within Chula Vista Resort. You will find something for everyone in the family. Our Zipline Park consists of 7 thrilling ziplines that soar above and through a picturesque canyon and classic Wisconsin Dells sandstone rock formations. The Adventure park consists of four courses with a varying degree of height and difficulty. Participants can explore the courses at their own pace while creating memories to last a lifetime. Before entering the parks, participants will go through an orientation session with our highly trained park monitors at our on site "Ground School." Dells Zipline Adventures makes for an amazing individual or group experience. For those who wish to watch the fun there are observation areas for family members and friends to get a great view of the action.

8. Bigfoot Ropes Course

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5.0 based on 139 reviews

Bigfoot Ropes Course

Get ready to experience a ropes course like no other! Adventure, excitement and thrills abound at the D-Day Invasion Adventure Park. This aerial adventure park is themed after the WWII Normandy Beach invasion, where our next-door neighbors, the Dells Army Ducks were used.

9. Compass Airsports

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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Compass Airsports

Paragliding and Paramotoring Lessons and Certification; Tandem Instructional Flights; One-time Instructional Flights on Tandem Paraglider OR Tandem Powered Paraglider; Gear Sales

10. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf

193 State Highway 13, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965-7929 +1 608-254-7500 http://www.piratescovewisdells.com/
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4.5 based on 850 reviews

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf

Five Mini-Golf Courses - 91 Holes. Beautiful Landscaping.

Reviewed By Dr_Xaos - Palatine, United States

Visited location with a friend while we were in the area for the weekend. Pirate's Cove has 5 different 18+ courses that you can play. We ended up playing four of the five courses over a 4+ hour span on a Friday afternoon/evening. Would have played the fifth course as well, but it was temporarily closed at the time. The courses are range from easy to hard difficulties, so you have a lot of choices of what sort of courses you wish to play. The decor is fairly standard throughout the location, but there are some variations that keep things interesting (i.e., waterfalls, bridges, tunnel/cave, etc.). Prices aren't cheap, which can make playing multiple courses and/or with multiple people rather steep. However, they provide a ½ off price deal for each course played after the first. Location offers other options in addition to the mini-golf courses. There's a play area for kids as well as a sun dial that is pretty neat to see. They also have some candy and ice cream shops for those desiring a treat after playing some games.

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