Discover Devils Lake

Devils Lake offers a range of ways to plan a stay around different interests: culture in the downtown area, sports and recreation, the annual summer event Devils Run, and outdoor activities in the surrounding area. If you’re looking for hotels in Devils Lake, these highlights can help you organize your own travel plans. The sections below distinguish attractions in town from destinations nearby.

Culture and History in the Downtown Area

The Lake Region Heritage Center is located in the former post office in downtown Devils Lake. It houses an extensive collection of exhibits on the history of the Lake Region and the surrounding community. The Center also hosts art exhibitions and historical presentations throughout the year. Individual exhibits and presentation dates may change; if a particular topic is a deciding factor for you, check the relevant schedule before visiting.

Buildings along Main Street in the downtown area retain brickwork and design elements dating from around the turn of the century. Two murals are also located downtown along 4th Avenue. The “Dr. Suess” mural is near the alley between 4th Street and 5th Street. Together, these places offer different ways to explore the city’s design and history.

Recreation and Events

The Dockside Entertainment Center in Devils Lake offers bowling lanes, multisport simulators, an indoor playground and pickleball courts. Visitors need a membership or a day pass to enter. If you include the Center in your plans, take this access requirement into account.

Devils Run takes place annually in the summer in Devils Lake. The event includes classic cars, hot rods, a parade and car rallies. The specific event dates and activities may change. If you’re planning a stay around Devils Run, check the dates and schedule for your planned visit.

Nature and Activities Nearby

Nearby, Grahams Island State Park offers opportunities for a day by the lake, hiking trails and a visitor center. It also has more than three miles of groomed cross-country ski trails. A variety of outdoor activities are available, and the trails provide a specific option if cross-country skiing is one of your interests.

White Horse Hill National Game Preserve protects bison, elk, prairie dogs and more than 214 bird species. It has a driving loop and hiking trails, as well as opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. The activities range from driving the loop to exploring on foot; wildlife viewing and photography are also among the listed options.

The Devils Lake region offers year-round opportunities for open-water and ice fishing, boating, camping and hunting. These activities provide different ways to enjoy the outdoors. Which ones suit your trip depends on what you want to focus on during your stay.

Getting Your Bearings

Nearby, the Devils Lake Visitor Center offers Wi-Fi and answers questions about attractions and activities in the surrounding area and along Highway 2. If you plan to visit, check current operating information beforehand, as details may change.

For the broader travel overview: Ramsey.