Baraboo Hills

Five million dollars has been set aside in a special program to protect the Baraboo Hills in Sauk County. Funds are available to the DNR, local governments and NCOs to acquire land and easements within the boundaries of the Baraboo Range National Natural Landmark.

The Baraboo Hills supports one of the largest contiguous upland hardwood forests in the Midwest, and harbors an incredible diversity of species, including more than 1,800 different kinds of plants and animals. Scenic vistas, waterfalls, interesting rock formations, deep forests and wildlife are all part of the reason for a cooperative effort by the Department, local government and NCOs to protect the Hills.