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Boat trip · Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Wisconsin Dells Canyons
Boat tours through the Upper Dells and Lower Dells, between sandstone cliffs, islets and narrow gorges like Witches Gulch.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Wisconsin Dells Canyons
The dells are the canyons the Wisconsin River carved into the sandstone over thousands of years, with cliffs up to about 30 meters, islets and side gorges. The Ho-Chunk peoples, who live in the region, have their own stories about the river’s formation, and the landscape was publicized in the late 19th century by photographer Henry Hamilton Bennett.
The Upper Dells tour, north of the dam, goes upriver and makes onshore stops at Witches Gulch, a narrow gorge traversed by a wooden walkway, and at Stand Rock, a stone column where Bennett photographed a man leaping across the gap. The shorter Lower Dells tour passes formations such as the Rocky Islands.
There are also amphibious vehicle tours that enter the water and run along the forest trails.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From one to two and a half hours, depending on the tour.
Best time
From late May to October; in autumn, when the riverside trees change color.
How to get there
The boat docks are in downtown Wisconsin Dells, next to the river.
Tip
The Upper Dells tour, with the onshore stops, is the most complete. Wear sturdy footwear for the Witches Gulch walkways.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Wisconsin Dells Canyons
What is the difference between the Upper Dells and the Lower Dells?
The Upper Dells, north of the dam, have a longer boat tour with onshore stops at Witches Gulch and Stand Rock; the Lower Dells have a shorter tour.
How long is the boat tour in Wisconsin Dells?
From one to two and a half hours, depending on the chosen tour.
When do the Wisconsin Dells boats operate?
In season, from late May to October; check the days on the website.