Welcome to the Water Park Capital of the World®. Wisconsin Dells is your destination for amusement and water parks both indoor and out, wildlife attractions both tame and exotic, plus wineries, golf courses, the Ho-Chunk Gaming Casino, and a slew of other scenic activities that have one goal in mind: adventure.
Tucked into a region of sandstone formations carved out by the last North American glacier, Wisconsin Dells is the purveyor of unabashed good times for the Badger State.
Bingo, blackjack, bar food — it all goes down at the Ho-Chunk Gaming Casino and Resort, and with the friendliest of service to boot. A full-service, 24/7 casino that is one of the largest in the country, Ho-Chunk even offers a place to rest your head and a hub for the kids to play while you play. It’s a solid bet.
Despite the innovative water parks and shiny, new roller coasters roaring, the Wisconsin Dells is actually more than 150 years old. It was established in 1856, but, really, the Dells’ history goes back even further. And we mean waaay back.
During the Cambrian period, more than 500 million years ago, sandy shores were cemented into rock. It’s that sandstone that was later shaped and eroded into gorges, bluffs, and canyons by the meltwaters that acted as a dam for Glacial Lake Wisconsin. Fast-forward to today, and the natural wonders now lining Wisconsin Dells are the perfect backdrop for a thrilling adventure.
Boasting more than 16 million gallons of water fun, Wisconsin Dells is the site of water and amusement parks galore, each with its own unique identity and personality. Admit it: There’s a thrill seeker inside of you just dying to splash around at Mt. Olympus, Kalahari, or Noah’s Ark. Try as you may, you won’t find another county in the country with as much water-park passion.
Head over to the their designated website to learn more about Wisconsin Dells’ culture and heritage, places to eat and drink, and spots to play and stay.
