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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Wisconsin Dells

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Updated April 16, 2021

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Witches Gulch

Over thousands of years, this slot canyon was carved out of the bed of an ancient lake.
Wizard Quest

Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Wizard Quest

A theme park attraction designed to turn your children into LARPers.
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A two-headed chicken at the Wondertorium.

Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Mr. Marvel's Wondertorium

A museum of the dime museum that features weird entertainments of yesteryear, from feejee mermaids to flea circuses.
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Gorge inside the Lost Canyon

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Lost Canyon

This steep-walled ravine contains animal-shaped formations made from sandstone.
2 miles from Wisconsin Dells
A whooping crane at the International Crane Foundation.

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International Crane Foundation

This unique zoo is the only place in the world where you can see all 15 species of crane.
5 miles from Wisconsin Dells

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Man Mound

The remains of a enormous earthen figure of unknown origins cuts across a rural Wisconsin road.
10 miles from Wisconsin Dells
The welcoming clown.

Baraboo, Wisconsin

International Clown Hall of Fame

This circus town museum recognizes the outstanding clowns of history.
10 miles from Wisconsin Dells
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