Parks + Recreation News & Events

Test your knowledge of Sauk County Parks!
Complete the crossword puzzle found to the left or below (bigger size) and send to our office to be entered to win a prize. Complete rules and details can be found below. Good luck! 

Rules and details: Take advantage of our website for hints! Puzzles can be picked up from the Sauk County Parks and Recreation Office or found online at www.co.sauk.wi.us/parksandrecreation/parks-recreation-news-events. Completed, accurate crossword puzzles must be submitted by 8:00 AM on February 17, 2025. Crossword puzzles can be submitted through our social media platforms (including Facebook and Instagram messages or comments), email to parks.rec@saukcountywi.gov, phone to 608-355-4800 or in-person at the Sauk County Parks and Recreation office (S7995 White Mound Drive, Hillpoint, WI 53937). The office is typically open Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 4 PM. Only one entry and prize per person. There will be 1 prize awarded. In the event of a tie, the winner will be chosen randomly. No purchase necessary. Prizes must be claimed by May 26, 2025.

Any person who has a qualifying disability that requires this event to be in an accessible location or format should contact Sauk County Parks and Recreation at 608-355-4800 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, exclusive of legal holidays, at least 48 hours in advance of participation in the event so that reasonable arrangements can be made to accommodate each request. Please call our office at 608-355-4800 with any questions.

Guess How Many!
The Guess How Many event has ended, with approximately 230 participants! We had two people guess the correct number of 65 can koozies. The winner that was chosen at random was Chad Fry (give us a call at 608-355-4800 or email us at parks.rec@saukcountywi.gov to claim your prize). Thank you to everyone that participated!

White Mound Drive Closed
Most of White Mound Drive is now closed until spring. You can still access the boat landing via Lake Road, and our office/beach area using White Mound Drive off of County Road GG.

2025 Annual Passes 
Our 2025 Sauk County Annual Stickers are now available! The stickers are valid for any Sauk County Park. Honorably discharged veterans who reside in Sauk County can receive a free Sauk County Annual Sticker by going to the Veteran's Service Office located at the West Square Building in Baraboo.

Scarecrow Scramble event
Our first Scarecrow Scramble event is now complete - we had approximately 166 participants, including two classrooms from the Reedsburg School District! The hidden message was: If I only had a brain. Our winners include Kristen, Tracey and Kelly, all of whom have been contacted. Thanks to everyone for participating! Rules and details: Prizes must be claimed by May 26, 2025.

New speed humps installed in White Mound County Park
Heads up when traveling White Mound Drive! Due to increased pedestrian traffic in White Mound County Park, new speed humps were installed near the office/beach area, campground entrance and horse campground. Please use caution when driving and let us know if you have any questions.

New for 2024 - Accessible Hunting Blind at White Mound County Park
We're excited to announce the addition of an accessible hunting blind at White Mound County Park! Nestled behind the park maintenance building near a food plot area sits the blind - complete with two chairs, heat, electricity and lighting. The blind is available to those with a valid Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources permit for people with disabilities to hunt deer and turkey. Click here or give us a call for more details!