Wisconsin Dells: A Comprehensive Guide to Waterparks, Resorts, Tours, and More by Dirk Vanderwilt

Introduction     15
How to Use this Book     16
Wisconsin Dells History     19
Area Orientation     31
Dells of the Wisconsin River     31
Who Visits the Dells?     34
Tourist Areas     36
Things to do in Wisconsin Dells     38
Getting Information     40
Packing for your Trip     41
Transportation     42
Spending the Night     44
Seasons and Temperatures     45
Dells Tours     49
Duck & Boat Tours     49
Other Dells Experiences     54
Waterparks & Amusement Parks     57
Waterpark Resorts     65
Major Waterpark Resorts     66
Hotels with Smaller Waterparks     71
Classic Accommodations     77
Downtown Dells Area     78
North Pkwy (Mt Olympus) Area     80
Mid-Pkwy (Noah's Ark) Area     81
South Pkwy (Tommy Bartlett) Area     82
Campgrounds     84
Animals and Nature     87
Horseback Riding     87
Animal Encounters     89
Boating and Fishing     90
State Parks     93
Area Attractions     97
Museums     97
Walk-Through Attractions     100
Train Experiences     104
Live Shows     105
Fun for Grown-Ups     109
Golf Courses     112
Other Fun Things     114
Select Restaurants     133
Fudge and Sweets     136
Nearby Attractions     139
Other Area Attractions     139
Madison     141
The House on the Rock     145
What is the House?     145
History     146
Touring the House     148
Resort Complex     151
Recommendations     155
Travel Scenarios     155
Author Recommendations     158
Websites     160
Index     163