The Driftless Area of southwest Wisconsin is a landscape untouched by glaciers, where deep river valleys carve through ancient bluffs and hidden coulees create a topography unlike anywhere else in the Midwest. This is a region of dramatic geological drama—limestone cliffs rise suddenly from pastoral valleys, and the Kickapoo River winds through some of the most scenic terrain the Upper Midwest has to offer. Whether you're kayaking past sandstone walls, hiking ridge-top trails, or simply watching mist rise from the valleys at dawn, the Driftless Area rewards visitors with a sense of discovery and geological grandeur.
Key Attractions
View all attractions →Cave of the Mounds
This stunning natural cave system features crystalline formations, an underground lake, and a working mine that showcases the region's dramatic geological heritage. A must-see for understanding the unique karst landscape that defines the Driftless Area.
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Kickapoo River
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Wyalusing State Park
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