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Visit Cranes of the World Entrance June 2000.

Between Devil’s Lake and the Dells is a true gem for nature lovers…Spend as much time as you like visiting the birds, hiking the preserve’s trails, and learning about the foundation’s vital work. If you didn’t love cranes before you arrived, you will leave wanting to do whatever you can to save them.

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Thank you for another wonderful visitor season. Our crane gates are now closed for the season, but we hope to see you next year beginning May 1. We will be open daily through Oct. 31, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Located in Baraboo amid the farmlands of southern Wisconsin, the International Crane Foundation’s headquarters are just ten minutes from the Wisconsin Dells and surrounding Baraboo Hills. Visit to learn about the world’s cranes – we are the only place in the world with all 15 species – walk the nature trails, and browse our popular gift shop.

Click on the image to view a map of our exhibit area. In addition, view our nature trail map here, and download the complete visitor guide here.

Are you exploring our site on your own? Our new self-guided tour app is downloadable from the Apple App Store for iPhone and the Google Play Store for Android. Search for International Crane Foundation to download.

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Hours, Admissions & Directions

Our site is open daily from May 1 to October 31, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Public tours are at 10 a.m. and 1 and 3 p.m. on weekends only in May, September and October and daily in June, July and August. These guided tours are up to 1 hour and are a themed topic. Examples of topics include Cranes and Culture, Crane Behavior 101, and Spirit of Africa. To learn more about reserving a 1.5 to 2-hour private group tour, please click here.

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Events

Events

Cranes of the World at the International Crane Foundation is the perfect family experience! Annual events at our headquarters include free admission for moms and dads on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, Cranes of the World Celebration and Member Appreciation Day. Join us!

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