The Good Land - Bouldering at Devil's Lake, Wisconsin

The Good Land takes you to Devil’s Lake State Park in Wisconsin, where quartzite blocks and hidden landings have quietly shaped one of the Midwest’s most beloved bouldering scenes. From Louder Than Eleven and filmmaker Joshua Uhl, this short film captures a decade-long resurgence as local climbers breathe life into classic areas, brush off overlooked stone, and hunt for new lines across the lake’s rugged shoreline. What makes it worth your time is the mix of movement and meaning: powerful attempts, patient problem-solving, and the kind of community energy that turns a spot into a home. With a strong cast of climbers, crisp filming, and a soundtrack that keeps the pace moving, it’s a compact dose of motivation—whether you know Devil’s Lake by heart or just want to feel what “the good land” means when the rock finally goes.

Louder Than Eleven · 12:05

Devil's Lake state park is home to some of the best bouldering the Midwest has to offer. Over the past 10 years the lake and it's surrounding areas has experienced a bouldering resurgence. A group of dedicated climbers have poured their lives into this place, reviving old areas and relentlessly searching for new lines. Devil's Lake is unique and holds a special place in the hearts of those who have taken the time to fully experience it. Welcome to The Good Land. Produced By: Joshua Uhl (www.joshuauhl.com) , Louder Than 11 (www.LT11.com) Featureing: Ben Strobel, Ian Cotter-Brown, Katie Schultz, Peter Bonamici Video: Joshua Uhl Additional Footage: Peter Bonamici Edit: Joshua Uhl, Jon Glassberg Production supervisors: Jon Glassberg ,Jordan Shipman Music: Brett Saxon - From the Living Room, One Thing Kognitif - In Da Mood, Deep Narcosis MC Cullah - Soul Challenger Professor Kliq - Steam Sleep Two Days to Alaska - Evergreen