Suggestions for Park near Madison

NoirSocialite • July 13, 2014Bike trails, walking beautiful zoo with beautiful giraffes, monkeys, & all types of animals!! Beautiful ponds and a beach!! My favorite park in Madison

Suzanne X. • March 19, 2017Nice stroll around the park, be sure to check out the pavilion if it's open.

Rachel A. • June 5, 2011Bring your hiking boots - over 20 miles worth of trails!

Jason K. • September 14, 2014Nice park and pavilion. A couple of cranes have made one of the pond areas their home.

Miles H. • December 6, 2015Sunsets, wave splashes, beach, three distinct different shore lines! I lived in front of this park for eight years! Might be a bit chilly & breezy in the winter, but I loved it! Believe It! *east pic*

Taiowa W. • January 16, 2023Great walking along the lake

D'Angelo L. • December 17, 2011Lots of space. Great view of downtown and the capitol. Quality basketball courts (2) and sand volleyball pits. Launch your boat too.

Jason K. • August 10, 2014Fantastic park, great view of the city. Rented the pavilion a few years ago and got married in it. Perfect location for a wedding.

Chris J. • June 18, 2013It's a beautiful park with lots of walking/biking trails and some nice little lakes/bridges. Has a nice dog park. Pretty active place in summer. Can be a little sketchy at times but isn't everywhere?

Patrick • July 31, 2013Great singing lessons in the rotunda! They always encourage visitors to express their vocal skills!

Jason K. • September 2, 2014Beautiful park to enjoy fishing, swimming or boating. Great Muskie lake as well. Stop by the spillway in the spring to see them jump into the lake.

Matthew R. • August 28, 2011Awesome festival here every year.

AB M. • August 11, 2013Nice open space and a giant tree perfect for picnics or grassy reading.

Sara T. • May 31, 2010Check out the Northern Red Oak near the Dream Park Shelter along the shore of the lake. This tree was planted for the Plant a Wish project on Memorial Day 2010 with wishes underneath!

Josef B. • October 6, 2019An amazing overview of the many works and deeds of our alumni. Great gardens and views.

Bikabout • June 12, 2014Surrounded by a collection of mid century modern homes built on the side of rocky cliffs.

Jared C. • February 15, 2012nice place to walk the dog

Taiowa W. • September 8, 2024Well designed pavilion with a view over-excellent for a meal. There are plenty of sports fields, sand volleyball, and tennis courts. You can also find some native growth areas as you walk around.

Amy R. • July 20, 2016Great view of the capital that would be excellent for a picnic

DK G. • May 21, 2010Not only is this a great park in the summer, but in the winter it has 2 ice skating rinks.

Scott U. • July 9, 2016Actually a nice place to go for a swim. Floating island with diving board is pretty sweet!

Dave S. • December 22, 2015The fastest way into the park during peak times is by crossing John Nolan Dr. from E Olin Ave. Or, driving southbound on John Nolan. Otherwise prepare for a half hour wait in traffic from Hwy 12 / 18.

Liz R. • November 13, 2011If you ever have to use Handicap accessible do it. They take really good care of you. Thanks so much.

Carol B. • March 24, 2014Beautiful park highly recommend walking around the pond & up the island/hill.

Prentice B. • July 3, 2013Great family friendly fireworks every year. Tasty bacon wrapped hot dogs with jalapeños across Mckenna too!

Le Anne d. • July 12, 2013Tiny tot playground and lifeguard beach.

James T. • September 21, 2011Nice soccer fields and tennis courts in the back.

Horacio N. • May 19, 2024A great park for dogs and just a nice walk. There are waste stations with available poop bags for everyone. Please clean after your pets and keep the park clean.

Rob K. • June 4, 2021Great park with cool views. Super close to Madison and MKE.

Kristi H. • January 20, 2014Great dog park with lots of room for dogs to run and play!