Suggestions for Park near Downtown Madison, Madison

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*

jena s. • November 15, 2014Good for a walk or to see the free concerts

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

Peter O. • August 19, 2013Swim here to prepare for IM. Be sure you have a kayaker with you!

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!

Travis B. • November 8, 2015A wonderful #Park!

Nicolle M. • September 13, 2011Huge wooden park. Looks nice and new, love it!

Horacio N. • May 19A 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.

DK G. • May 3, 2010Check out the giant shoe and go for a slide. Each year the Madison Art Cart and local kids paint it a different theme.

Heidi • August 1, 2012If you like REAL radio, this is the station for you!

Mathematical Association of America • August 1, 2012Thanks for the friendly welcome, Best Western Inn on the Park! MAA MathFest 2012 (#MAAthFest) will take place August 2 -4 at the Monona Terrace Convention Center.

Dale S. • January 29, 2012Arrive early to find parking spot near the exit OR bribe someone at the Capital Square Apartment Parking Complex to let you park there to avoid the traffic woes.

Alexandra A. • January 13, 2013Beautiful walk–especially in the fall!

Pete J. • July 25, 2011The shelter and bathrooms are modern and nice. Watch out for the tire swing!

Adam M. • July 25, 2013Best bikeshare spot for the central part of State Street.

Gemma C. • August 9, 2013Excellent place to watch the sun set in August. There's a firepit, and lots of chairs. But my favorite place is out on the pier :) Best Kept Secret Park in Madison!!!