Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Madison

Carol B. • November 1, 2013Story time here is amazing! The teacher is great & the craft activities are outstanding. Register early as classes fill quickly.

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

Eric L. • January 29, 2012On snowy winter days, try trail running in the ski tracks. It's nice and smooth. Kidding. The skiers don't like that.

jena s. • November 15, 2014Beautiful in the summer and fall and great for ice skating in the winter

Ashley D. • July 23, 2013Beautiful!! In all aspects. Location. Weather. Wind. Sun exposure! Water location! Accessibility!!

Dan M. • September 8, 2013Some of the light poles have working power outlets. Sit on a bench or curb and charge your phone! Check out the Kilwins on State Street. Best sweets, chocolate & fudge in Madison.

Terrence • April 14, 2012basketball, volleyball, sand, picnic.. this park has it all

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.

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

Leybi B. • August 6, 2016Rent a kayak it is super fun

Lina • July 30, 2011Beautiful path by lake. U can stop and swim, picnic

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.

Lisa M. • April 25, 2010Tons of shops with unique and affordable items. Some of the best food and entertainment is along this street too!

Khara S. • September 13, 2022WI Badgers Rock! Jump around!

Sue L. • May 4, 2018Always worth a trip to Olbrich!

Carol B. • July 10, 2023Beautiful, small garden but very much worth repeat visits!

Joseph • January 31, 2011Some of the best cross country ski trails in Southern Wisconsin. Well maintained trails are groomed for classical. More than 11 miles of challenging trails. Trail pass required.

Brian R. • September 12, 2016At the very end of the trail you can climb down and sit on the rocks with your feet in the water while enjoying the view of campus back across the lake.

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.

Spencer S. • March 8, 2013Beautiful view overlooking Elizabeth Waters Residence Hall

Taiowa W. • April 18, 2023A huge dog park with multiple sections and entrances. It can get muddy after the rain and it is tough to keep your dog away from the patches, but outside of those and the lack of shade, a solid park

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?

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

Cari M. • June 15, 2012I live right by Elver park and it a very beautiful place. I recommend going there to see the fireworks!

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.

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

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!!!

Dick T. • September 16, 2012Bring your bikes and explore the local network of trails!