Dane County Parks
Due to heavy rainfall, Dane County has declared a slow-no-wake for the entire surface of Lake Mendota, Monona, Waubesa and Kegonsa.
- Tenney Lock is CLOSED for boat passage until further notice due to very high water
- CamRock County Park multiuse trail is CLOSED from Cambridge to Shelter #1 due to flooding
- Boat camping is CLOSED at Mendota County Park
- Pavement Restoration work is underway on 6.5 miles of the Capital City Trail. As paving of the trail is completed, sections of trail may appear finished, but the trail is still closed as signage, line striping, shouldering, landscaping and detectable warning panel work are on-going. It is anticipated work may be completed and the trail will reopen sometime in mid-September - press release.
Large equipment will be operating near the Indian Lake boat launch/access trail to Dog Park from September 12 - October 31, 2018. Dog owners should keep their dog on a leash until they get past the construction zone. The construction project is part of a lake restoration effort that will include the installation of an accessible fishing pier.
Located in south-central Wisconsin, Dane County Parks offers a variety of recreational opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. Natural environments are venues for quiet getaways as well as unique locations for your special event. Dane County Parks is dedicated to making your experience enjoyable and takes an active role to enhance and preserve the county’s finest natural resources.
- 26 Recreation Parks, including 7 Dog Parks
- 16 Wildlife Areas
- 14 Natural Resource Areas
- 6 Historical/Cultural Sites
- 2 Forests
- Over 100 miles of Trails - Including Bicycle, Equestrian, and Cross-country Ski Trails
- 5 Campgrounds and Multiple Adult and Youth Group Camp Sites
- Lussier Family Heritage Center
Your tax-deductible donation will help us continue to maintain and improve the Dane County Park System. A variety of donation and memorial options are available.