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 Welcome to Dane County, Wisconsin's Best Source for Recreation and Parks .

 

Capital Springs State Park and Recreation Area

3101 Lake Farm Road
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 224-3606
http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/specific/
capsprings/index.html

This new state park in Dane County was established during Wisconsin State Parks' 2000 centennial year. Capital Springs is a partnership project between Dane County Parks and Wisconsin State Parks. Although still in the planning process, Capital Springs offers many recreational opportunities including hiking, biking, fishing, wildlife watching, picnicking and camping.

Governor Nelson State Park

5140 County Hwy. M
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 831-3005

On 10,000-acre Lake Mendota, recreation and nature mingle within sight of the state Capitol. Boating, fishing, picnicking and swimming are favorite activities. Restored prairie and savanna, effigy mounds, boat launch, swimming area, pet swimming area, hiking and ski trails. No camping.

Lake Kegonsa State Park

2405 Door Creek Road
Stoughton, WI 53589
(608) 873-9695
http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/specific/lakekegonsa/

Kegonsa means "lake of many fishes" and it is one of southern Wisconsin's most productive fishing holes. The White Oak Nature Trail's effigy mounds are of great interest to many visitors. The woodlands, prairies and wetlands attract campers, hikers and skiers.