Dane County Parks
Please ride safely -- users may encounter pockets of ice on the trails especially in low lying areas and on turns.
- CAUTION: The Capital City Trail and the Lower Yahara River Trail are ice covered and slippery
- Dane County is conducting selective tree removals along the Capital City Trail, between Fish Hatchery Road and Seminole Highway this winter. For more information see Press Release and Capital City Trail Pavement Restoration webpage.
- Visit our Closures & Trail Conditions webpage for information on snowmobile and cross-country ski trail closures and conditions.
On December 6, 2018, the aeration of Indian Lake will begin -- park users are urged to use caution on the ice or near shoreline areas. See Press Release for more information.
2019 camping and shelter reservations and park permits are available
- Important information for Indian Lake anglers (May 2018)
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
- 18 Wildlife Areas
- 14 Natural Resource Areas
- 4 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.