Dane County Parks
Dane County Parks will be hosting a volunteer workday on Friday, December 21, 2018 from 9 am - 2 pm at the Prairie Moraine Dog Exercise area. The plan is to remove invasive species to promote a healthy oak woodland. During this time the park will be CLOSED to park visitors. Volunteers are invited to join and participate in the workday! Visit our Event webpage for more information and to sign up.
2019 Park Permits are now available for sale via our online store -- these make great holiday gifts!
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 are now 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.