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The 427-acre park is best known for its five shelter facilities and ample open space for large group picnics and outings. Recreational facilities include five volleyball courts, equestrian trails, miles of hiking and cross country ski trails, a 27-hole disc golf course and a 43-unit campground, plus a group camp area. Other popular features include an accessible fish pier, two dog parks(one for small dogs), two playgrounds and an elevated boardwalk through a sedge meadow marsh. The park also offers winter access to Dane County's 274 miles of snowmobile trails.
To make a reservation online go here: https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/widanectywt.wsc/splash.html (All reservations must be made online or by calling 608-224-3730
Find rules and regulations here: https://www.danecountyparks.com/about/rules
See Opening and Closing Dates Here: https://www.danecountyparks.com/about/Parks-Opening-Closing-Schedule
From jct I-90/94 (exit 132) & US 51: Go 1/2 mi N on US 51, then 500 feet E on paved road.
Beautiful huge park by DeForest. We hiked on a Sunday and it wasn't over crowded. People were having gatherings in all the shelters but it was quiet. A lot to do in this park. Camping hiking. Frisbee golf, family picnics.
Large park with great pavilions, open and inviting areas, it's well maintained, and is located in a convenient spot. I'll be back!
Edit: I've now been back a handful of times, and the park continues to be one of my favorite county parks. There are miles of hiking trails that are well groomed and very enjoyable. The disc golf and the off-leash dog areas seem to be quite popular, but rarely look over used from what I've seen. Overall, this is a neat park that is well groomed and enjoyable.
This is an excellent park, there are several miles of trail, a boardwalk, and signage. There are several parking areas and restroom facilities. There is a campground that requires reservations. There are many trail maps around the park. There is a dog park as well. The trails are generally well groomed and pass through grasslands and forested areas.
