Governor Nelson State Park

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Look towards to Capitol and downtown from the dog beach

5140 County Road M

Waunakee, WI 53597

+1 (608) 831-3005

http://dnr.wi.gov

Governor Nelson State Park is a serene outdoor destination nestled in the heart of Waunakee, WI.

Offering a variety of recreational activities and stunning natural landscapes, it provides a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking to connect with nature.

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4.014 reviews

Richard C.

7/26/2024

I had a terrific hike in this small, off the beaten path, park. It is located on the banks of Lake Mendota, near Madison, WI. We were staying at the Holiday Inn in Middleton, and I decided to...

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PJ C.

1/26/2020

We were looking for a place not too far away to get out and enjoy our recent snow. Given we had just bought a state park pass we decided to go to the close-by Gov Nelson Park to cross country...

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Catherine Z.

1/1/2021

Fun place to go for cross country skiing. You just need a state park pass but no additional fees to ski there. They have a variety of groomed trails spanning from easy (flat) to moderate...

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Shelby K.

3/3/2021

Nice overlook of the Madison area across the lake, Native American Mounds, and nice trails!

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Stacey L.

9/13/2017

Governor Nelson is a short drive north around Mendota and features hiking trails, a beach, a pet swimming area, a pavilion and picnic tables, a boat launch, and an accessible fishing pier. The...

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