Picnic Point Mound Group – Lake Mendota loop from Dane

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Picnic Point Mound Group – Lake Mendota loop from Dane

Easy

2.7

(4)

hikers

Picnic Point Mound Group – Lake Mendota loop from Dane

01:07

4.41km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.39 km

Picnic Point Mound Group

Highlight • Historical Site

Around 2,000 years ago, local inhabitants initiated the burial of their dead in the sacred mounds that scatter across the Point. At one time, Picnic Point boasted seven mounds, but …

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1.83 km

Picnic Point Firewood Rack #2, UW Lakeshore Nature Preserve

Highlight • Rest Area

Fire wood Rack #2
UW Lakeshore Nature Preserve
Eagle Scout Project - Troop 628
Landor Koch - 2023

This section has multiple firewood racks & fire pits for use.

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2.17 km

Ebling Family Circle, Picnic Point, UW Lakeshore Nature Preserve

Highlight • Monument

This circle
honors the memory of Elsie Iwen Ebling (1894-1981) who dedicated her life to her family and to the advancement of art.

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2.20 km

Picnic Point Lake Mendota Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

2.21 km

Lake Mendota

Highlight • Lake

Lake Mendota is one of the most fascinating lakes in the city of Madison. You can play various sports on its waters or take a walk along the lakefront.

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2.55 km

Lakeshore Nature Preserve Hand Pump Well

Highlight • Rest Area

2.64 km

Sunset Beach at Picnic Point (UW Lakeshore Preserve)

Highlight • Beach

Multiple fire pits nearby. Bathrooms not too far off. No fishing or swimming allowed. Great hangout spot. Some seating available. Space for your own if you bring one.

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3.81 km

Howard Temin Path

Highlight • Trail

The Howard Temin Trail was named in 1998 after the UW-Madison professor of oncology and Nobel Prize winner. He was a frequent walker and lover of this trail.

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4.41 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.85 km

1.18 km

227 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.57 km