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Capital City State Trail – Olbrich Park loop from Monona

Capital City State Trail – Olbrich Park loop from Monona

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(5078)

15,398

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Capital City State Trail – Olbrich Park loop from Monona

01:00

24.2km

100m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 10.4 km for 120 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.56 km

View of Madison skyline and Wisconsin State Capitol from Lake Monona

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the edge of Lake Monona, you have a very beautiful view of the city center of Madison, including the Capitol building which stands out clearly.

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10.5 km

Bench With View of Lake Monona

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great place to stop off on your bike Tour. There's a bench overlooking the water of Lake Monona. Very relaxing place to dig out your water bottles and watch the world go by.

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15.3 km

Ernie's Trading Post and Monona's Birthplace

Highlight • Historical Site

Birthplace of City of Monona. Built originally as a garage, this brick structure served from 1932 to 1952 as the
only neighborhood grocery.
Operated by early settler Ernie Ferchland,
the store served as a meeting place for Blooming Grove Township residents who planned the incorporation of the Village of Monona. Dissatisfied with the services being provided by the Township of Blooming
Grove, five residents of the area -
Ernie Ferchland, Ray Owen, Ed Rothman, Walter Simon and Justin Waterman -
met in Ernie's Trading Post to discuss secession from the Township.
With a $300 retainer, they secured legal
service regarding the process. Community meetings were held over a span of five months and, in spite of some opposition, a referendum to secede was passed (241 to 171) on August 29, 1938. Incorporation papers were signed on 1938.
September 1, Monona Village comprised an area of 1.75 sq. miles with 350 families,
population of 1100, and an assessed evaluation of $1.5 million.
It also contained seven miles of waterfront,
fourteen miles of local streets, 3.5 mlles
of state highway, five bridges, three school
districts and eight park areas.
Justin Waterman was elected the first village president.

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18.1 km

B-Cycle ~ Cottage Grove @ Pinney Library

Highlight • Cycleway

18.8 km

Capital City State Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Capital City State Trail is a scenic multi-use path stretching over 17 miles, connecting Madison to various parks and natural areas. It's ideal for biking, hiking, and enjoying nature year-round.

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20.2 km

Olbrich Park

Highlight • Natural

Explore Olbrich Park's scenic beauty with its stunning botanical gardens, Thai Pavilion, and serene Lake Monona. Enjoy walking trails, picnic areas, and diverse recreational facilities.

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21.3 km

Olbrich Park Biergarten

Highlight • Pub

Beer Garden off the Lake Loop and near the Capital City Trail. Excellent spot for a snack and a pint.

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24.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

11.2 km

1.46 km

158 m

137 m

Surfaces

22.1 km

1.85 km

133 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 30 June

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24 %

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View of Madison skyline and Wisconsin State Capitol from Lake Monona

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Ernie's Trading Post and Monona's Birthplace

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Olbrich Park

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