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Lower Yahara River Trail – Capital City State Trail loop from Capital Springs State Recreation Area- Monona Conservancy Unit

Lower Yahara River Trail – Capital City State Trail loop from Capital Springs State Recreation Area- Monona Conservancy Unit

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Lower Yahara River Trail – Capital City State Trail loop from Capital Springs State Recreation Area- Monona Conservancy Unit

01:34

35.8km

150m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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8.64 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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8.99 km

Olbrich Botanical Gardens

Highlight • Natural Monument

This space of more than 16 acres has an important number of gardens all with particular themes. You will thus find the only Thai pavilion and garden in all the continental United States.

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10.7 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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24.3 km

Lower Yahara River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Lower Yahara River Bike Path offers beautiful views of Madison and its landscapes. At its western end, it connects to the Capital State Trail.

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26.2 km

William G. Lunney Lake Farm County Park

Highlight • Trail

Recognized for its cultural importance, the area was placed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated the Lake Farms Archaeological District in 1980. Explore the park's scenic trails, including the paved Capital City State Trail and Lower Yahara River Trail, suitable for hiking and cycling.

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28.8 km

Capital City State Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Capital City State Trail is a paved trail that travels for over nine miles through Capital Springs State Recreation Area (Dane County E-way) and connects with other trails in and around Madison.

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29.9 km

Capital Springs State Recreation Area - E-Way Unit

Highlight • Natural

The E-Way Unit of Capital Springs State Recreation Area features 625 acres of wetlands, prairies, and woodlands, providing a vital corridor for wildlife and outdoor recreation. There are miles of hiking, biking, and skiing trails, with scenic views of Nine Springs Creek. Envisioned initially as an environmental study model, the E-Way is a fantastic space for education and conservation.

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35.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.0 km

5.37 km

4.19 km

3.14 km

137 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.8 km

3.26 km

1.50 km

148 m

121 m

Elevation

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Lower Yahara River Trail – Capital City State Trail loop from Capital Springs State Recreation Area- Monona Conservancy Unit

Olbrich Park

Olbrich Botanical Gardens

Olbrich Park Biergarten

Lower Yahara River Trail

William G. Lunney Lake Farm County Park

Capital City State Trail

Capital Springs State Recreation Area - E-Way Unit

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