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Yahara River Pathway – Bird Effigy Mound loop from Madison East High School

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Yahara River Pathway – Bird Effigy Mound loop from Madison East High School

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Yahara River Pathway – Bird Effigy Mound loop from Madison East High School

01:30

34.6km

210m

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: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

1.12 km

Yahara River Pathway

Highlight • Trail

The Yahara River flows 62 miles through Madison's four lakes across Dane County to the Rock River. This is the short stretch between Lake Mendota and Lake Monoana where there …

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2.66 km

Bird Effigy Mound

Highlight • Monument

Effigy Mound at Madison's Burrows Park sweeps 128 feet wide in the shape of a symbolic bird. Constructed by Wisconsin's ancient Mound Builders between 700-1200 A.D., the mound pays respect to important air spirits.

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34.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

11.6 km

7.89 km

182 m

178 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.3 km

7.30 km

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