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Dane County
Monona

Lake Wingra – Lake Wingra loop from Monona

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Road cycling routes
United States
Wisconsin
Dane County
Monona

Lake Wingra – Lake Wingra loop from Monona

Easy

4.6

(8060)

8,061

riders

Lake Wingra – Lake Wingra loop from Monona

01:11

24.3km

90m

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: August 29, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 3.81 km for 61 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.84 km

Olin Turville Park Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Free parking, nearby bathrooms & boat launch as well as major bike trail.

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2

4.11 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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3

8.01 km

Lake Wingra

Highlight • Lake

Lake Wingra is a spring-fed lake surrounded by multi-use paths and trail networks, with the Lake Wingra Recreation Loop being one of the more popular routes. It's a fishable lake with Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye.

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4

14.6 km

Wingra Woods Effigy Mounds

Highlight • Historical Site

5

14.9 km

University of Wisconsin–Madison Arboretum

Highlight • Forest

17 miles (27 km) of trails lead through the Arboretum. They take you through diverse natural areas: woodlands, savannas, prairies, wetlands and gardens. There's a huge amount of diversity here.

The grounds are open from 4am until 10pm daily.

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6

15.1 km

University of Wisconsin Arboretum

Highlight • Forest

The University of Wisconsin Arboretum has over 17 miles of trails through woodlands, prairies, and wetlands. You're likely to spot some birds or other small wildlife along your ride.

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7

16.9 km

Lake Wingra

Highlight • Lake

Lake Wingra is a spring-fed lake surrounded by multi-use paths and trail networks, with the Lake Wingra Recreation Loop being one of the more popular routes. It's a fishable lake with Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye.

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8

19.5 km

Wingra Creek

Highlight • River

Wingra Creek is a picturesque waterway connecting Lake Wingra to Lake Monona through a lovely green corridor. Historically, it was modified for drainage and boat access, but today, it is …

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24.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.9 km

7.69 km

4.42 km

281 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

20.1 km

3.38 km

680 m

238 m

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