Governor Nelson State Park

Located on Lake Mendota, recreation and nature mingle within sight of the State Capitol. Effigy mounds can be seen on the Woodland Trail. Prairie and savanna restorations.

Address

5140 County Road M
Waunakee, WI 53597

All Interests
On Water
Directions from Nearest Town/Intersection

5 mi. E of Middleton on County HWY M

Disabled Access

Natural Attractions
Type of Attraction
Parks, forests and trails

Skiing - Cross Country
Styles
Tracked / Flat / Hilly / Groomed / Open / Wooded / Ski Skating
Trail Length (miles)

8

Toilets

Fishing
Types of Fish Available
Blue Gill / Catfish / Coho Salmon / Crappie / Lake Trout / Largemouth Bass / Musky / Northern Pike / Perch / Rainbow Trout
Fishing Style
Ice

Hiking/Running/Walking
Trail Length (miles)

8

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