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Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park South Unit

Jan Axelson
Jan Axelson
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Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park has three unit, including the South Unit. This unit is an extensive peat deposit along the Yahara River and Token Creek, north of Lake Mendota in Dane County, Wisconsin. Covering over five square miles, Cherokee marsh is the largest wetland in Dane County and the major wetland in Lake Mendota’s watershed. Groomed for cross-country skiing, when conditions allow.

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Greater Madison Convention and Visitors Bureau

City of Madison Parks Division

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  • Free Admission
    • Yes
  • Features
    • On Water
  • Natural Attractions Type
    • Parks, Forests, Trails
  • Trail Length (miles)
    • 3
  • Cross-Country Skiing/Snowshoeing Trail Type
    • Groomed
    • Flat
    • Hilly
    • Open
    • Wooded

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