Cross Plains

The village of Cross Plains is just west of Madison and along the gateway to Wisconsin’s breathtaking Driftless Region. Hop on a segment of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail to soak up the gorgeous landscape with your favorite people and explore unique local shops and cafés in town for an unforgettable adventure.

Featured Stories

Explore everything this area has to offer — from activities and attractions, to fairs and festivals, there's something here for everybody! Dig into these great stories and get inspired for your next Wisconsin vacation.

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Explore the Area

1
Fleet Feet New Year’s Day Dash 1/01/2026 Middleton - 4.69 miles away
2
Cave & Cocktails 12/04/2025 Blue Mounds - 10.36 miles away
3
Cave After Dark Presents: Winter Escape 1/17/2026 Blue Mounds - 10.36 miles away
4
Coppia Concerts: Bach Cello Suites 12/14/2025 Fitchburg - 12.14 miles away
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Coppia Concerts: Arco e Tasto-Hidden Gems 1/10/2026 Fitchburg - 12.14 miles away
6
Winter Free Fishing Weekend 1/16/2026 - 1/18/2026 Madison - 12.4 miles away
7
Beer & Cheese Fest 2026 1/17/2026 Madison - 12.78 miles away
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Silvesterchlausen 1/10/2026 New Glarus - 18.41 miles away
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Average Weather

From soaking up the summer sun to hitting the trails after a fresh snowfall, Wisconsin has no shortage of activities for every season. Here's an idea of what the weather in this area is like to help get your planning started!

Summer

High 80° F
Low 61° F

Winter

High 29° F
Low 13° F

Fall

High 58° F
Low 39° F

Spring

High 56° F
Low 35° F

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