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Dane County
Madison

Dawley Conservancy Park – Capital City State Trail loop from Madison

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Mountain biking trails
United States
Wisconsin
Dane County
Madison

Dawley Conservancy Park – Capital City State Trail loop from Madison

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3.2

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Dawley Conservancy Park – Capital City State Trail loop from Madison

01:48

32.5km

180m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.02 km

Southwest Commuter Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Southwest Commuter Path in Madison is a runner's haven. The scenic trail spans through beautiful landscapes, following the former railroad corridor. With a predominantly flat terrain, it provides an …

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2

12.9 km

Dawley Conservancy Park

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Dawley Conservancy Park is beautiful, covering 42 acres of woodlands, prairies, and wetlands. There are walking trails, abundant wildlife, and active conservation efforts aimed at restoring native plant communities. The …

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12.9 km

Capital City State Trail

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The Capital City State Trail is a paved path that passes through the heart of the Dawley Conservancy Park. There is a lot of brush and overgrowth next to the …

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4

18.4 km

Nevin Springs State Fishery and Wildlife Area

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Acquired in 1876, this is the oldest of all the managed lands in the area, initially used as a fish hatchery. The property is known for its natural springs, with a total of 14 different springs.

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18.7 km

Nevin Springs State Fishery and Wildlife Area

Nature Reserve

6

19.7 km

Capital Springs State Recreation Area

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This area, nearly 2,500 acres in size, offers activities like cross-country skiing, hiking, running, biking snowshoeing, canoeing, kayaking, hunting, fishing, and camping. It is made up of two separate sections: …

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7

22.2 km

Capital City State Trail

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The Capital City State Trail is a paved trail that travels for over nine miles through Capital Springs State Recreation Area (Dane County E-way) and connects with other trails in and around Madison.

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8

29.2 km

View of Madison skyline and Wisconsin State Capitol from Lake Monona

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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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9

30.2 km

View of Madison Skyline and Lake Monona from John Nolen Drive

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From this spot along John Nolan Drive, you can see sweeping views of Lake Monona with the short skyline of Madison the background.

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32.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.0 km

2.36 km

992 m

204 m

Surfaces

23.1 km

6.99 km

2.36 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (310 m)

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