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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January 6, 2025

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Nice view of Lake Wingra as you are running along Arboretum Drive. There are other great views as you pass through University of Wisconsin Arboretum.

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1. Lake Wingra – Monona Terrace View loop from James Madison Park

49.4km

02:10

260m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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2. Lake Wingra – Bench With View of Lake Monona loop from Downtown

98.4km

04:36

590m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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3. Lake Wingra – Monona Terrace View loop from Schenk's Corners

31.1km

01:18

120m

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Elevation 260 m

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Location: Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin, United States

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Lake Wingra

1. Lake Wingra – Monona Terrace View loop from James Madison Park

2. Lake Wingra – Bench With View of Lake Monona loop from Downtown

3. Lake Wingra – Monona Terrace View loop from Schenk's Corners

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