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Lake Wingra – Lake Wingra loop from Wisconsin Historical Society

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Lake Wingra – Lake Wingra loop from Wisconsin Historical Society

Moderate

4.9

(2955)

15,390

hikers

Lake Wingra – Lake Wingra loop from Wisconsin Historical Society

02:40

10.4km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 2, 2026

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1.18 km

Lake Wingra

Highlight • Lake

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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2.67 km

Martin Street Parking Lot Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

3.02 km

Lost City Forest

Forest

5.31 km

Leopold Pines

Forest

6.24 km

Magnolia Collection, UW Arboretum Wingra Side

Highlight • Natural Monument

First week of may the magnolias & lilacs are in full bloom

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6.34 km

Ken Wood Memorial Magnolia Bench

Highlight • Monument

Shaded spot under a magnolia with garden observation point in honor of Ken Wood

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7.20 km

Lake Wingra

Highlight • Lake

Lake Wingra is the smallest of the five main lakes drained by the Yahara River. It borders the University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum. The lake is considered an important fishing area.

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