Yahara River – Glenway Woods loop from Middleton

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Yahara River – Glenway Woods loop from Middleton

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Yahara River – Glenway Woods loop from Middleton

02:41

45.9km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 35.4 km for 107 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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14.7 km

Yahara River

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The Yahara River flows 62 miles through Madison's four lakes across Dane County to the Rock River. This is the short stretch between Lake Mendota and Lake Monoana where there …

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17.6 km

Capital City State Trail at Monona Terrace

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Capital City State Trail is a 17-mile paved multi-use path open year-round. A state trail pass is required to bike the nine-mile portion of the trail that passes through …

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18.0 km

Monona Terrace Rooftop

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This place provides one of the best views in the area of Lake Monona. It's a perfect spot for a break, offering plenty of seating with tables and umbrellas to …

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19.6 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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23.3 km

Brittingham Bay is a stunning location that offers many opportunities for outdoor water recreation, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and paddleboating. The small bay is a good place for relaxing on the …

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27.5 km

Southwest Commuter Path

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The 5.6-mile Southwest Commuter Path, also called the Southwest Commuter Path, connects Brittingham Park on Lake Monona to the Capital City State Trail at Arrowhead Park in Fitchburg. It is …

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31.9 km

Glenway Woods

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Glenway Woods is a beautiful, yet somewhat hidden, gem that spans over 10 acres of land. Although it doesn't currently have a park classification, locals have created a few mountain …

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35.4 km

Muir Woods

Forest

36.8 km

Howard Temin Lakeshore Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Howard Temin Lakeshore Path was named after a University of Wisconsin-Madison professor of oncology who won the Nobel Prize. The path travels from North Park Street (east) to Oxford Road (west).

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45.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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