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Lower Yahara River Trail – Capital City State Trail loop from Madison

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Lower Yahara River Trail – Capital City State Trail loop from Madison

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Lower Yahara River Trail – Capital City State Trail loop from Madison

01:47

29.4km

100m

Cycling

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

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.07 km

View of Madison Skyline and Lake Monona from John Nolen Drive

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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2

2.90 km

Olin-Turville Park

Highlight • Structure

3

14.3 km

Lower Yahara River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Lower Yahara River Bike Path offers beautiful views of Madison and its landscapes. At its western end, it connects to the Capital State Trail.

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4

16.0 km

William G. Lunney Lake Farm County Park

Highlight • Trail

Recognized for its cultural importance, the area was placed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated the Lake Farms Archaeological District in 1980. Explore the park's scenic trails, …

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5

17.3 km

Lussier Family Heritage Center and Lake Farm Campground, Capital Springs State Recreation Area

Highlight • Rest Area

Campground, right off capital city trail, nearby bike hub & public parking.

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6

19.2 km

Capital City State Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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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7

25.7 km

T. Wall Enterprises Rest Area & Repairistan Bike Station

Highlight • Rest Area

Repairstan bike station also.

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8

26.9 km

View of Madison skyline and Wisconsin State Capitol from Lake Monona

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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29.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.5 km

8.65 km

2.21 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

26.3 km

2.95 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 2 August

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16°C

18 %

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