Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Madison

"The UW Arboretum is officially known as the University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum. It spans about 1,260 acres and offers you at least 20 miles of hiking trails."

"This nature center was established in the spirit of naturalist legend Aldo Leopold. The site offers adult workshops, as well as special events like a maple syrup festival in the spring. The facility is home to a diversity of outdoor areas to explore, including savannah, wetlands, prairies, and woodlands."

"Nature programs for students, families and visitors of all ages. Take a nature hike through native habitats, explore our indoor exhibits and..."

"When you’re seeking serenity in Madison, you should come to the Pheasant Branch Conservancy. This is a very forested area that is great to come to when you’re looking to clear your restless mind. Even if you think that you’ve got your head in a good place, it can always be in a better one."

"Owen Conservation Park is a 96-acre park that’s perched on a hilltop overlooking Madison’s west side. It was once the farm of University of Wisconsin professor Edward T. Owen. However, today oak savannas and prairies have started to reclaim the land."

"This spot is located on a scenic hilltop overlooking the West side of Madison. During the summer, it’s a breeding ground for wildflowers like coneflower and bluestem. But in the winter, you can enjoy 1.6 miles of classic cross-country skiing."

"There are 3.1 miles of classic cross-country skiing trails through the marsh. Along the way only, you may see migrating waterfowl or Great Blue Heron. The marsh acts as a living filter for Lake Mendota."

"With Wisconsin such a rich state in regards to preserved land and wildlife, it would be a shame to not explore some of the natural beauty Madison has to offer. The Lakeshore Nature Preserve is a great place to engage in nature, with a 4-mile stretch of accessible forest that is located on the shore of Lake Mendota, the largest and debatably the most stunning of all the lakes around Madison."

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