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Capital City State Trail – Glenway Woods loop from Monona

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Capital City State Trail – Glenway Woods loop from Monona

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Capital City State Trail – Glenway Woods loop from Monona

02:43

47.1km

210m

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: March 19, 2026

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8.89 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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9.85 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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17.3 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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21.4 km

Nevin Springs State Fishery and Wildlife Area

Nature Reserve

24.9 km

Longford Pond

Lake

26.7 km

The Capital City State Trail is a paved path that passes through the heart of the Dawley Conservancy Park. There is a lot of brush and overgrowth next to the sides of the trail that adds a feeling of wilderness to the path.

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27.1 km

Dawley Conservancy Park

Highlight • Trail

Dawley Conservancy Park is beautiful, covering 42 acres of woodlands, prairies, and wetlands. There are walking trails, abundant wildlife, and active conservation efforts aimed at restoring native plant communities. The park also connects to the Capital City State Trail, making it a scenic hub for local cyclists.

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32.8 km

Glenway Woods

Highlight • Forest

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 biking trails that wind through the densely wooded area. It's located along the Southwest Commuter Bike Path, providing a scenic route with a touch of nature shaded by the trees.

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38.1 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 the Capital Springs E-way south of Madison between Verona Road and Nob Hill near Industrial Drive, but the remainder is free to access.

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38.4 km

Monona Terrace Rooftop

Highlight • Viewpoint

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 cool down. If you have the time, checking out the rooftop gardens is definitely worth it.

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47.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.6 km

9.42 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

40.9 km

6.23 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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View of Madison skyline and Wisconsin State Capitol from Lake Monona

View of Madison Skyline and Lake Monona from John Nolen Drive

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Capital City State Trail

Dawley Conservancy Park

Glenway Woods

Capital City State Trail at Monona Terrace

Monona Terrace Rooftop

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