Lake Wingra loop from Madison

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Lake Wingra loop from Madison

Hard

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(4717)

6,630

runners

Lake Wingra loop from Madison

01:45

16.7km

120m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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917 m

Library Mall and Hagenah Fountain

Highlight • Monument

This is the convergence point of Madison and the University of Wisconsin. The main attraction is the Hagenah Fountain, installed in 1958 and named after William Hagenah, a corporate executive, donor, and board chair for the UW Foundation.

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1.36 km

Bascom Hill and Abraham Lincoln Statue

Highlight • Monument

Bascom Hill is considered the center of University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. It is surrounded by university buildings and topped of by Bascom Hall and a statue of President Abraham Lincoln.

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3.48 km

B-Cycle ~ Vilas Park @ Arboretum

Highlight • Cycleway

Vilas Park @ Arboretum

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4.12 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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5.90 km

University of Wisconsin Arboretum

Highlight • Forest

The University of Wisconsin Arboretum has over 17 miles of trails through woodlands, prairies, and wetlands. You're likely to spot some birds or other small wildlife along your ride.

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6.09 km

University of Wisconsin–Madison Arboretum

Highlight • Forest

17 miles (27 km) of trails lead through the Arboretum. They take you through diverse natural areas: woodlands, savannas, prairies, wetlands and gardens. There's a huge amount of diversity here.

The grounds are open from 4am until 10pm daily.

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