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UW-Madison Lakeshore Nature Preserve

Name: UW-Madison Lakeshore Nature Preserve
Address: 2000 University Bay Dr, Madison, WI 53705, USA, Madison, WI, 53705, US
Rating: 4.7

Expansive natural area along Lake Mendota with wooded trails and shoreline access.

4.7 (57 Google reviews)FreeOutdoor

2000 University Bay Dr, Madison, WI 53705, USA

What locals say

Insider tip Heads up 📍 Madison Lakes

Be aware that agricultural runoff is the primary cause of annual algae blooms, which can affect water quality for swimming.

“agricultural runoff is now the #1 contributing factor for the year after year algae blooms”

Overheard on r/madisonwi · 10 upvotes

📍 Lakeshore Nature Preserve

Ideal location for evening star-gazing walks as a low-pressure way to get moving.

Overheard on r/madisonwi · 18 upvotes