Outdoors & nature · hiking

Picnic Point

Scenic peninsula on Lake Mendota with walking trails and beautiful views of the city.

4.8 (669 Google reviews)FreeAges 3+Outdoor
  • hiking
  • nature
  • stroller ok

University of Wisconsin–Madison, 2000 University Bay Dr, Madison, WI 53705, USA

What locals say

📍 Picnic Point

Great short hike with lakeside spots for throwing rocks.

“Picnic point, great short walk with lots of little lakeside spots to hang and throw rocks.”

Overheard on r/madisonwi · 39 upvotes

📍 Picnic Point

The best spot for sunset photography.

Overheard on r/madisonwi · 8 upvotes

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