Governor Nelson State Park

Governor Nelson State Park

Governor Nelson State Park

Description

Located on 10,000-acre Lake Mendota, reecreation and nature mingle within sight of the State Capitol. Governor Nelson is a day use park offering a sand beach, boat launch, fish cleaning facility, picnic areas and playground equipment, prairie restorations, and over 8 miles of trails. Native American effigy mounds can be seen on the Woodland Trail.

Contact

Website: Governor Nelson State Park

Location

 Directions

  43.135146, -89.43847

County: Dane

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    Seeds Through the Seasons

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    The plants in our prairies often begin as tiny seeds. As we witness the brilliant blooms of our favorite flora during the hot summer months, we may not necessarily think about these flowers' humble beginnings.

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    Stewardship Saturday

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    Volunteer stewardship day at Governor Nelson State Park for all ages and abilities, followed by lunch.

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    Illuminated Hike in the Park

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    Enjoy a bonfire at the park beach then walk the Woodland Trail illuminated with 300+ (faux) candles to the Hogan House for hot cider, s'mores, another campfire, and a look at the renovations.

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    Open House at the Hogan

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    Prior to the Illuminated Hike, join us for a look at the renovation progress and plans to transform this historic cabin into a nature center...

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    Open House at the Hogan

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    A first look at the renovation progress and plans to transform this historic cabin into a nature center...

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    50th Anniversary of Governor Nelson State Park Celebration

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    Join in on the celebration! Food from local food trucks will be available during the event, and Wisconsin State Park System merchandise will also be available for purchase.

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    Fall Candlelight Hike

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    Join us for a candlelight hike on the Woodland Trail at Governor Nelson State Park

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    Candlelight Hike

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    Join us on the Woodland Trail illuminated by over 300 candle bags.

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    Bonfire Night

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    We will have a candlelit hike on the Woodland Trail, beginning at 6 p.m. Bonfires and hot cocoa will be in the beach area from 6 -9 p.m.

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    Work Play Earth Day at Governor Nelson State Park

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    Join us for a Work Play Earth Day at Governor Nelson State Park on Saturday, April 22. We will work from 9-11:30 a.m. and hike from 1-3 p.m.

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