Recreation
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Winter Recreation
Ice fishingTwo lakes in the park offer ice fishing opportunities throughout the winter. A bait shop is conveniently located nearby. The park does not monitor ice conditions or make recommendations as to the safety of the ice.SleddingSledding and…
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Concessions and Rentals
The Dodgeville Kiwanis Club operates a concession stand at the Cox Hollow beach area. The stand offers boat and canoe rentals, soda, coffee, ice cream, pizza, ice, charcoal, T-shirts and miscellaneous snack items. The concession is open daily…
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Horseback Riding
Horseback Riding at Governor Dodge State Park. Photo by Wisconsin DNR. The park has 22 miles of bridle trails providing riders an unequaled view of Governor Dodge's rich and varied landscape. Bring your own horse, as the park does not provide…
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Camping
Seasonal Water Systems: At Governor Dodge State Park, showers and drinking water are available from Memorial Day weekend to Oct. 1, depending on the weather. Potable water can be obtained from the park office to fill jugs between Oct. 1 and Memorial…
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Biking
The park has 8 miles of challenging off-road bicycle trails. State Trail Passes are required to use the bike trails. Trails are open May 1 to Nov. 15 unless posted otherwise. Meadow Valley and Mill Creek trails are designated off-road biking…
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Hiking
Governor Dodge maintains nearly 40 miles of trails. All are open to hiking, except on ski trails when they are snow-covered. Access to Military Ridge State Trail The park provides a connector trail to the 40-mile Military Ridge State Trail,…
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Water Recreation
Boating, canoeing and kayaking Public access is provided on lakes within the state forest by either a developed boat landing or walk-in access. Lake Seven, Mauthe, Forest, and Butler Lakes prohibit using gas-powered motors. Other boating…
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Concessions and Rentals
Nicolet Bay Camp Store and Rentals The camp store at Nicolet Beach has essential supplies, souvenirs, groceries and ice. Food trucks offer a full espresso bar, burgers, brats and fries, and beverages are also sold beachside at the camp store.…
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Conditions
2026 Park Construction NoticeRoad, retaining wall, and water system construction projects are scheduled to take place at Governor Dodge State Park throughout 2026. Construction will be primarily during daytime hours. During the construction time…
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Maps
Trail MapsGovernor Dodge State Park property mapWinter trails mapCampground MapsCampground mapsCox Hollow campground mapTwin Valley campground map