Picnic Point

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Lake Mendota peninsula Madison , WI 53706 United States

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Hanna Rae Photography

What a gorgeous day out at Picnic Point. I may still have sand in my shoes , but that's why they call them sandals, right? At least I got some breathtaking pictures out of the hike !

Leah Brown

The hiking would be much better if people remembered to keep their bikes on designated bike paths . Having to dodge people who rode their bikes around the 'no cycling' signs is really annoying.

Marty O.

Take a walk, go all the way to the end. Not a long walk

Amy Robertson

A nice mile walk out to the point...but definitely heavily on puddles in rain

Julie Champion

Beautiful views year round. Leave time to sit/meditate/relax/whatever.

Tricia Pawelski

Great place to run, walk, or have a picnic . Beautiful place to relax !

Kas Kej You Will Learn

It has had beauty still.

TIANQI GUO

Best place to see sunrise in Madison!!!

Ally M

Go here at sunset !

WiscSchoolofBusiness

Enjoy the beautiful views of all of Lake Mendota from this picturesque spot.

Melissa Jansky

Beautiful!

TIANQI GUO

Beat place to see sunrise im Madison!!!!

Dave Sawyer

Dog friendly !

Mirabel Apartments

Great hiking and scenic views

Lina

Beautiful path by lake . U can stop and swim , picnic

Eric Servais

Walk out onto the tree leaning over the end of the point!

Richard Smith

A giraffe is buried here. Zoology Dept. can verify.

Austin Krejci

Perfect days

Paul Wehking

Skinny dipping is good but don't park a car in the lot. Walk in or bike or you will get a visit from campus security! ;-)

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Watch out for turkeys and random turtle crossings. - Rk S

8.1
Scenic Lookout
The Very Tip of the Picnic Point Peninsula on Lake Mendota

You can reserve a fire pit for a great afternoon - Amy Robertson

Lake
Lake Mendota

Enjoy the Lakeshore Path and relax and the Union Terrace for some ice cream on the patio while enjoying wonderful summertime views of the lake! - Bree Decker