Looking for a bike-friendly neighborhood in the Madison area? Whether you love to road bike, mountain bike, commute by bike, or simply bike for fun in a beautiful setting -- Dane County is a wonderful place to live your biking lifestyle. Here are just a few of the bike routes and trails that make Greater Madison a true biker's paradise.
(the Lower Yahara River Trail, managed by Dane County Parks)
The Lake Monona Loop
The Lake Monona Loop offers 13 miles of scenic views through the city of Monona, Downtown Madison, and Madison's near east side. You'll find many places to stop and enjoy the surroundings along the way, including Monona Terrace and a handful of parks with panoramic views of the lake.
The Lake Wingra Loop
Another classic Madison bike route, the 6.5 mile Lake Wingra Loop offers a beautiful stretch through the UW Arboretum and the Monroe Street Corridor on Madison's near west side. Popular stops along the way include Vilas Park and Zoo, Wingra Park, Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream, and a bite to eat along Monroe Street.
Lakeshore Path
This beautiful path meanders along the southern shores of Lake Mendota from the Memorial Union Terrace all the way to Picnic Point and beyond. Much of this route is relatively flat, making this an accessible ride for people of all ages.
Southwest Commuter Path
The Southwest Commuter Path traverses the city's near west side and ends at Brittingham Park near the center of the city. Many locals actually do use the path for their daily commute, biking to work at the UW Campus or in Downtown Madison.
The City of Fitchburg -- Choose your Adventure
Fitchburg is a bicycle-friendly community with convenient access to many different trails, including some excellent mountain-biking trails. Popular options include the Badger State Trail, the Capital City State Trail, the Cannonball Loop -- and the Quarry Ridge Recreation Area for mountain biking.
The Military Ridge State Trail
The 40-mile long Military Ridge State Trail connects Verona and Mount Horeb, winding through scenic stretches of agricultural lands, woods, wetlands and prairies. Much of the route is relatively flat, making this a good option for bikers of all ages.
The Glacial Drumlin State Trail
This scenic 52-mile trail starts in Cottage Grove, connecting with Deerfield, Cambridge and Lake Mills before ending in Waukesha. A fun option: plan your ride to coincide with upcoming events in one of the 10 different communities along the trail.
Our Amazing Dane County Parks
Dane County is blessed with an amazing variety of parks and recreation areas, many of which are connected to bike trails. Biking our local park system offers a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors and connect with nature in some of Dane County's most beautiful settings.
Which bikeable community is best for you?
We're here to help you learn more about the Madison area neighborhoods that are best suited to your lifestyle and your bike commute. Reach out to a Mad City Dream Homes realtor for a helpful consultation. We think you'll agree: no matter where you choose to live, Dane County truly is a Biker's Paradise.
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