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Paunack Park on Lake Monona – Monona Terrace Rooftop loop from Madison East High School

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Paunack Park on Lake Monona – Monona Terrace Rooftop loop from Madison East High School

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Paunack Park on Lake Monona – Monona Terrace Rooftop loop from Madison East High School

01:15

21.4km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 4, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 10.5 km for 172 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.67 km

B-Cycle ~ CCT @ Garver Feed

Highlight • Cycleway

10.6 km

Paunack Park on Lake Monona

Highlight • Lake

A charming little park that provides a perfect spot to take a break. There are several benches throughout, positioned right on the water, offering unobstructed views of Lake Monona.

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13.4 km

T. Wall Enterprises Rest Area & Repairistan Bike Station

Highlight • Rest Area

Repairstan bike station also.

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14.0 km

What Do Women See? Art Bike by Kat Culbertson – John Nolen Drive at Sheraton

Highlight • Structure

14.8 km

View of Madison skyline and Wisconsin State Capitol from Lake Monona

Highlight • Viewpoint

At the edge of Lake Monona, you have a very beautiful view of the city center of Madison, including the Capitol building which stands out clearly.

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15.7 km

View of Madison Skyline and Lake Monona from John Nolen Drive

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this spot along John Nolan Drive, you can see sweeping views of Lake Monona with the short skyline of Madison the background.

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17.2 km

Capital City State Trail at Monona Terrace

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Capital City State Trail is a 17-mile paved multi-use path open year-round. A state trail pass is required to bike the nine-mile portion of the trail that passes through …

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17.5 km

Monona Terrace Rooftop

Highlight • Viewpoint

This place provides one of the best views in the area of Lake Monona. It's a perfect spot for a break, offering plenty of seating with tables and umbrellas to …

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21.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

8.16 km

1.96 km

341 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.0 km

2.16 km

223 m

Elevation

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Friday 8 May

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Paunack Park on Lake Monona – Monona Terrace Rooftop loop from Madison East High School

B-Cycle ~ CCT @ Garver Feed

Paunack Park on Lake Monona

T. Wall Enterprises Rest Area & Repairistan Bike Station

What Do Women See? Art Bike by Kat Culbertson – John Nolen Drive at Sheraton

View of Madison skyline and Wisconsin State Capitol from Lake Monona

View of Madison Skyline and Lake Monona from John Nolen Drive

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Monona Terrace Rooftop

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