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Yahara River – Glenway Woods loop from Monona

Bike touring routes & trails

Yahara River – Glenway Woods loop from Monona

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Yahara River – Glenway Woods loop from Monona

02:50

48.4km

230m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 2, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 12.4 km for 107 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

6.52 km

Yahara River

Highlight • River

The Yahara River flows 62 miles through Madison's four lakes across Dane County to the Rock River. This is the short stretch between Lake Mendota and Lake Monoana where there …

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2

9.40 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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12.5 km

Muir Woods

Forest

4

13.8 km

Howard Temin Lakeshore Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Howard Temin Lakeshore Path was named after a University of Wisconsin-Madison professor of oncology who won the Nobel Prize. The path travels from North Park Street (east) to Oxford Road (west).

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5

15.0 km

Lakeshore Nature Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Whether you're seeking a quiet reading spot under a shady tree or a relaxing picnic by the lake, the preserve offers a tranquil refuge from the city's hustle and bustle. …

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15.8 km

Big Woods

Forest

7

31.6 km

Glenway Woods

Highlight • Forest

Glenway Woods is a beautiful, yet somewhat hidden, gem that spans over 10 acres of land. Although it doesn't currently have a park classification, locals have created a few mountain …

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8

35.9 km

Brittingham Bay

Highlight • Lake

Brittingham Bay is a stunning location that offers many opportunities for outdoor water recreation, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and paddleboating. The small bay is a good place for relaxing on the …

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9

37.8 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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10

38.8 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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B

48.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.6 km

18.4 km

1.42 km

1.40 km

358 m

268 m

Surfaces

34.8 km

12.4 km

923 m

410 m

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

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22 %

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