They have all the paddle options but best of all they also have sup yoga!…read more How does this even work? They have buoys with carabiners where you clip the end of your paddle to so you don't drift off. The instructor and staff helps you get clipped in. And then from there the instructor guides you through a yoga session in water, sun, wind elements.

Brittingham Boats has been one of my favorite summer traditions for years. I drive from the…read moreMilwaukee area at least once every summer specifically to kayak here, and I've always loved the whole experience. They offer kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and pedal boats, plus a beach for swimming. There's a cute little snack shop with really yummy grilled cheese sandwiches and beverages, T-shirts for sale, and a deck with tables and chairs, plus chaise lounges where you can relax in the sun. They also offer special events like burgers on the bay, where you kayak out to a pontoon boat where they're grilling burgers and other special event events throughout the summer. One of the things that makes this spot so special is the location. Brittingham Boats sits on Lake Monona, just west of John Nolen Drive, with largest section of Lake Monona and the Monona Terrace on the other side of the drive. In a normal summer, one of my favorite paddles is heading east, under the railroad bridge and John Nolen Drive, and out onto Lake Monona. From there, you can paddle along the shoreline and hang out near Monona Terrace, enjoying the views, watching the other kayakers and boaters, and even spotting plenty of open-water swimmers--many of whom I imagine are training for IRONMAN Wisconsin, held right here every September. There are also several different routes available depending on how far you want to explore, including paddles that can take you toward Lake Mendota and Lake Wingra, as well as routes in the direction of Olbrich Botanical Gardens and other scenic areas around Madison. **A note for summer 2026:** construction along John Nolen Drive appears to have interrupted that usual route, and I don't believe you can currently paddle through to Lake Monona. When I got there last Friday the weather turned and I didn't go out but from the looks of the construction going on, you can't get under John Nolan Drive Here's why I was especially disappointed when I visited last Friday, for the first time this year. Unfortunately, the property looked tired and neglected. It felt as though it had been opened for the season but hadn't received cleaning-just opened the doors--areas needed sweeping, weeds and landscaping needed trimming, cobwebs needed removing, and several things could really benefit from cleaning, fresh paint and general maintenance. The bathrooms were especially disappointing. They were very rundown and so wet that I honestly didn't want to touch anything. I'm sharing this because I really DO love this place and want to continue coming back. Brittingham Boats has so much going for it--the location, the activities and the atmosphere are wonderful. I just hope some time, attention and investment can be put into cleaning up and refreshing the place. A little TLC would go a very long way toward bringing back the charming place I've enjoyed making a special trip to visit every summer.

We had a wonderful time touring lake Mendota! Our captain Rod was so friendly and knowledgeable…read moreabout the lake. We rented a lovely pontoon boat which was very clean. Great experience for all!

We rented pontoons as part of a reunion activity. It was a fabulous way to spend an afternoon!…read more Everyone had a great time! Marshall Boats made it easy and everyone was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

I arrived in the afternoon. The office wasn't open, not even a sign indicating an office. Lots of…read moreequipment buildings. I had to ask a resident as the map sign was pretty cryptic. As I drove through the campground there were a lot of travel trailers with structures built around them. It looked like horrible. During my stay the same poop marks remained on the toilets the entire 3 days I was here. The final weekend I was awoke at dawn to a barrage of shotgun fire. Duck season opened and since the entire shoreline is weeds and rush its prime duck habitat. All morning shotguns were going off like a small war. My dog was flipping out. So they don't clean the showers or toilets. The place looks like a ghetto, and there's gunfire to rival any war zone. Oh yes, let's stay here!!!

Do not make a reservation at this campground. We had to cancel reservation due to health issues…read morenot being medically able to hand the air quality due to the fires in Canada we could not keep our reservation. Not only would they not work with us, but they also laughed at us for even asking. Extremely rude host. I didn't expect a refund but was hoping to at least be able to reschedule for another time down the road without losing all of our payment. I wouldn't recommend this campground to anyone.

We had a wonderful experience here! We booked very last minute, and were a little confused about…read morewhat the different types of sites were (back-in, tent, etc.). After emailing them I received a rather prompt response that our tent was welcome on one of their back in sites, which I'm very glad we chose because it had a little paved driveway that fit a picnic table, our car, and had a little space left over that our toddler loved drawing on with chalk. Check in was super easy, and very friendly. All the staff we interacted with were happy to help and answer our questions. This is a VERY family oriented campground, there are kids everywhere, but it was a blast! They have a huge sand pit area that has giant jumping pillow, a tether ball pole, some plastic playsets, and a large swimming pond with lots of inflatables. There is also a pool, but it was closed for the season. At the main lodge there are board games, carpet ball, giant games, and a handful of arcade games. The bathrooms were also very well kept. There were a limited number of flushing toilets on the overnight campgrounds, as a good portion of the area is used for seasonal permanent campers. However, there were port-a-potties very strategically placed and well maintained. Showers are 50 cents for 7 minutes. I would highly recommend this campground! We are already looking at coming back next year. It's also very close to Devil's Lake, but a little too far to walk to (parking at the Lake is $16).

LOVE this campground and it's close to Devil's Lake. My family has been going here for years! We…read moretake the ferry over the lake because the kids think it's awesome, and it is. We have always camped in tents, but one year someone from our group rented a yurt, and it was awesome! Great family friendly place. Lots of things to do with the kids. They have a pond with inflatables, which the kids love. They also have a pool. There is also a pillow bounce thing and playground. A major plus is that they have bathrooms and showers! It is a pretty large place and gets booked up quick! The prices are reasonable, but have gone up over the years. They do have a store there, but be prepared to pay. The staff is always friendly and helpful. They have activities throughout the week so be sure to check the events calendar.

Has a fantastic lunch today on the river. Place was modestly busy so we sat outside on the patio…read more Perfect day, warm and sunny. Wifey ordered the NEW wrap with chicken, vegetables, cashews and cranberries and blue cheese crumbles, and most importantly, poppy seed dressing. Chips and a nice pickle accompanied the wrap. Total clean plate club. I had the Philadelphia cheese steak. Generous portion of thinly sliced prime rib with onions, peppers, mushrooms and a slice of melted mozzarella cheese. Dipping gravy was excellent. I traded up to sweet potato fries - they were superb and came with a spicy ranch dressing for dipping. We had wonderful service in a quiet and comforting setting. Highly recommend without any reservations. The best meal we have ever had at the Riverside.

Super large and beautiful space right on the Wisconsin river. Great for large groups. Very clean…read more We dropped in on a Sunday for lunch. My fish tacos were fresh and tasty. My sister's BLT was huge and delicious. Next time I will pass on the chips as a side and upgrade to fries or sweet potato fries. Service was very good, prices were fair for the big servings.

We haven't been canoeing in years, we decided on a whim to go and we brought our dogs and kids, 10…read moreand 14. The outfitters are very nice and friendly it seemed like they really cared about your experience. The setting is beautiful and there is a farmers market, live music and tap house right there that you can enjoy. It's very popular and there were lines to get in. It was also very dog friendly. Overall a great experience, we are glad we did it and the kids had fun too!

Unbelievable experience all around…read more The owner/operator is an incredibly nice and accommodating guy. We had a group of 10, I accidentally booked 5 kayaks instead of canoes. Day of, the owner doesn't flinch at my mistake. He quickly corrected where I dropped the ball and it didn't seem to interrupt his operation. The Sugar river is a blast. Smaller and more technical than the nearby Wisconsin River. PLUS! There's some killer breweries, tacos, cocktail bars, & a live music venue to welcome you back once you're off the river. 100% would recommend and will most certainly use Sugar River Outfitters again.

Great place to spend the afternoon with family. Nice pier for parking your boat. Bathrooms are…read moreclean, bike stations, adirondack chairs for viewing the lake and a sandy beach!

This is a great little park with a sandy beach in the heart of Monona right on the shores of Lake…read moreMonona. There is a small playground, bathrooms, a pier, picnic tables, and a gazebo. A recent addition is the B-bike electric bike rentals. I also have seen guys fishing along the small canal. Across the street is the bait and ice cream shop which is handy in many regards. They serve the typical hot dogs, burgers and Babcock ice cream. Once a month in summer they hold beer garden events with bands. Another plus. A nice community asset.

My family and friends have been renting with Madison Jet Ski since 2021. We keeping coming back due…read moreto the wonderful staff, boating logistics (pick up and drop off locations), and cost. We have done all day rentals from 9-5, 10-6, or 11-7 and having the flexibility has been great depending on the needs of the group. The price is also very reasonable.

Friday, July 19th was the second time in two years that we have used Madison Jet Ski Rentals. They…read moreare awesome. Great communicators with safety their number one concern. Wave Runners performed flawlessly. We look forward to our next visit to Madison and rental from Madison Jet Ski Rentals!