What a wonderful park! I got to spend several hours here, across two days, and thoroughly enjoyed…read moremyself. Easily accessible by turning off of John Nolen Dr., there's a nice large paved parking area adjacent to several trailheads in the park. I spent some time just lounging near the lot, and saw Madison's finest patrol past the lot (back and forth from Olin Park) twice. The lot is clear, and easily visible from the road, so it seems like it would be reasonably safe. Nearby were several picnic tables, plenty of garbage cans, and two posted maps of the area (possibly a third). There are no restrooms or water fountains here, but they do offer them a few hundred yards up a path to the north at the Olin Park area. The interior of the Turville Point Conservation Park isn't too large, but big enough to host several looping trails spread over just under 65 acres of rolling terrain and varied biotypes. The rolling variable terrain is fun but still easy to traverse. The soft grassed trails are easy on the joints, and well maintained to not be muddy or treacherous. The trails are all good for casual strolling, without risk of falling or rolling an ankle. Only a few spots near Turville Bay were muddy, but you could easily walk around them without getting off the trail. The trails cut through oak forests (red, bur, and white oak trees of varying age); circle lovely prairie that's ideal for bird watching; run past some marshland; parallel the Turville Bay and Lake Monona coast; and offer some wonderful view of local plants and wildlife (if you're quiet enough). The view of downtown Madison in the distance from Turvilles Point is nice - you can witness the hustle and bustle of the city from the calm of the forest. I've hiked some pretty famous North American super-parks, and I have to say I actually enjoy smaller conservation parks like this. Because they're only a few dozen acres, they local crews are able to maintain the trails better, and I can see everything in a day or two of leisurely walking - no need for a full pack of gear. This small park nicely encapsulates much of what I've grown to enjoy about Wisconsin's wilderness, without having to stray too far from civilization. Some of my favorite afternoons are spent at parks just like Turville Point Conservation Park.

My wife and I really enjoyed the 1.4 mile hike around the most challenging of the three trails in…read morethe wooded area of the park, which were very well manicured. One suggestion, though, would be to make sure you have applied plenty of bug spray (our hike was in late July).

Archeological site for Mississippian culture featuring mounds and stockades. Pay to park online…read moreusing your mobile. Don't miss out the museum next door. A nice short/quick waaround the site

Paid $21 for parking and trails, out of state visitors. There were not enough trail facts to…read moreengage us and then for the price of admission, no benches or even one garbage can. Boring walk that did not meet our expectations given the wealth of possible information we would have loved to learn. Brought dogs and had to carry poop bags throughout visit and stinky in car all the way home. Not that impressed, save your time.

Other than a great view of the river, thus place is a hot mess…read more We slept downhill, because there wasn't a level place anywhere at our site or neighboring sites. Don't believe the website about the showers and bathrooms. There is 1 for more than 14 sites. It was about 2 blocks aways from us. There was 2 shower stalls with old mildewy shower curtains. The only place to take tour trash is in bins. They are located near the bathrooms. I think every 2 sites should have a trash can that they come around and empty. We understand the need to keep a dog on a leash. In our group there were 2 dogs. They each had a leash on. We left it laying on the ground. Periodically, a woman we titled the leash police would drive by and reprimand us for not holding the leash. When we walked the dogs we did hang onto it, but at site no, and the dogs didn't wander. This woman was around about 4 times an hour. She has a huge German shepherd that rode with her. He barked and growled everytime ahe stopped. Half his body was hanging out of the window. Plus he was NOT on a leash. When she walked him he was off leash. We will not be returning to this so called campground. We do NOT recommend this place. It is shameful that it is a county park.

Yay! I'm a fan....thats my view on this park for camping. Grab a map when you drive in to show you…read morethe park and camping sites. There are multiple areas you can camp in the park. The main area when you drive in with modern facilities, mowed grass, electricity and people fairly close to each other. If you drive up the hill to the far right past the cemetery there is another similar area down by the river but a little quieter but still mowed and electricity. We camped in the rustic area which is passed the main open area through the forrest. Tent only camping is allowed. Sites with letters only. There are several sites located in this area with some fairly private. No other campers were in the rustic area so it was very quiet. Plenty of firewood amongst the tress. We did not use the rustic restroom, we drove to the main rest room block where the showers are located. We did use the well to grab some water. There is a volleyball net and children's play area. A lot of nice walking trails along the river and around the park. I would come here again.

This park might be a bit basic, but it has some lovely features. Let me tell you about them:…read more Playground- the jungle gym equipment was updated in the last year or so. It has a tiny rock wall, some kind of a spinning death trap, and, my favorite, swings! Basketball court- full size (or pretty close, I don't know anything about sports...) Giant field- I think 2 soccer games can easily be going at the same time. Access point to the capitol city bike trail Lots of trees!- there is a wooded area with paths throughout so you can pretend you are in the forest for a few minuets. Get some fresh air. There you have it! Comes for a visit.

Great little park for younger kids! In a quiet neighborhood so it's not busy. Unfortunately there…read moreis no bathroom but I wasn't expecting to find one here. The only swings are for babies/toddlers and they are high off the ground so it is easy to push them. There is also a nice bench and lots of shade trees.

A wonderful new addition to the Waunakee park system with a shelter house with clean restrooms and…read moreplenty of playground equipment. Crazy busy in the summer months.

This is a great little neighborhood park!…read more It's got a little bit of everything. I only live a few miles away, but I am super jealous of the neighbors that surround this park. They have: 2 tennis courts A basketball court A very fun looking play ground A gazebo/ ramada type situation with tables An open field for soccer, ultimate Frisbee, LARPing, other sportz ball games Also, there are walking paths all through the neighborhood What a gem!

Stellar park "centrally" located with access to bars, beers stores, a diverse range of ethnic amd…read moredomestic restaurants, and is two blocks from Willy Street Co-op so a prime picnic stop. Central Park Farmers' Market is awesome! Central Park Sessions provides a venue for world music! Make Music Madison bands are all around the space! Everything from techno, zydeco, bachata, house, and swing can experienced at Fête de Marquette! You skate, spend some time at the skate park! Basically a lovely neighborhood party that is extremely versatile and changes with the seasons!

Central Park, I love you so!…read more I love this place. It is such a great use of land. I was so happy when they started developing it. It's long and narrow shape allows for so many things! I enjoy Fete de Marquette the most of all the festivals/events that take place here. Food, music, a Ferris Wheel! Lots of vendors to browse and even cool activities for the kiddos. 10/10 recommend! I attended the Isthmus Food Cart Fest here, too. Wow that was a BUMMER. I won't get into how much it sucked..... But, it was still a nice set-up at this park. The park also has a skate-park at one end. It's brand new (within the last 2-3 years) and seems to be pretty popular. About midway, there is a really nice brand new restroom facility as well. There is a farmers market weekly in the warm months, too!