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Lake Farm County Park Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Running trail in Madison, Wisconsin · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Lake Farm County Park Trail yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Lake Farm County Park Trail
“Beautiful, accessible trail just outside the city, with a nicely restored prairie, and some shaded forest along the lakeshore.”
“While it doesn't offer many views of the lake (which is odd considering the proximity), it does make for a peaceful hike.”
A nice trail filled with birds, flowers, and fungi. It connects to a few shelters and playgrounds, and a neat looking observation tower. While it doesn't offer many views of the lake (which is odd considering the proximity), it does make for a peaceful hike.
Beautiful, accessible trail just outside the city, with a nicely restored prairie, and some shaded forest along the lakeshore. Great for bird watching!
Very nice trail. I’m in love and the mountains in this pic look like the one I have right here at home with a lot to learn.
Beautiful park with several playground and expansive bike paths , fishing areas and a water tower . Several large parking lots with direct access to paved paths .
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful, accessible trail just outside the city, with a nicely restored prairie, and some shaded forest along the lakeshore.”
“Love love love taking my little dog to the dog park for SMALL dogs located within the main dog park at Lake Farm.”
“While it doesn't offer many views of the lake (which is odd considering the proximity), it does make for a peaceful hike.”
Plan your run at Lake Farm County Park Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Running trails near Madison
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
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McGaw Park
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