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Schumacher Farm Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 106 Google reviews · Running trail in Waunakee, Wisconsin · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Schumacher Farm Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. 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 Schumacher Farm Park
“This living history farm encompasses 40 acres of restored prairie, hiking trails, and picturesque farmland.”
Schumacher Farm Park offers an enriching and enjoyable experience that beautifully combines historical education. Located in Waunakee, Wisconsin, this charming historical site that offers a glimpse into rural Midwestern life in the early 20th century.
This is a great place to catch a sunset and take a walk through the prairie. In the summer there are chickens to visit and it's always fun looking at the old farm equipment on the lawn. Once Covid breaks, this park hold great events for families like Heritage Fest and Halloween on the Farm.
Beautiful historic farm and prairie trails. We enjoyed exploring with our kids and dog. The grounds have lots of picnic tables, a sandbox, and horseshoe pits. I think it could be a fun location for an outdoor family picnic.
Lovely place to visit with the family and dog. Nice trails (about 20 minutes to walk the full prairie). Fun to visit the chickens, let the kid play in the sandbox, check out the heirloom garden, and attend events.
Trail conditions & character
“This living history farm encompasses 40 acres of restored prairie, hiking trails, and picturesque farmland.”
“It was beautiful, bonfire, hayride, reading rooms, fortune tellers, hot dogs, brats, kettlecorn!”
“There are clean bathrooms and the garden flowers attracted a divers array of butterflies and bees.”
Plan your run at Schumacher Farm Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitedanecountyparks.com
- Phone+1 608-849-4559
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–10 pm |
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