Elver Park
Madison, WI 53719 Directions
Acres: 250.82
The largest community park in Madison Parks, Elver Park spans an impressive 250 acres in the southwest corner of the city. Elver features two reservable shelters, a splash park, athletic fields, a disc golf course and more. See At This Park for a complete list.
Alcohol is prohibited in this park on July 4. For more information, see the Madison General Ordinance 8.24. If you wish to have alcohol in this park on July 4, you must have an alcohol permit, which may be obtained through the Parks Administrative Office.
During elections, this site is a City of Madison polling location and is closed to all other activities.
Elver Park features an inclusive playground.
Splash Park
Cool off during the summer with a visit to the Elver splash park! Madison Parks offers three splash parks that are always free to use and open daily, typically Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend: 10:00am to 8:00pm.
To report a mechanical or operating issue: 608-235-0448
At this Park
Athletic Fields & Courts
Most athletic fields and courts are available first-come, first-served. You must reserve fields and courts online for leagues, lessons, or tournaments.
Basketball
Full Courts: 3
- East of parking lot and playground, near tennis courts: 1
- North/northwest of parking lots: 2
Definitions: Full Court = 50' x 84' and Full Small Court = 44' x 74'
Cricket
Cricket fields are programmed with club play. If you would like to reserve a field or facility, please call the Athletic Scheduler at 608-266-4711.
Multipurpose Field
4 fields
Multipurpose Fields are reservable athletic fields with no game-specific design or limitations. Often used for soccer, ultimate, lacrosse or football, yet open to your imagination. They may be used on a first-come, first-served basis if not already reserved.
Softball
4 softball diamonds.
Tennis & Pickleball
Courts: 3, asphalt
Cross-Country Skiing
Closed for Season
A daily or annual ski permit is required. Easy, intermediate, and advanced.
Last groomed: -
Disc Golf Course
Open
Open with new Innova Tour Targets (red - short and blue - long). (April 27, 2026)
Course Map (holes 2 - 4 redesigned and opened in 2025)
A daily or annual disc golf permit is required for anyone 16 years or older. You can buy a disc golf permit online.
Hockey Rink
Closed for Season
Check the status before heading out. If a rink is listed as closed, do not go on the ice.
Ice Skating
Closed for Season
Check the status before heading out. If a rink is listed as closed, do not go on the ice.
Open Shelter
Please review reservation policies, shelter prices, and current park projects before reserving.
Pavilion
Please review reservation policies, shelter prices, and current park projects before reserving.
Playground
With 160+ playgrounds throughout Madison, you are never too far from a playground. Playground design and amenities vary by park.
Restrooms at Open Shelter
Open
In 2026, restrooms are open April 25 – early October.
Restrooms at Pavilion Shelter
Open
In 2026, restrooms are open April 25 – early October.
Restrooms at Softball Fields
Open
Open with athletic reservations.
In 2026, restrooms are open April 25 – early October.
Sledding
With good snow cover, Elver Park sledding hill is lit for evening fun! Warming house and concessions.
Sledding hills are suggested with good snow cover. Open and closed statuses are not monitored.
Snowshoeing
In general parks, snowshoeing is allowed anywhere with good snow cover; typically, this means at least 6" or more. Snowshoeing is not allowed off-trail in a conservation park or on a designated cross-country ski trail.
Splash Park
To turn on water features, push button on the silver pole with a blue foot.
Restrooms are available nearby at either shelter.
Open daily, 10:00am to 8:00pm Memorial weekend through Labor Day.
To report an issue, call 608-266-4711. After hours, call 608-235-0448.
Trails
Explore the many scenic trails and pathways throughout Madison Parks.