Brittingham Park
| Address: | 829 W. Washington Ave. |
| Hours: | 4:00am - 10:00pm |
| Park Type:> | Community |
| Acres: | 25.81 |
| Restroom: | Yes |
| Drinking Water: | Yes |
| Shoreline On: | Monona Bay |
Park History
The Lake Monona shoreline that now makes up Brittingham Park was once so neglected that a speaker at the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association (MPPDA annual meeting in 1904 called it a "disease breeding hole." It was weedy, littered with kitchen garbage and dead fish, and a breeding ground for mosquitoes. He pointed out that ninety percent of the travelers to Madison saw this bay as they either entered or left the city by rail. He proposed the development of a park on Monona Bay.1
The City had begun acquiring a small area of Monona Bay in 1903 but was not ready to develop a large park there. In 1905, Thomas E. Brittingham, reputedly Madison's richest citizen, stepped in with an $8000 donation to the MPPDA for the acquisition of a 27-acre park. Brittingham had made a fortune in the lumber industry. Besides Brittingham Park, his donations helped create other Madison landmarks, including Neighborhood House on South Mills Street, Madison General Hospital (now Meriter), and the statue of Abraham Lincoln on the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Bascom Hill. He was a Regent of the University of Wisconsin, and after his death, his house (now known as Brittingham House) was donated to the University. It is the official home of the University of Wisconsin System President. Brittingham's contributions to the Brittingham Park area continued through 1908 and totaled $24,500.2
The major work involved in creating Brittingham Park was dredging sand from Lake Monona to fill in marshland. The sand base was covered with topsoil and trees and grass were planted. For example, in 1908, the MPPDA planted 17,463 trees and shrubs in Brittingham Park.3
Part of Brittingham's contribution was $7500 for a bath house. However, to get this money, the city would have to provide $5000 for a boathouse. The bathhouse was extremely popular, with a total attendance of 50,000 during the 1910 season. The bathhouse provided bathing suits, and it was said that the over 300 suits available did not have time to dry off at all during the season. There was a line waiting to take the wet suits as soon as the wearers came out of the water.4 The bathhouse was eventually torn down. The boathouse, attributed to the architects Ferry & Clas, is on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Annual Report of the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association, 1904.
- David V. Mollenhoff, Madison: A History of the Formative Years. Dubuque, Iowa: Kendall/Hunt, 1982, pp. 327-331.
- Annual Report of the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association, 1909.
- Annual Report of the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association, 1911.
601 N. Shore Drive, Madison, WI
The Brittingham Boathouse is the oldest surviving park building in Madison. It pre-dates the Madison Parks Division and is a direct link to the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association, begun informally in 1892 and incorporated in 1894. The Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association raised private funds to develop and maintain scenic drives and parks in and around Madison. The Association developed some of Madison's most charming public spaces – Brittingham, Hoyt, Olin, Burrows, Tenney & Vilas Parks, and the Glenway Golf Course. Until 1931, the Association functioned as the city's unofficial parks department. In 1938, the organization disbanded after completing the final title transfer of its property holdings to the city. The Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association's influence extended beyond park development to other areas of civic life where it set standards for public service.
In 1908, John M. Olin, President of the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association, wrote of the need in Brittingham Park for a public bathhouse and boathouse. Some neighborhood residents lost their private boathouses when Brittingham Park was created, and it was Olin's desire to both serve the neighborhood's needs and provide some compensation for their loss.
Thomas E. Brittingham, already a large donor to the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association, stepped up to the challenge. The prominent lumberman and philanthropist (and donor of Brittingham Park, Madison General Hospital, Neighborhood House at 29 S. Mill St., the 1st UW student infirmary, and the statute of Lincoln on Bascom Hill) pledged $7500 for the construction of a public bathhouse if the city would donate $5000 for a boathouse. The city agreed.
Landscape architect and city planner, John Nolen, drew up a sketch plan and site arrangement for each building. These sketches were sent to the prestigious Milwaukee architectural firm of Ferry & Clas for final designs.
The boathouse, constructed of cypress, was erected in early 1910. In 1921 the south wing was extended to add six bays, using the same design and materials as the original structure.
In 1977, the boathouse was named a City of Madison landmark. In 1979 the City of Madison spent over $50,000 to renovate the building. It received a new roof and electrical system and the entire exterior was sanded and painted. In 1982 it was listed on the National Historic Landmarks Registry.
Unfortunately, over the decades, the building's condition deteriorated mostly because of the unstable dredge material used for filling under the original structure. Although the boathouse was partially restored in 1979, no significant renovation funding was available to repair the structurally failing building.
In 2001, Camp Randall Rowing Club, Inc., in partnership with the Madison Parks Division, the Madison Parks Commission, and the Madison Parks Foundation, restarted the effort to save the Brittingham Boathouse. Phase 1 of the Brittingham Boathouse Renovation Project (approximately $850,000) was completed in 2006. It included lifting and relocating the structure to an adjacent location with more stable soils and the complete historic restoration of the exterior of the building, along with the establishment of historic landscaping surrounding the structure.
The money for this extensive renovation came from the fund-raising efforts of Camp Randall Rowing Club, the donations of private citizens, the Hollister trust (left over from the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association days), City of Madison TIF funds, fund-raising efforts of the Madison Parks Foundation, Park Development Fees and Madison Parks Division capital budget funds.
Under the terms of a long-term lease, Camp Randall Rowing Club uses the Brittingham Boathouse to provide competitive high school rowing programs, summer Learn to Row programs for middle and high school students, and for a WeCanRow program for women cancer survivors. Madison residents can rent rack spaces at the boathouse for privately owned rowing shells.
On May 3, 2007, the 2007 Historic Preservation Award was presented to Camp Randall by the Madison Trust for Historic Preservation in recognition of its outstanding preservation efforts on the Brittingham Boathouse. On June 11, 2007, the Wisconsin Historic Society Board of Curators and Awards Committee selected Camp Randall and the Madison Parks Department to receive the Historic Preservation Award. These awards honor the work of Camp Randall Rowing Club and the City of Madison in protecting the Brittingham Boathouse, a Wisconsin historic property.
In 2009, Camp Randall Rowing Club, in partnership with the Madison Parks Division, began the next phase of the renovation project, involving the addition of restrooms and running water for the many rowers using the boathouse, along with the installation of an exterior water fountain for the fishermen, runners and bicyclists using Brittingham Park. This phase (approximately $120,000) was completed in the summer of 2011.
The final phase of the Brittingham Boathouse Renovation Project involves the historic renovation of the building's interior spaces. Much of the handcrafted interior cypress wood was removed during the initial construction and is currently in storage. This final phase contemplates reuse of the original cypress and reconstruction of the original interior architectural details of the boathouse.
At this Park
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Basketball Court
Madison Parks ranks #1 in the nation for the number of basketball hoops per resident, come check out the hoops in your neighborhood! Most of the basketball courts are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you are planning a new league or tournament see Athletic Field Reservations.
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Brittingham Park - Basketball Court
Location: by beach
Surface: Asphalt
Lighted: No
Number of Courts:
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Brittingham Park - Basketball Court
Location: by tennis courts
Surface: Asphalt
Lighted: No
Number of Courts: 1 full
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Beach
BEST VIEWS IN TOWN!
Some of the best views in town may be found in a Madison park. Take in a year-round sunrise or sunset from the shores of Lake Monona and Mendota at any one of more than a dozen beaches.
BEACH SEASON
Beach swimming season is typically Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. This is when PHMDC tests the lake water quality and Parks staff clean and maintain 12 designated beaches. Swimming ropes are provided at a number of the beaches.RESTROOMS
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Beach restrooms are open daily approx. 11am to 7pm, May 27 - Sept. 8. This is an extended season, due to the weather and staffing availability to continue daily cleaning. See RESTROOMS to view locations.
LAKE WATER QUALITY
Public Health Madison & Dane County performs lake water quality testing typically from Memorial Day through Labor Day. In 2023, due to warmer temps are expected into early September. For this reason and in partnership with Madison Parks, PHMDC is extending water quality testing through at least Sept. 8 for designated City of Madison beaches.
Water quality test results are automatically posted on this page with "OK" or "CLOSED." If CLOSED, the beach area and park remain open but the water is closed for swimming. If OK, the water quality is approved for swimming, however, it does not mean a lifeguard is on duty.
RULES
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Brittingham Beach
Public Health Water Testing:Address: 701 W. Brittingham Pl.Closed
Restroom: Yes
Drinking Water: Yes
Parking: Parking Lot
Amenities: Canoe/Kayak Rental, Concessions, Picnic Tables, Playground
Swim Ropes: No
Lifeguard: No
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Canoe & Kayak Launch Site
Madison Parks offers various locations to launch a canoe or kayak and is allowed at all of Madison Parks motorboat launch sites. Additionally, the parks listed below have a specially designated area for launch.
If you are looking to store your kayak or canoe in a park, please visit the storage webpage.
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Canoe & Kayak Rental
Interested in getting out on one of Madison's lakes but you don't have your own watercraft? No problem! We have partners at locations throughout the city offering these great lake amenities!
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Madison Boats at Brittingham Park
Location: Brittingham Park, 701 W. Brittingham Place
Telephone: (608) 250-2555
More Information: Madison Boats at Brittingham Park
Notes: Available: Canoes, single and tandem kayaks, stand up paddleboards, paddle boats, water mats and fishing boats.
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Dog Off-Leash Park
Off-Leash Dog Park News
- Odana School parking lot, temporary access closure: City of Madison Engineering is expected to close the parking lot entrance sometime this fall, weather permitting. This date is subject to change. As most park users know, there is a long-standing groundwater runoff issue along the entrance, sidewalk and into the street at Odana School Dog Park parking lot which becomes an icy hazard during the colder months. The work is anticipated to last several days and the parking lot entrance will be closed.
- New website feature: Scroll to see the green OPEN or red CLOSED status of your favorite off-leash dog park.
Madison Parks offers 9 fenced, off-leash dog park areas with three locations, Odana School, Warner and Sycamore, providing a separate small-dog fenced area.2024 Fees
Daily $8 Annual $43 Annual Senior (65+) & Disabled $20 Annual Military/Veteran (New!) $20 Replacement $20 .jpg)
- 2023 permit is valid through December 31, 2023.
- 2024 permit is available for purchase starting Nov. 1, 2023 and is valid from the time of purchase through December 31, 2024.
- REQUIRED A daily or annual Dog Permit is required.
- The 2023 permit is valid through December 31, 2023.
- The 2024 permit is available for purchase starting November 1 and is valid from the time of purchase through December 31, 2024.
- A permit is required in order to bring your dog to any park, off-leash and on-leash, where a dog is allowed. See Dog Free Park for exceptions.
- The dog permit is part of the Cooperative Dog Park Program and also valid for use in Dane County Parks, City of Sun Prairie parks, and City of Middleton parks.
- Purchase a daily or annual permit ONLINE or by calling (608)266-4711.
- REQUIRED A dog license is required for ALL visiting dogs. City of Madison residents may purchase through Madison Treasury Office.
- Dogs visiting from other areas are always welcome with proper licenses and/or vaccinations from your town/municipality. Be prepared to show proof if asked by a Park Ranger.
- A dog license is ONLY available after a rabies vaccination is administered by a veterinarian within 30 days after the dog reaches 4 months of age. Dogs under 5 months of age or without proper vaccinations, are therefore not licensed and are PROHIBITED.
- REQUIRED Dogs must remain on a leash to/from your vehicle to the inside of the dog park area.
- PROHIBITED AREAS
- Dogs are not allowed in any conservation park, near playgrounds, designated beaches, athletic fields, in or near park shelters, and a few other notable locations. See Dog Free Parks for a complete list of locations.
- During the winter dogs are not permitted on designated cross-country ski trails. See Cross-Country Skiing for locations.
- Bring Your Own Water Sharing water is not recommended and can lead to parasites and disease transmission. DO NOT LEAVE WATER OR WATER BOWLS.
WARNER PARK LAGOON Unlike the water at public beaches, the water in the lagoon at Warner Park is not tested by Public Health Madison & Dane County. Always check the conditions before letting your dog in the water. LEARN MORE
On July 13, 2016 the Board of Park Commissioners approved the Policy and Guidelines for Off-Leash Dog Park Service Area Standards within the Madison Park System with Attachment A. The Policy is intended to guide the Parks Division in planning new off-leash dog park (exercise) areas and to set standards for responding to requests for the creation of off-leash dog park (exercise) areas in the Madison Parks system. View all Dog Off-Leash Parks-
Brittingham Park - Dog Off-Leash Park
Location: 326 S. Broom St.
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: Yes
Fountain: Yes
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: No
OPEN
Notes: .36 acres; 2019 renovations include synthetic turf, a doggy drinking fountain with ADA arm and bowl
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Fireplace
Madison Parks has several parks with working fireplaces. You are welcome to use the fireplaces with your park shelter reservation. Hoyt Park also has several refurbished outdoor fireplaces where you can enjoy toasted marshmallows and a quiet evening around a fire. Just remember to bring your own wood and extinguish the fire completely before leaving the park. Please note, fires are not permitted in Vilas Park during the winter months.
With the guidance of the Madison Fire Department and MGO 34.07, fires in general parks (not in a conservation park) are allowed with the following rules:- Fire has a spark arrestor or heavy screen to contain the embers and sparks
- Fire has at least 10 ft. clearance from combustibles
- Smoke does not create a nuisance
- Fire is continuously monitored and maintained by an adult
- A method to extinguish the fire is readily available
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Fishing
Wisconsin residents aged 16 years old or older need a fishing license to fish in any waters of the state. Nonresidents aged 16 years old or older need a nonresident fishing license to fish in Wisconsin waters with hook and line. Visit the Wisconsin DNR website for more information.View all FishingEvery year, the first consecutive Saturday and Sunday in June and the third Saturday and Sunday in January, are designated as Free Fishing Weekends throughout the state of Wisconsin. Residents and nonresidents of all ages can fish without a fishing license (and trout stamps) over these two days. Visit WI DNR
An accessible pier is located in Vilas Park, on Lake Wingra. From WI DNR: Lake Wingra is a 336-acre lake with a maximum depth of 14 feet. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye.
MESSAGE FROM PUBLIC HEALTH: Eating certain fish can be harmful because they may contain mercury, PCBs, or PFAS. Follow advice for Wisconsin and Dane County waters to choose fish with fewer chemicals. Learn more about PFAS from Public Health Madison & Dane County. -
Historical Feature
More information on historic buildings or district questions may be found in the Department of Planning & Community & Economic Development Planning Division.
Wisconsin has the highest concentration of burial mounds in the United States and the Madison area has one of the highest concentrations of burial mounds remaining. Most mounds were lost to 19th-century agricultural practices and city development. The mound builders were farmers who also engaged in hunting and gathering. They lived in small villages and migrated from one to another based on the seasonal availability of natural resources. The mounds often, but not always, have burials associated with them, but their exact purpose is not entirely understood. Mounds tend to have been built in places with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. The mounds are considered sacred by modern Native Americans and should be treated with respect.
A Burial Mounds Policy was created with assistance from the Wisconsin Historical Society and the Ho-Chunk Nation, and approved by the Board of Park Commissioners in October 2019, the policy provides guidelines and procedures for managing burial mounds located in Madison Parks. Burial mound locations are also included in the policy.-
Brittingham Boathouse
Location: 617 North Shore Drive
Built: 1910
Description: The construction of this public boathouse represents the spirit of municipal improvement that infused this city at the turn of the last century. The parkland and its model facilities were created through the generosity of lumberman Thomas E. Brittingham and the hard work of a private group, the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association, headed by John M. Olin. The facilities also included a large bath house to the west, which was demolished in the 1960s. In 1921 a wing for more boat storage was added to the south in the same design as the original. George B. Ferry and Alfred C. Clas of Milwaukee were distinguished architects known here for their design of the Wisconsin Historical Society building on campus. The boathouse was built on former marshland and has structural problems as a result. It is planned in the near future to move it a little way to sounder ground and renovate the historic structure.
The boathouse was designated a City of Madison landmark on July 18, 1977 and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
More Information: Landmark Nomination
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Open Field
Madison Parks are a unique blend of active recreation and passive recreation spaces. Open Fields are just that - open, not pre-designed as a softball diamond, or football field. These open fields are available in these parks to spark your imagination, play a game of tag, or follow the leader - or anything you can think of! Enjoy your parks!
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Brittingham Park - Open Field Games
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Parking Lot
Parking lots in parks are available for park programs or events during regular park hours: 4:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Parking Rules
- Driving or parking motorized vehicles is not allowed on the grass or near a shelter and is subject to a citation.
- Three-hour limit in all parks, as posted.
- No parking after hours: 10pm to 4am. Overnight parking is not allowed.
- Conservation park hours are 4am until one hour after sunset
- Follow all onsite parking regulation signs.
- Violators are subject to a fine.
The parking lot located on the eastern side of Law Park, commonly known as the Blair Lot, is a metered parking lot, enforced by City of Madison Parking Division between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Pickleball Court
Among the nearly 100 tennis courts in Madison, many are dual-stripped for pickleball. Dual-striped courts utilize the tennis net which is about 2" taller than a standard pickleball net. Garner Park offers Madison's only dedicated pickleball courts.
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While the courts are available for individuals on a first-come, first-served basis, ALL LEAGUES AND LESSONS MUST RESERVE IN ADVANCE. See Athletic Field Reservations
Learn more about the game and rules adopted by the USA Pickleball Association.
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Brittingham Park - Pickleball Court
Surface: Asphalt
Lighted: No
Number of Courts: 4
Notes: Tennis/Pickleball Courts
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Playground
With more than 175 playgrounds throughout Madison, you are never too far from a playground. According to the Trust for Public Land, Madison ranks #1 in the nation for the number of playgrounds available. The traditional swings and slides are always an option, as are new play elements and fully accessible playgrounds.
PLAYGROUNDS FOR EVERYONE
Through the Madison Parks Foundation initiative, Madison Parks offers accessible playgrounds in Brittingham, Elver, Rennebohm and Warner parks. In 2024, an accessible playground is anticipated in Reindahl Park.
PLAYGROUND REPLACEMENTS: HOW AND WHEN
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Madison Parks is responsible for maintaining more than 175 playgrounds and began a system-wide replacement initiative in 2013. With current staff and funding resources, replacements are scheduled to continue through 2033. Playgrounds are routinely inspected to assess the equipment's conditions and repair any safety concerns. Based on the age of the equipment and current conditions, each is given an audit score. The number of playgrounds replaced each year is based on budget allocations, staffing resources, and using the current playground audit score for prioritization.
REPLACEMENT PROCESS: NEIGHBORHOOD INPUT
At the start of the replacement process, notices are sent to the District Alder, neighborhood association representatives, and surrounding residential addresses. Information is also posted to the project website. Generally, two public meetings are held to review surfacing and equipment options and make final selections.
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Brittingham Park - Playground
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Brittingham Park - Playground
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Brittingham Park - Playground
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Restroom
OPEN RESTROOMS
The system-wide process to close restrooms for the winter season began Oct. 1. Listed on this page are OPEN restrooms (daily 10am to 8pm). All other restrooms are CLOSED.
Restrooms throughout the park system are open seasonally from approximately mid/late April through early to late October. The systemwide process of opening/closing restrooms takes several weeks and depends on the weather and staffing.
WINTER
Once winter recreation begins, in addition to the year-round locations, Vilas and portable restrooms are provided in select winter recreation locations, once the amenity is open for the winter season. Please check Winter Fun for the status of winter recreation at a specific park.
YEAR-ROUND- Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park - North
- Elver Park enclosed shelter
- Owen Conservation Park
- Tenney Park at the John Wall Family Pavilion
- Warner Park boat launch
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Brittingham Park Portable
Location: 701 W. Brittingham Place
OPEN
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Shelter - Reservable
Madison Parks offers larger shelters and pavilions perfect for a casual event, staff retreat or celebration. Most are available to reserve from mid-April through mid-October, with a few exceptions as noted below. The Shelter Reservations Guide provides details on seating capacities, and amenities such as outlets, fireplaces, and picnic tables. Reservations may be made online, in person or by phone. Please follow these helpful steps when making a reservation.
STEPS TO RESERVE A SHELTER- Review RESERVATION POLICIES and SHELTER PRICES.
- Review Parks Projects. As we are continually improving our park system, some projects may impact a nearby shelter.
- RESERVE one of three ways. Full payment, by credit card only, is due at the time of processing.
- ONLINE
- Calling (608)266-4711
- In-person at the Parks administration office
Important Notes:
- Full payment, by credit card only is due at the time of processing your reservation
- Any required permits, such as amplified sound, or alcohol are required at the time of processing.
- All reservations are subject to our standard cancellation policy.
- 2024 reservations open Tuesday, November 14, 2023.
- IMPORTANT: For reservations made on opening day (2nd Tuesday in November), cancellations made 11 or more days before the event date will receive a 50% refund.
- Due to reserved special events, a number of locations are not available. See 2024 Special Event Reservations.
- Dogs are prohibited inside a shelter or other City building.
- Picnic shelters may be reserved online or by calling -OR- if not reserved, are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Day of signage is posted at the shelter.
- Madison Parks does not guarantee absolute privacy to any group. Your reservation will reserve only the facility you are using, not the entire park or other facilities within the park. If you are interested in reserving the entire park, please visit Special Events.
- Alcohol is permitted in most Madison Parks. Glass is never allowed. There are a handful of alcohol-free parks. In these locations, if you would like to bring alcohol, you will need an alcohol permit, which may be obtained when placing your reservation. An alcohol permit, without a reservation, is not given.
- Public improvements and/or construction may be underway during the time of your reservation. The City of Madison Parks Division makes every attempt to schedule around events and shelter reservations whenever possible, however, this is not a guarantee. Please keep in mind improvements to parks and infrastructure continue throughout the year. Please visit Park Projects for a partial list of major capital improvement projects.
- Firearms or weapons are not permitted at any of the shelters. Violators may be considered trespassers and may be subject to forfeiture or arrest.
- The availability of Gates of Heaven may be checked online however, you will need to call to make your reservation.
- Reservations for the following year begin in November of the proceeding year.
Open Schedule Exceptions
- Open year-round:
- Open mid-April through mid-November:
- John Wall Family Pavilion in Tenney Park
- Elver Park (enclosed shelter)
- Warner Park
- Olin Park (through October)
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Brittingham Park
Address: 829 W. Washington Ave.
Capacity: Seats 150 people
Restrooms: In shelter
Water: Available in shelter
Parking: Parking lot
Alcohol-Free Park: Yes – alcohol permit is required.
Shelter Details: Brittingham Park
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Slacklining and Hammocking
Slacklining or hammocking in a park is allowed following the guidelines below at specific times, on specific trees, and never in a conservation park. Always keep in mind, Park Rangers have the authority to remove or order the removal of any slackline or hammock which they deem as harmful to the tree or as a danger to the safety of park users. The best advice, WHEN IN DOUBT, DON'T.
Dos and Don'ts
Tethering to trees for the purpose of slacklining or hammocking is allowed following these guidelines:- DO: Sunrise to 30 minutes prior to sunset
- DO: Temporary only and may never be left unattended or overnight
- DO: Only on trees greater than 1' in diameter and 4.5'
- DO: Tree protect is used at connection points
- DON'T: Never tether on Oak, Hickory or Birch trees
- DON'T: Never in any conservation park
Proper Tree Protection
Tree protection is required for tethering any equipment to help prevent damage to the tree's bark. Carpet, foam pads or towels make good protection. Make sure the fabric padding completely encircle the tree at the connection points and is a minimum of ¼" thick by 10" wide. For more information and examples, see TREE PROTECTION
Prohibited Trees
Never tether on an oak, hickory or birch tree. When in doubt, don't For more information, see TREE IDENTIFICATION
When in Doubt, Don'tPark Rangers have the authority to remove or order the removal of any slackline or hammock which they deem as harmful to the tree or as a danger to the safety of park users.
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Tennis Court
Madison Parks offers nearly 100 tennis courts, many are dual-stripped for tennis and pickleball. While the courts are available for individuals on a first-come, first-served basis, ALL LEAGUES AND LESSONS MUST RESERVE IN ADVANCE. See Athletic Field Reservations
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Practice Wall Locations
Bordner, Brittingham, Elver, Olbrich, Tenney, Waunona and Westmorland
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Brittingham Park - Tennis Court
Surface: Asphalt
Lighted: No
Number of Courts: 4
Notes: Tennis/Pickleball Courts
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Ultimate Frisbee Field
Ultimate Frisbee or just Ultimate uses large open spaces. Organized groups may reserve these fields for their league play using our online reservation system Athletic Field Reservations.
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Fields, open or closed?
If a field reservation is canceled, a notification is emailed to the user who made the field reservation. Notifications are sent by 2:00 pm Monday through Friday and by 9:00 am on weekends and holidays.
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Brittingham Park - Ultimate Frisbee
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Volleyball Court
Most of the volleyball courts are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you are planning a new league or tournament see Athletic Field Reservations.
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Warner Park -
Brittingham Park - Volleyball Court
Location: W Washington Ave
Surface: Sand
Lighted: No
Number of Courts: 2
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