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Warner Park

Address: | 2930 N. Sherman Ave. |
Hours: | 4:00am - 10:00pm |
Park Type:> | Community |
Acres: | 213.49 |
Restroom: | Yes |
Drinking Water: | Yes |
Shoreline On: | Lake Mendota |
Park History
The use of the Warner Park area as a public park dates back to 1898, when the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association (MPPDA) built a segment of the Farwell Pleasure Drive through the John P. Woodard farm.1 The Woodard Bay segment of the drive ran along a beach on the northwest side of Lake Mendota. This beach area was over 2200 feet long, the bottom was sandy, and the water was shallow enough to make it ideal for children.2Ernest Noble Warner, who had been president of the MPPDA since 1912, died after an automobile accident in July, 1930. Warner had served in the 1905 State Assembly, where he was the Progressive floor leader and successfully introduced landmark civil service and primary election legislation. 3 Just before he died, he appointed a committee of the MPPDA to investigate acquiring the beach for the public.4 Within two weeks of his death, the Ernest N. Warner Memorial Park Committee was formed to raise $20,000 to buy the beach as a memorial.5
But fund raising was difficult during the Depression. Though the committee made periodic payments on a land contract, it still owed $10,700 in 1937. 6 The beach could be improved through federal work relief programs, but the land had to be owned by a public body.7 There were also fears that Woodard's heirs would lose patience, foreclose, and sell the land for development, or even an amusement park.8 Fundraising resumed, and the Madison City Council formally accepted ownership of the beach in July, 1939.9
During the Second World War, the city set aside a portion of the beach for recreational use by servicemen stationed in Madison. 10
In the 1950's, several farms north of the railroad tracks were purchased to develop the park as a major recreational space for the growing northeast part of Madison. 11
These purchases included part of a wetlands area known as Castle Marsh. The Wisconsin Conservation Department owned the rest of Castle Marsh. Castle Marsh was a spawning grounds for northern pike, though nearby development was making it less productive. An agreement between the Conservation Department and the City of Madison allowed for the creation of the Warner Park lagoon and the preservation of enough wetlands to support northern pike fry.12 Part of Warner Park is still technically owned by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, though it is administered by the Madison Parks Division.
Over the years, recreational facilities have been added to Warner Park. This includes facilities for amateur, league, and high school team sports.
The Warner Park football field was used for Madison East and La Follette High School games until 2002. The Madison Mustangs (Central States Football League) also played semiprofessional football in Warner Park from 1964 through 1974.
Warner Park has been Madison's home for minor league and summer college league baseball. Teams that played in Warner Park have been the Madison Muskies (1982-1993, Class A Oakland A's affiliate), Madison Hatters (1994, Class A St. Louis Cardinals affiliate), Madison Black Wolf (1996-2000, Northern League), and the Madison Mallards (2001-present, Northwoods League). The Muskies are particularly remembered for creative promotions such as "Kazoo Night," the chant of "Let's Go, Fish," and players who went on to the major leagues, including Tim Belcher, Scott Brosius, Jose Canseco, Felix Jose, Steve Kiefer, Luis Polonia, Terry Steinbach, and Walt Weiss.13 The Mallards, the most recent occupants, have developed a large and loyal following.
Warner Park is the home of Rhythm & Booms, Madison's annual Fourth of July music and fireworks extravaganza, which draws over a quarter million visitors to the park itself and many more thousands to other spots in the city from which the fireworks are visible.
Warner Park's 18-foot tall replica of the Statue of Liberty was originally erected in 1951 in Giddings Park on the southeast shore of Lake Mendota. It was one of several such statues donated by local groups throughout the country in honor of the 40th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America. When a portion of Giddings Park was traded for more beach access, the statue was moved into storage. It was later put in Warner Park and a court of honor was built.
The picnic shelter with the colorful cylinders was designed by Kenton Peters and was built in 1994. It replaces one that burned in 1992.
On September 19, 1999, the Warner Park Community Recreation Center was officially dedicated. Northside residents and businesses contributed much of the energy and money needed for this project.
- Report of Moneys Received and Expended and Work Done by the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association for the Year Ending April 10, 1899, p. 4.
- Wisconsin State Journal, July 30, 1939.
- Capital Times, July 9, 1930, p. 1-2
- "$20,000 Park to Honor Warner Memory," Wisconsin State Journal, July 22, 1930.
- "Plan $20,000 Park to Honor Warner," Capital Times, July 22, 1930, p. 1
- "Plans for E. N. Warner Public Park on Lake Mendota," Wisconsin State Journal, July 2, 1937
- Letter from J. W. Jackson to Mayor James R. Law, Sept. 25, 1936 (in Parks Division files.)
- "Lakewood District Residents Vote to Support Retention of Warner Park," Wisconsin State Journal, July 27, 1937, p. 8
- Minutes of the Madison Board of Park Commissioners, July 24, 1939
- Minutes of the Madison Board of Park Commissioners, May 25, 1942
- "Northeast Land Sought for Park," Wisconsin State Journal, November 26, 1953.
- "Castle Marsh Spawning Area to Be Preserved," Wisconsin State Journal, February 20, 1958.
- "Canseco? No way, Jose," Wisconsin State Journal, April 14, 1991.
At this Park
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Baseball Field
The baseball diamonds are programmed with youth and adult league play. If you would like to reserve a field or facility, please call the Athletic Scheduler at (608)266-4711. Go to: Athletic Field Reservations.
FIELDS, OPEN OR CLOSED?
The best and ONLY way to know if your field is open for play is to call the Rainout Line (608)267-8787. Weekdays the line will be updated by 2:00pm, weekends and holidays the line will be updated by 9:00am. The line will be updated if fields are questionable, if no update by times listed, fields are open for play. View all Baseball Fields-
Warner Stadium
Bleachers: Yes
Lighted: Yes
Setup: Adult
Type: Game
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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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Warner Park - Basketball South
Location: West of softball fields
Surface: Asphalt
Lighted: No
Number of Courts: 1 full
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Warner Park - Basketball Troy Dr
Location: Troy Drive
Surface: Asphalt
Lighted: Yes
Number of Courts: 2 full
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Beach
Sunrise or sunset? We have some of the best views in town!
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Take in the spectacular lake views at one of these beaches.
Water quality testing is performed Memorial Day through Labor Day by Public Health Madison & Dane County.-
Warner Beach
Public Health Water Testing:Address: 1101 Woodward Dr.Closed
Restroom: Yes
Drinking Water: Yes
Parking: Parking Lot
Amenities: Boat Ramp, Picnic Tables
Swim Ropes: Yes
Lifeguard: No
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Boat Launch
ACCESS THE LAKES!
Surrounded by more than 15,000 acres of lakes, accessing the water is easy in Madison and surrounding communities with your Lake Access Permit. A daily or annual permit is required year-round at designated sites to launch a motorboat, sailboat, iceboat, canoe, kayak, or ATV (see locations below). Piers are available spring through fall. Installation and removal are dependent on the weather and lake conditions.
LAKE ACCESS PERMIT (Ordinance 8.215):
- A daily or annual permit is required year-round to launch a motorboat, sailboat, iceboat, canoe, kayak, or ATV.
- Purchase permit ONLINE or by calling during regular office hours. Onsite kiosks are not available.
- The permit is valid for the issue year through March 31 of the following year.
- The permit should be displayed on the inside driver's side windshield.
DESIGNATED CITY OF MADISON LAUNCH LOCATIONS BY LAKE- LAKE MONONA: Law, Olbrich, Olin
- LAKE MENDOTA: Marshall, Spring Harbor, Tenney, Warner
LAUNCH AREA PARKING RULES AND TIPS (Ordinance 8.16):
- Long stalls are for parking vehicles with trailers only.
- Regular-size stalls are for parking vehicles with no trailer only.
- Parking on the grass is prohibited.
- When the launch parking lot is full, you must find an alternative launch site
- Violators are subject to a citation.
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Warner Park - Boat Launch
Lake Access Permit Required: Yes
Notes: 1201 Woodward Drive
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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.
James Madison Park pier update (as of 03/23/2021): The pier at James Madison Parks sustained significant damage during the flood of 2018 and was removed as a result. Due to FEMA regulations and approvals, the replacement of this pier is delayed. Unfortunately, we still do not have a timeline for its replacement. View all Canoe & Kayak Launch Sites -
Canoe & Kayak Storage
Watercraft Storage Spaces
Explore Madison's beautiful lakes, rivers, and creeks by paddle and store your canoe, kayak or paddleboard on the shores of your favorite park. All storage racks are outdoors and uncovered. The annual storage period begins each year on April 1 and ends on March 31 of the following year.
How to Reserve:- You may be placed on our waitlist at no charge by call (608) 266-4711 or EMAIL.
- Current users will be able to renew their watercraft storage beginning in late winter/early spring each year and must renew by April 1.
- As spaces become available, those on the waitlist will be contacted after April 1 and given the opportunity to reserve a space.
$110 Madison Resident
$200 Non-Resident
Watercraft storage rules include:- Watercraft must not exceed 80 pounds, 18' length, 42" width or 24" height.
- Storage is for permitted watercraft only. No personal property.
- Only one watercraft is allowed in each space.
- Watercraft must be secured to the boat storage rack. The owner accepts all liability for theft or damage to their property.
- Parks Staff reserves the right to cut any lock and remove any watercraft, under any condition it deems necessary for the function of the boat storage program.
- See agreement for complete rules.
Additional storage may be available at the following:- Brittingham Park: Brittingham Boats 608-250-2555
- Olbrich Park: Rutabaga Paddlesports 608-513-1308
- Wingra Park: Wingra Boats 608-233-5332
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Dog Off-Leash Park
Madison Parks offers 9 fenced, off-leash dog park areas with three locations, Odana School, Warner and Sycamore, providing a special small dog area.
- REQUIRED A Dog Park Permit is required
- Purchase a daily or annual permit ONLINE or by calling (608)266-4711.
- The Annual Permit is valid for one calendar year and available after December 1 for the following year.
- Onsite kiosks are closed due to COVID-19 safety precautions.
- REQUIRED A dog license is required for ALL visiting dogs. City of Madison residents may purchase through the City Treasurer's Office.
- Dogs visiting from other areas are always welcome with proper license 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-leash to/from your vehicle to the inside of the dog park area.
- PROHIBITED AREAS Dogs are not allowed in any Dog Free Park, playgrounds, designated beaches, athletic fields, conservation parks, golf courses (in season) or in any park building. During the winter dogs are not permitted on groomed cross-country ski trails. LEARN MORE
PERMIT FREE DAY Madison Parks in partnership with Dane County Parks annually offer one "free day" per year when no permit is required. This is typically in June and posted at least one month in advance.
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-
Warner Park - Dog Off-Leash Park
Location: 2301 Sheridan Dr.
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: Yes
Fountain: No
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: No
Notes: Approx. 37 acres. Water in the lagoon is not tested by Public Health. Always check conditions before letting your dog in the water. More info: https://www.publichealthmdc.com/environmental-health/beaches-lakes-pools/blue-green-algae-precautions
- REQUIRED A Dog Park Permit is required
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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 -
Football Field
Many of the football fields are programmed with youth and adult league play. If you would like to reserve a field or facility, please call the Athletic Scheduler at 266-4711. Find out more about Athletic Field Reservations.
FIELDS, OPEN OR CLOSED?The best and ONLY way to know if your field is open for play is to call the Rainout Line (608)267-8787. Weekdays the line will be updated by 2:00pm, weekends and holidays the line will be updated by 9:00am. The line will be updated if fields are questionable, if no update by times listed, fields are open for play.
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Warner Park - Football
Bleachers: Yes
Lighted: Yes
Setup: Adult
Type: Game
Notes: This location has goal posts.
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Hiking
Explore the many scenic trails and pathways throughout Madison Parks. Leashed & licensed dogs are allowed on most trails with a Dog Park Permit. See Dog Free Parks, for exceptions. Restrooms are open year-round at Cherokee Marsh, North Unit and Owen conservation parks.
Please observe the following COVID-19 safety precautions:- Maintain a physical distance of at least 6' from anyone outside your household.
- Share the path. Some trails are bike and pedestrian shared. Bicyclists, remain 6' from pedestrians and give a courtesy alert to others that you are passing on the left.
- MORE PATH TIPS
A number of parks are mapped for hiking. Look for a map onsite or on the individual park page, under the "About This Park" section. View all Hiking -
Ice Skating
19 designated rinks and lagoons at 13 locations throughout the park system.
- FREE-TO-USE: All designated rinks and lagoons are free to use. No reservation required!
- SKATE RENTALS AVAILABLE (first-come, first-served): Elver, Tenney and Vilas
- No rentals on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- CHECK THE STATUS: Is the rink open? See the status below.
- DO NOT skate, walk, or otherwise go on a rink or lagoon until it is declared open. Doing so is not safe and slows the opening process by damaging the ice.
- While ice is never 100% safe, staff monitors the ice depth to be at least 5" to safely support humans and grooming equipment.
- LEARN MORE about winter recreation in Madison Parks:
- Read Your Guide to Ice Skating in Madison Parks
- Subscribe to Winter Recreation News
WHAT'S DIFFERENT THIS YEAR
Due to COVID-19 safety precautions, park users will see a number of adjustments this season.- Wear a mask.
- Restrooms open, with limited capacity.
- Warming shelters are closed to the public. No personal items may be left inside.
- Skate rentals available with modified hours. See each location for equipment, rates, and hours.
- No hot chocolate or concessions.
- Limited outdoor seating provided.
A big thank you to our many volunteers and the ADOPT ICE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM!
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Warner Park - Frozen Lagoon
Location: 2930 N. Sherman Ave.
Closed
More Information: Skating at Warner Park
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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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Warner Park - Open Field Games
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Parking Lot
Parking lots are available in these parks for the programs or events in these parks. Parking lots are available from 4:00 am to 10:00 pm. Overnight parking is not allowed. Parking regulations specific to that park are posted at the entrance of the park. View all Parking Lots -
Picnic Shelter
Smaller picnic shelters may be reserved for exclusive or on a first-come, first-served basis, if not previously reserved.
RESERVE: ONLINE (search "small picnic shelter") or by calling (608) 266-4711
2021 FEE- $35/day, including tax
- Amplified Sound Permit: $60/reservation (6 hours maximum). Please ask when reserving
- Temporary Structure Permits: $110/day, including tax
- Alcohol Permit (select parks only): $55/reservation. It is required in select parks. Please ask when reserving.
- 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. A handful are alcohol-free and would require a permit to bring alcohol. You must have a reservation and an alcohol permit, which can be obtained when placing a reservation.
- All picnic shelters are open year-round, however, if the picnic shelter has restrooms, these are open seasonally (closed winter/cold months).
- Firearms or weapons are not permitted at any of the shelters. Violators may be considered trespassers and may be subject to forfeiture or arrest.
- **IMPORTANT**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 continues throughout the year. Please see Park Projects for park improvement that may impact a nearby shelter.
CHANGES & CANCELLATIONS OF PICNIC SHELTER RESERVATIONS:
- Cancellation requests must be submitted to the Parks Administration Office in writing to:
210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, #104, Madison, WI 53703 or by email. - There is no charge to change the date and/or location, if the request is received 28 days or more prior to event date.
- Full refunds are given, at no charge for cancellation requests received at least 28 days prior to the event date.
- Cancellations and changes received 27 to 11 days prior to the event date (counting notice date and event date) will incur a $10 administrative fee.
- No cancellations or changes will be accepted 10 days or fewer before the event date (counting notice date and event date).
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Warner Park Picnic Shelter
Location: Northwest of Tennis Courts
Restrooms: No
Lighted: No
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Playground
According to the Trust for Public Land Madison ranks #1 in the nation for the number of playgrounds per capita - 7 playgrounds for every 10,000 people. That's a lot of options! In 2020, our overall ParkScore Ranking was #12 in the nation.
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Madison Parks offers all-inclusive playgrounds in Brittingham Park and Elver Park. The Elver Park playground opened in July 2019. READ MORE.
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Warner Park - Playground
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Warner Park - Playground
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Recreation Center
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Restroom
Public restrooms are located throughout the park system and in many locations with a reservable shelter. Year-round restrooms are open at Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park - North, Warner Boat Launch, and Owen Conservation Park.
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Seasonal restrooms are generally open mid-April through mid-October, from approximately 10am to 8pm daily.-
Warner Park
Location: 2930 N. Sherman Ave
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Warner Park Beach
CLOSED
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Warner Park Boat Launch
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Warner Park Softball
CLOSED
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Scenic Overlook
Many of the Madison Parks are located in ideal locations for sight seeing. Enjoy the view! View all Scenic Overlooks -
Shelter - Reservable
2021 SHELTER RESERVATIONS
- Most shelters are open mid-April through mid-October (see exceptions below). You may check availability and reserve a shelter for 2021 ONLINE or by calling (608) 266-4711.
- Full payment is due at the time of processing your reservation, along with any required permits.
- Credit card (MasterCard or Visa) is the only accepted method of payment.
- Due to COVID-19, the Parks office remains closed to the public and we cannot accept cash or check as payment.
- All reservations are subject our standard cancellation policy.
- See individual shelter details for pricing.
- Prior to reserving, be sure to visit Parks Projects. We are continually improving our park system and some of these improvements may impact a nearby shelter.
- The Shelter Reservations Guide provides details on seating capacities, and amenities such as outlets, fireplaces, and picnic tables.
Shelter 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)
Note:
- Picnic shelters may now be reserved online or by calling or are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- 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. There are a handful of parks that are alcohol-free. In order to have alcohol in these parks, you must have a reservation and an alcohol permit, which can be obtained when placing your reservation.
- 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 continues 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.
- 2022 reservations begin at 8:00am on Tuesday, November 9, 2021
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Warner Park
Address: 2930 N. Sherman Ave
Capacity: Seats 50 people inside, 140 people outside
Restrooms: In shelter
Water: Available in shelter
Parking: Parking lot
Shelter Details
- Most shelters are open mid-April through mid-October (see exceptions below). You may check availability and reserve a shelter for 2021 ONLINE or by calling (608) 266-4711.
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Slacklining and Hammocking
Slacklining is a balance sport that uses nylon webbing, typically 1"-2" wide, suspended horizontally between two anchor points. Slacklining and hammocking, under policy, are allowed at specific times and on specific park trees. In December 2017, the Board of Park Commissioners approved a policy and guidelines for slacklining and hammocking on park trees. The policy provides information on when, where, and how. Please review the following documents before tethering on any park trees. View all Slacklining and Hammocking
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Sledding
Madison Parks offers many hills perfect for winter sledding. The locations listed below are few suggestions for ideal sledding with a good snow base. With the exception of Elver Park, sledding hills are not maintained by park staff.
The Elver Park sledding hill is one of the most popular and is lit for nighttime sledding during the open season.
Hiestand Park -
Warner Park - Sledding
Warming House: No
Concessions: No
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Snowshoeing
Experience winter in Madison Parks like never before with snowshoeing! This silent sport is a fantastic way to explore many of our parks during the winter months and is easy to learn.
NEW - Snowshoe Rentals at Vilas Park
When the ice rinks are open and we are staffed at Vilas Park, stop over for a pair of snowshoes to rent. Be sure to check the ice skating page for the status, select the Vilas frozen lagoon or rink for hours - Wednesday - Sunday.
RATESSnowshoe Rentals Adult (16 & older) Youth (15 & under) Hourly $5 $2 Additional Hour $2 $2 Daily (24 hours) $25 $10 Additional day $15 $5
TIPS - Where is snowshoeing allowed?- DO snowshoe anywhere in a general park with good snow-cover, except on a cross-country ski groomed trail (Door Creek, Elver, Odana Hills, and Yahara Hills).
- DO snowshoe on a trail in any conservation park, except those groomed for cross-country skiing (Cherokee Marsh South, Owen, and Turville Point)
- DO snowshoe with sufficient snow (typically 4" or more).
- DON'T snowshoe off-trail in a conservation park.
- Snowshoeing, hiking, and skiing off-trail can destroy snow tunnels used by native small rodents (deer mice, shrews) by the trampling effect. These small mammals are an important part of the wetland and grassland ecology in our conservation parks. Destruction of these tunnel networks makes the small mammals more vulnerable to predation.
- When in doubt, it's always best to stay on a trail.
- Our trail systems are designed to facilitate controlled public access while protecting environmentally sensitive areas and providing quiet refuges for wildlife away from people. Disruption of wildlife by human activity during the winter puts additional stress on them during a challenging time for their survival.
- Learn more:
- Read Your Guide to Snowshoeing in Madison Parks
- Subscribe to Winter Recreation News
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Soccer Field
Many of the soccer fields are programmed with youth and adult league play. If you would like to reserve a field or facility, please call the Athletic Scheduler at 266-4711. Find out more about Athletic Field Reservations.
FIELDS, OPEN OR CLOSED?
The best and ONLY way to know if your field is open for play is to call the Rainout Line (608)267-8787. Weekdays the line will be updated by 2:00pm, weekends and holidays the line will be updated by 9:00am. The line will be updated if fields are questionable, if no update by times listed, fields are open for play.
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Warner Park - Soccer #1
Bleachers: Yes
Lighted: Yes
Setup: Adult
Type: Game
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Warner Park - Soccer #3
Bleachers: No
Lighted: No
Setup: Adult
Type: Game
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Warner Park - Soccer #4
Bleachers: No
Lighted: No
Setup: Adult
Type: Game
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Warner Park - Soccer #5
Bleachers: No
Lighted: No
Setup: Adult
Type: Game
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Softball Field
Many of the softball diamonds are programmed with youth and adult league play. If you are looking to join a league contact Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR). If you would like to reserve a field or facility, please call the Athletic Scheduler at 266-4711. Find out more about Athletic Field Reservations.
FIELDS, OPEN OR CLOSED?
The best and ONLY way to know if your field is open for play is to call the Rainout Line (608)267-8787. Weekdays the line will be updated by 2:00pm, weekends and holidays the line will be updated by 9:00am. The line will be updated if fields are questionable, if no update by times listed, fields are open for play.
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Warner Park Softball #1
Bleachers: Yes
Lighted: Yes
Setup: Adult
Type: Game
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Warner Park Softball #2
Bleachers: Yes
Lighted: Yes
Setup: Adult
Type: Game
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Warner Park Softball #3
Bleachers: Yes
Lighted: Yes
Setup: Adult
Type: Game
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Warner Park Softball #5
Bleachers: Yes
Lighted: Yes
Setup: Adult
Type: Game
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Tennis Court
Madison Parks has nearly 100 tennis courts. Most of the tennis courts are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. When courts are reserved, at least one must be left available for pick-up play. Please note that all tennis leagues and all tennis instructors must pay for a reservation, no matter the location. Go to: Athletic Field Reservations
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Practice Wall Locations
Bordner, Brittingham, Elver, Olbrich, Tenney, Waunona and Westmorland
Shared Pickleball Courts
Elvehjem, Heritage Heights, Norman Clayton, Northland Manor, Tenney, and Walnut Grove
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Warner Park - Tennis Court
Location: West of softball fields
Surface: Asphalt
Lighted: No
Number of Courts: 3
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Ultimate Frisbee Field
Ultimate Frisbee fields are typically large open spaces. Organized groups may reserve these fields for their league play using our online reservation system Athletic Field Reservations
FIELDS, OPEN OR CLOSED?
The best and ONLY way to know if your field is open for play is to call the Rainout Line (608)267-8787. Weekdays the line will be updated by 2:00pm, weekends and holidays the line will be updated by 9:00am. The line will be updated if fields are questionable, if no update by times listed, fields are open for play. A notification will be sent to the email address used to reserve an athletic space when a space is closed due to weather.
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Warner 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 - Volleyball
Location: By park shelter
Surface: Sand
Lighted: No
Number of Courts: 2
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