Hiking Trails & Parks in Madison, Wisconsin
222 trails & 0 parks in Madison, located in Dane County, Wisconsin.
About Outdoor Recreation in Madison, Wisconsin
Madison offers 222 mapped hiking trails and 0 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Dane County, Wisconsin, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
Explore more nearby: Dane County overview, all Dane County trails, or statewide Wisconsin list.
Hiking Trails in Madison
From the OutsideAtlas Blog
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Wisconsin, Ranked
Wisconsin's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichWisconsin's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Wisconsin trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Wisconsin
Ten gentle, well-marked Wisconsin trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Wisconsin
Federal parks and recreation areas in Wisconsin ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Wisconsin: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Wisconsin's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.