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Dane County Parks Accepting 2024 Camping and Shelter Reservations and Park Activity Permit Preorders starting November 1st

October 31, 2023
Land & Water Resources

Dane County Parks Accepting 2024 Camping and Shelter Reservations and Park Activity Permit Preorders starting November 1st

MADISON, WI - October 31, 2023 - Beginning Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. residents and visitors can make their 2024 reservations at campgrounds and shelters located within the Dane County Park System or purchase their 2024 park activity permits.

Camping:
Dane County Parks offers electric and non-electric campsites for tent or RV camping at five different campgrounds. The campgrounds provide many opportunities for outdoor fun and recreation. Four campgrounds (W.G. Lunney Lake Farm, Babcock, Mendota, Token Creek) are conveniently located within 10 miles of downtown Madison. Accessible campsites are available at all campgrounds. Dane County Parks also has six group camping sites for groups to enjoy the camping experience together. These can be reserved by youth groups, organizations, clubs, or for gatherings with family and friends.

Shelters:
Dane County Parks offers 26 shelters that may be reserved for family get-togethers, company picnics, receptions and other events. Shelter facilities range from modern sites that accommodate large groups to small, rustic shelters perfect for family picnics. Many shelters include restroom facilities, electricity and have playground equipment nearby.

Activity Permits:
While visiting and hiking in Dane County Parks is free, some activities require a permit. Dane County offers premier facilities for boating, dog parks, disc golf, ski trails, bike trails, off-road mountain biking and equestrian trails, aeromodelling, stargazing and metal detecting. Activity permits and passes make a great gift for the active outdoor enthusiast.

Reservations and permits purchase can be made online at: www.reservedane.com

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For questions or additional information, please visit our website at www.danecountyparks.com or call the Parks office at 608-224-3730. 

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