We love Quann Park!!…read more It definitely helps that it's minutes from our house and very centrally located in Madison. With 11 acres of fenced in space to rub and enjoy, Quann parks is one of the biggest and best dog parks I've ever been to. There's plenty of space for all the dogs to spread out and enjoy or to play together based on their activity level! I've been here at least a dozen times, with my dog and dogs we've dog sat! I'm excited for spring and the weather to warm up! It's important to note, it's best to access the park near E Olin Ave or John Nolen Dr. And to turn onto Expo way. If you don't, there's very poor parking or you'll walk at least a quarter mile before you get to the fenced in area

This park is pretty nice. The main entrances are double gated and have poop bags. And the field is…read morehuge! You can spend a decent amount of time going around the walking paths. In the summer, we don't usually go to the fields, though. My dog gets allergies pretty badly, and the grasses here really seem to irritate her especially badly. But she will swim and play fetch in the river for as long as we will let her. The opposite side of the river is not fenced, so if your dog is prone to escaping or getting distracted by things on the other side, this may not work for you, but our pup loves it and always comes back. The other dogs here have all been really friendly. We also almost always find a ball to play with if we forget our own. There are a couple of benches and picnic tables, although they're often covered in muddy dog footprints. My only real complaint is that this place requires a daily or annual fee. I think all city dogs should be able to run around (and pet owners already have to pay to register their pets), so it would be nice if they dropped the fee or made it sliding scale.

The pups are big fans of the spacious sunny expanse that includes some hilly bits, some high…read moregrasses to wander through, plus a picnic table to leap on. Plenty of space to race around and meet/chase their many dog pals. No trees or bodies of water to play around here, but a nice hearty outdoor space that's clean. Visitors do a good job tidying up after their dogs.

This is one of my favorite parks in Madison. It's a LARGE circular park with three walking paths,…read moreand an open area in the middle that has benches and shade. There are usually lots of dogs here so your dog will definitely have a buddy. Sunset from the top of the hill (middle of the park) is also an amazing view!

Is this heaven? Rolled into town after a four hour drive with the dogs and found this oasis If we…read morelived near by I would be a regular. If you've never been, here's what you need to know. 1. You need to fill out a waiver for each dog. 2. Day pass is $10 for two dogs as of this review 3. Full bar! Not included in the price of admission 4. Food truck. The night we were there was Paddies Patties. Top notch smash burgers and wings! 5. Your dogs will be totally exhausted by the end of your stay. It would be awesome if....they had a coffee bar. That would be prima!

I adore this business. I've only visited in the winter but i imagine it is idealistic in the…read moresummer. The drinks are quick and staff is attentive. The outdoor yard is perfect for dogs to roam and owners to relax with a cold beverage. $10 dog day pass or 10 visits for $80

For a dog park that's right downtown, this is a pretty decent park. I really don't think it's fair…read moreto compare it to other parks because this is, by definition, a city park. There is ample space in this park. My dogs and I typically come here right after work on the weekdays. It's not terribly busy and we see a good mix of dogs come and go. Generally, I've found the dog owners to be pretty nice and considerate. I feel like my dog is always a troublemaker because she is just a very loud dog. She has good intentions, but poor execution. Anyway, people have been super understanding of her craziness. I like the location. Sometimes, I'll walk them along the lake first, then go to the park. Other times, I'll stay on the streets and walk here. Overall, it's convenient if you live around the square.

This is a pretty unique park as it is turf with pea gravel. Parking is a little hard to find but I…read moremean this park is right in the heart of Madison so what do you expect. It has a very nice view of the lake as well. I usually resort to this park after a hard rain as it doesn't get your dog all muddy and gross. The people here are pretty friendly as well.

The park is medium sized (size of a football field), rectangular, and has one gravel walking path…read more There's one shady spot with trees (mini forest), and another small gated park area for small dogs and training. My biggest complaint was that there was a water drainage spout near the middle of the park which resulted in a lot of runoff and muddy areas.

As long as everyone follows the rules this park is great. Unfortunately I have had dogs not being…read morewatched by their owners, or owners intentionally bring semi aggressive dogs to the park and lunge and attempt to or actually bite my dog. Which is not the parks fault.

I found this business on a Facebook ad. I have a very active dog and cold/wet days can be a…read morechallenge. I'm typically weary of indoor facilities, but I was very impressed. First, it smells clean. They keep the schedule moving. The pool is clean, there are human and dog bathroom amenities. Need a towel? A toy? A dryer for the dog? Maybe a bench to sit down? They have it all. It really is a one stop shop.

From the owner: Madison's only indoor dog pool!! we offer: hydrotherapy, open private swimming for your dog,…read moreswimming lessons, private dock diving session, dock diving lessons.

Great place to hike, nice combination of prairie grasses, woods, water and wildlife…read more Very scenic and inter weaves with other local trails. Nice place to hike and not difficult!

The Lakeshore Path and Preserve- how could one give it fewer than five stars! Lakeshore Path is a…read moreMadison and UW-Madison treasure, as it serves as an exercise and walking oasis between the Memorial Union, Lakeshore Dorms, Athletic Practice Fields, Graduate School Housing and Picnic Point. Walk, run, bike, the oaks and pines on one side, Lake Mendota on the other? Lakeshore Path is five stars all the way, U Rah Rah, Wisconsin!

This used to be an oasis for us when we first got our puppy. It is a small, comparably plainer dog…read morepark than others in the city. But for a nervous dog, it was often unoccupied when we went or one or two dogs and friendly, attentive owners were there. As the summer wore on, more and more people were showing up at this park. You got to know the regulars and their dogs, which was nice and had a community feel, even though we lived in different areas. August was when I first started thinking this may not be the place for us. A kind regular mentioned how she had been attacked by another dog owner and had to press charges against her! The same attacker threatened to sic their dogs on another friendly regular who was questioning the odd individual's behavior! A week later, I was here with my dog when a new family showed up. My dog was playing with another that was already there. Here is the scary thing about dog parks- although we should all be able to read our pet's behavior, NOT EVERYONE IS ABLE TO DO SO! Immediately, new dog went IN on my dog! Pulling her down by her ears, slamming her to the ground so hard that dust was flying! My dog was having to bare her teeth and growl! The other owner was staring at this interaction, absentmindedly saying "see, idk if this is him playing, or if I should stop him." Uhummmm...b*tch, that is aggression! As I went to leash my dog and get the hell out of there, she took off at a dead run from this other dog who was STILL coming for her. *SLAM!* My dog and her pursuer knocked me down. Annnnd my ankle was broken. Almost three months in a boot and an ankle surgery later, I still was willing to give this place a second (and third) chance. I saw a friendly regular in the store after I got hurt. She warned me that she was there in the evening and once the sun set, she and another dog parker saw a flashlight come on in the middle of the field next to the park. Like someone was watching them. Second chance: The SAME DOG was there when my mom took my dog in! The owner had him on a leash this time, clearly aware that she was trying to socialize him at a dog park. NO! He went in for my dog AGAIN!! The owner had the nerve to say "well, it looked like she (my dog) liked it." Are you INSANE?? Additionally, there was a huge string of "smash and grab" robberies going on at dog parks last summer. The broken glass in the parking lot made me think twice. Third chance: Another dog was biting my dog so hard she was yelping! Not once, but three or four times. Owner was busy texting and standing against a fence. We are beyond done here. It is only a matter of time before someone ELSE or their dog get seriously injured. It was nice and convenient for us at first, but it's like the Wild West there now.

I enjoy going to this dog park as it really isn't too big which allows for people to stand in the…read moremiddle and watch what the dogs are doing. It's a great park if your dog doesn't like to listen and run away from you. It's big enough to walk laps around while still watching your dog. The one main problem with this park is the drainage. Once a good hard rain comes or the snow melts then this park floods pretty bad. You have to make sure you go when it has been nice out for a few days otherwise your dog will be a muddy mess. There is also a smaller fenced in portion for shy/smaller dogs.

Nice place to hike! Trails traverse over multiple sites…read morealong the lakeshore and other intersecting trails. Seen some turkeys along the way. Nice prairie grasses in abundance.

Beautiful place to hike, especially in the fall. Magnificent views of Lake Mendota and even the…read moreCapital Building. I stumbled across it my first week living on campus as a hapless freshman and it immediately became one of my favorite spots. I always make sure to stop by whenever I'm back in Madison.