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Scheidegger Forest (Dane County Parks)
Scheidegger Forest in Dane County Parks offers a camping experience surrounded by forested terrain. Temperatures in this area range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the University of Wisconsin Arboretum and the Henry Vilas Zoo, providing opportunities for exploration and learning.
Description
Scheidegger Forest is nearly 80 acres and offers a mile of loop of hiking trails, a reservable shelter, and restroom. The area has been restored from a former Dane County Sheriff shooting range to a managed forest of primarily oak and hickory. The shelter, kiosk, and bathroom were all built from wood harvested on-site. Water is not available at this site
When this Group Camp is reserved, the Shelter is not available to be reserved by another party(and vice versa). Located~ 100 feet east of loop parking lot, just beyond the restroom No potable water at this time. Vault(pit) toilet. Campfire ring. No electricity. 20’ x 30’ shelter– picnic tables. Vehicle parking in parking lot
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Reserve a campsite online here: https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/widanectywt.wsc/splash.html
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Check opening and closing dates here: https://www.danecountyparks.com/about/Parks-Opening-Closing-Schedule
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See campground rules here: https://www.danecountyparks.com/about/rules
Location
Scheidegger Forest (Dane County Parks) is located in Wisconsin
Coordinates
42.95398132 N
89.52240867 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Detours Nearby
Cedar Hills Campground - Clothing Optional
31 min away
Lower Wisconsin Riverway
35 min away
Drive Time
- 14 min from Madison
- 41 min from Janesville
- 1 hr 12 min from Rockford
- 1 hr 15 min from Dubuque
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
