Capital Springs Dog Park
About the Park
Capital Springs is a large dog park with separate areas for small and large dogs, set in a restored prairie landscape with walking trails covering nearly a mile. The park features well-maintained mowed paths and gravel surfaces throughout. Most visitors appreciate the spacious grounds and friendly dog owners, though shade is limited and there's no drinking water available—bring your own. Entry requires a permit.
Visitors Like
- Spacious grounds ideal for long walks
- Beautiful restored prairie with wildflowers
- Separate small dog area
- Well-maintained mowed paths and trails
Worth Noting
- Limited shade on hot days
- No water fountains—bring your own
- Watch for holes dug by other dogs
- Permit required to enter
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Google Reviews
419 reviews
Absolute Zero
65 reviewsGreat place, beautiful scenery and lots of friendly people and dogs 👍
georgine hinz
171 reviewsGreat place...long circular path just under a mile; smaller adjacent area for smaller dogs. Only negative is lack of adequate shelter on hot days...
Scott L
7 reviewsGreat safe, fenced park. Friendly dog owners, too.
Carol Zach
15 reviewsGreat dog park with friendly people and dogs.
Mark True
194 reviewsOne of Dane county is worst Parks very small and no one cleans up their poop
A. J.
156 reviewsWorth a stop! Expansive.
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