Hudson Park
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On Water
Hudson Park
2919 Lakeland Avenue - Madison, WI 53705
Information:
608-266-4711
Overlooking Lake Monona is a long tailed effigy mound that has been referred to as a turtle, lizard, panther and water spirit. Part of the tail was cut off when Lakeland Avenue was constructed. This mound was originally part of a dense and extensive cluster of mounds that extended from the Yahara River to what is now Olbrich Park. The site was still a favored Ho-Chunk campground as late as the late 19th century. The mounds are considered sacred by modern Native Americans and should be treated with respect. The Hudson Park Mound was designated a City of Madison landmark on May 7, 1990 and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
This small 4.75 acre park offers a canoe and kayak access ramp. No restrooms or drinking water available.
What's Nearby
Events
Places To Stay
Dining
1
Frank Lloyd Wright Trail Welcome Weekend
8/02/2024 - 8/04/2024
Madison - 2.29 miles away
2
Sugar Maple Music Festival
8/02/2024 - 8/03/2024
Madison - 4.47 miles away
3
Frank Lloyd Wright Trail Welcome Weekend
8/02/2024 - 8/04/2024
Madison - 4.77 miles away
4
National Mustard Day
8/03/2024 - 8/04/2024
Middleton - 8.59 miles away
5
Cambridge Ribfest
8/04/2024
Cambridge - 17.38 miles away
6
Art on Main
8/02/2024 - 8/04/2024
Cambridge - 17.45 miles away
7
Blacklight Tour at Cave of the Mounds
6/14/2024
Blue Mounds - 24.42 miles away
8
Cave Lantern Tours
6/07/2024
Blue Mounds - 24.42 miles away