Sycamore Park
Capitol-view off-leash acres with a reliable breeze
About this park
A sprawling off-leash area on Madison's east side with a distant view of the capitol dome and a separate small-dog section. Built on a reclaimed landfill, the rolling layout catches a breeze most days and lights up with wildflowers in summer.
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What visitors say
Synthesized from 345 Google reviewsReviewers highlight the rare-for-Madison combination of open acreage, a separate small/senior dog section, and a genuine skyline view of the state capitol. The dedicated toy-play area at the top and the well-behaved regular crowd earn repeat five-star marks.
A friendly east-side regulars scene where the same faces turn up most evenings. Reviews describe the crowd as easygoing and the dogs as well-behaved across visits.
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Before you go
The park turns muddy fast in spring and after heavy rain, so wear boots you don't mind hosing off. There's full sun and no swimming, so bring your own water on hot days.
