Horicon, Wisconsin
Looking for the best photography in Horicon? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Horicon. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
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Belgium, Wisconsin
Hike the North and South Beach Trail at Harrington Beach State Park
2 mi / 10 ft gainThis state park is about a 30 minute drive north from Milwaukee on I-43. It has beach access along it's entire length, multiple hiking trails, and a great quarry lake that can be used for fishing, hiking, or general exploring. From the parking lot, you can go and hike one two areas (of course the...Read more -
Fox Point, Wisconsin
Hike the shore of Lake Michigan at Doctor's Park
2 mi / 100 ft gainThis park has it all. There is ample parking, full bathrooms, and picnic areas. The trail starts right at the parking lot and there are two different paths you can take: 1.) Follow the paved path down toward the lake on the north side of the parking lot 2.) Walk straight from the parking lot acro...Read more -
Madison, Wisconsin
Visit the Olbrich Botanical Gardens
4.0Olbrich Gardens has 16 acres of gardens including a rose garden, sunken garden, Thai pavilion, rock garden, herb garden, and more. Each one is unique with its own pathways and plant life as well as man made structures which include bridges, pools, the Thai pavilion, and more. Adjoining the Bot...Read more -
McFarland, Wisconsin
Bike the Lower Yahara River Trail at McDaniel Park
2.5 miThis lakeside park has a newer bike/walking path. The park itself is an excellent spot for a picnic or catching a sunset! There is a nice play area and a rocky beach. The path is known as the Lower Yahara River Trail and opened in 2017. It provides a non-road connection between Madison and McFa...Read more -
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Explore the Milwaukee Domes
Officially called the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, this is a great stop to learn about some plants and take some photographs. You can even catch live music or a light show! Location: Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory - 524 S. Layton Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI 53215 Admission...Read more -
Shorewood, Wisconsin
Explore Atwater Park
0.5 mi / 200 ft gainOne of Milwaukee's truly hidden gems, this beach is right off of Capitol Drive and approximately 50 stairs down from the bluffs to the shoreline! You can park anywhere on the road (Lake Drive) and be a short walk to the main overlook. This beach has many jetties that go out into the water which ...Read more -
Madison, Wisconsin
Catch a Sunset at the Memorial Union
5.0Being a native Wisconsinite, I think the most quintessential thing to do in Madison is beers and a sunset at Memorial Union Terrace on Lake Mendota. There’s plenty more to do right at the Union too, including world famous ice cream, kayaking and other water sport rentals at Hoofer’s, live music,...Read more -
Madison, Wisconsin
Kayak Lake Monona
I like to put in at the Camp Randall Rowing Club Brittingham Boat House located at 617 N Shore Dr, Madison, WI 53703. There’s a dock and free 3 hour parking. Once in the water just paddle straight towards John Nolen Drive and go under the bridge and you’ll be in Lake Monona. Keep going and soak...Read more -
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Explore Lake Park
4.01 mi / 100 ft gainThis park has it all! Lake Park Bistro, golfing, hiking, a lighthouse, hiking trails, biking trails, and picnic spots galore! Take the Oak Leaf Trail throughout the park to make a loop around all of the main landmarks in this historic park! There are many things to see in this park! Multiple ra...Read more -
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Beach day at Bradford Beach
There are not many sandy beaches in the lovely state of Wisconsin. This might be the best one. If you are from Wisconsin, you also might consider Lake Michigan an ocean when you are craving a real ocean. And it comes close! Even though it’s not on a real ocean, this beach has it all. There’s ...Read more -
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Hike the Hank Aaron and Oak Leaf Trails in Lakeshore SP
4.31.7 mi / 0 ft gainLakeshore State Park is kind of considered a hidden gem. While yes, it's right along the Milwaukee lakefront, people don't realize just how nice and beautiful it is! This urban state park features two loops (the Hank Aaron and Oak Leaf) that total 1.7 miles. To access the park, you can either par...Read more -
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Explore the Abandoned Solvay Coke & Gas Complex
2.01 miTo access the complex, head south from downtown Milwaukee along 1st St. Once you reach Greenfield Ave., turn left heading East. You'll pass under a concrete train bridge before seeing an open field on your right. Park your car along the street and head south past the crumbled brick of another for...Read more -
Madison, Wisconsin
Explore the University of Wisconsin Arboretum
It is filled with effigy mounds, thousands of plant and animal species, and unlimited places to explore. You can run, hike, bike, and even drive through the Arboretum. There is a visitor center and you can host an event here. Trail info One of my favorite trails is in the Grady Tract area nea...Read more -
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Photograph Jones' Island
Urban explorers, meet your new favorite spot. Located right outside of downtown Milwaukee, Jones' Island is home to a water reclamation facility, road salt storage, milorganite, the Port of Milwaukee and more. But us explorers view it as a desolate haven ready to become our canvas. Train tracks a...Read more -
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Hike through the Dunes at Kohler-Andrae SP
4.54 miThis park is known for its sand dunes, which rise above the blue waters of Lake Michigan. In addition to the well-known dunes, the park features many forested areas with towering pines that makes for absolutely beautiful and fantastical scenery. There are 7 trails ranging from 0.25 miles up to 2....Read more -
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Take a Stroll around the Lagoon at Wilson Park
2.2 miWhether your looking to relax or are going for a run, Wilson Park is a perfect place for whatever recreation you desire. The lagoon is one of the best in the city and offers some beautiful scenery during the evening hours. After taking in the lagoon, head through the trails around the park to exp...Read more