Governor Dodge State Park is a 5270acre Wisconsin state park outside Dodgeville in Iowa County, Wisconsin. Named after Henry Dodge, the first governor of the Wisconsin Territory, the park contains geologic features indicative of the Driftless Area. It is located 4.1 miles north of the Central business district of the City of Dodgeville.A visit to Governor Dodge State Park represents just the start of the adventure when you use our Dodgeville online driving holiday planner to plot your vacation.
The land is mostly oak and hickory forest with some sandstone bluff outcroppings and one named waterfall, Stephen's Falls. Common activities include boating (electric motors only), fishing, picnicking and swimming on the park's two lakes, Cox Hollow Lake and Twin Valley Lake. There is a boat launch, dam and a swimming area at each of the lakes. Away from the lakes one can find hiking trails, cross-country ski trails, mountain bike trails and horse trails. Seasonal activities include hunting in the fall and snowmobiling in the winter.
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There is excitement and adventure around every corner and space, the scenery is hi definition at least. The nonstop action never ends you will be entertained forever and forever lool.. . Great great.... more »
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I absolutely love this park for . There’s a very pretty waterfall ,a beautiful field of flowers ,nice places to relax and barbecue with the family . And they have a beach for people and a beach just..... more »
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Oh Man where do I start? This Park is beyond AWESOME! First of all there are two nice lakes, Cox Hollow Lake and Twin Valley Lake! They are Beautiful Lakes pretty clear! They are man made and also they are No Wake! That means that boats can not go fast so as a swimmer I love that!! The beaches are gorgeous and super soft sand! Second The campsites are awesome and huge! They feel very homey except if you sleep in a tent the Gravel is not really that comfortable. But other than that Nice huge fire pits! Finally This park also has really awesome concessions stands at Cox Hollow Lake! The food is Awesome yummy!! ~ Lakegirl Crystal
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Its amazing here! I have been here years after years, and never been disappointed. What makes this place great is the amount of beautiful hiking trails. The beach is also nice, however there are not many things to do while in the water. Every year it rains for us, but thats just the normal when ever you visit. If camping, this place is much easier to take kids (though still a challenge) the campsites are not near any busy roads. I had a great experience.
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