Parks
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Fishing
The park’s two man-made lakes offer excellent fishing. Species include bass, walleye, muskie and panfish. Fishing licenses are required and may be purchased at local bait shops. Consult the current fishing regulations for special size and bag…
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Water Recreation
Swimming Swimming beaches are located on both lakes. Bathhouses are found near both beaches. The beaches are open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. No lifeguards are on duty. Boating, canoeing and kayaking There are launching ramps on both Cox Hollow and…
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Winter Recreation
Ice fishing Two lakes in the park offer ice fishing opportunities throughout the winter. A bait shop is conveniently located nearby. The park does not monitor ice conditions or make recommendations as to the safety of the ice. Sledding Sledding…
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Concessions and Rentals
The Dodgeville Kiwanis Club operates a concession stand at the Cox Hollow beach area. The stand offers boat and canoe rentals, soda, coffee, ice cream, pizza, ice, charcoal, T-shirts and miscellaneous snack items. The concession is open daily…
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Picnic Areas and Shelters
There are eight designated picnic areas. Picnic shelters are available at Enee Point, the amphitheater, Twin Valley picnic area and Cox Hollow and Twin Valley beaches. Contact the park office for shelter reservation information. There are…
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Horseback Riding
The park has 22 miles of bridle trails providing riders an unequaled view of Governor Dodge's rich and varied landscape. Bring your own horse, as the park does not provide rentals. Day-use parking is available, as well as an equestrian campground…
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Camping
Seasonal Water Systems: At Governor Dodge State Park, showers and drinking water are available from Memorial Day weekend to Oct. 1 depending on the weather. Potable water can be obtained from the park office to fill jugs between Oct. 1, 2023 and…
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Biking
The park has 8 miles of challenging off-road bicycle trails. State Trail Passes are required to use the bike trails. Trails are open May 1 to Nov. 15 unless posted otherwise. Meadow Valley and Mill Creek trails are designated off-road biking…
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Hiking
Governor Dodge maintains nearly 40 miles of trails. All are open to hiking, except on ski trails when they are snow-covered. Access to Military Ridge State Trail The park provides a connector trail to the 40-mile Military Ridge State Trail,…
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Water Recreation
Boating, canoeing and kayaking Public access is provided on lakes within the state forest by either a developed boat landing or walk-in access. Lake Seven, Mauthe, Forest, and Butler Lakes prohibit using gas-powered motors. Other boating…